New Music, Classic Sounds: Kumarion Paves The Way for the Next Wave of Drum and Bass
The COVID-19 pandemic allowed artists to take a break from the norm and experiment with new sounds and ideas, and Seattle-born producer Omar Kadmiri, also known as Kumarion, was no different. His experiment, the bass-heavy, sultry single, “Want It” came out of left field in 2020 and the results blew the socks off of electronic […]
Disco Fan to Burning Man Sensation: Öona Dahl Chronicles Her Musical Evolution
Öona Dahl grew up enveloped in a cloud of disco. From attending shows in her youth to pleading with her mom to stay awake to listen to more music, the adoration for the art translated itself into a fruitful career. “There was always music being played in the house,” Dahl shared. “She wasn’t a musician […]
Little Dragon On Headlining All Day I Dream, Family Dynamics, and Their Latest Album
Known for their diverse, eclectic, and versatile musical prowess along with their chic style, the Swedish band Little Dragon consists of four members: Håkan Wirenstrand, Yukimi Nagano, Erik Bodin, and Frederik Wallin. Speaking about their evolution and musical growth, bassist and vocalist Frederik Wallin sat down with MP3 MAG to discuss Little Dragon’s growth, headlining […]
Satori Drops Emotional New Album Two Years in the Making
Known to his beloved fans as Satori, Djordje Petrovic is an artist who embodies finding perfection in the midst of imperfection. His latest album released today, Dreamin’ Colours, is an ode to finding beauty in chaos. Written during the tumultuous COVID-19 pandemic, Satori utilized the time of isolation as an opportunity to tell a story […]
Local Dialect Embodies Ancient Greek Mythology in Latest EP, Erebus
Former Princeton graduates Local Dialect have teamed up with the remarkable sublabel Desert Hearts Black with their 2-track EP, Erebus. As a melodic house and techno DJ duo from Brooklyn, Sam Perricone and Reed Tan began their musical adventure in 2017. Over the last six years, their devotion to producing experimental new sounds has been […]
Blunts & Blondes Gives Fans a Taste of Rap in First-Ever Album, Just in Time for 420
With the release of the title track “Story of a Stoner” back in March, Blunts & Blondes foreshadowed what his first-ever album would sound like. Now, the album is out in its entirety. Drawing on the hip-hop influence, Blunts & Blondes spreads it like jelly across the entirety of the album “Story of a Stoner.” […]
Esseks Conjures the Chaos With Latest Single, “Justice Served”
Visual artist and music producer Esseks is serving eerie, head-bopping, vibes in “Justice Served,” the second single off of his upcoming EP, The Uncertain Future. Capturing the looming essence of chaos and anxiety into rhythm and sound, “Justice Served” is a chilling 1:43-second track that was written during the COVID-19 pandemic, a dark time of […]
Night Tales Gets Soulful With New Single, “Thinking About You”
After solidifying their place in the electronica scene with multiple sensational viral singles, Night Tales is back with their latest single, “Thinking About You.” Comprising the artists Kamaliza Salamba and Aaron Bannie, the duo continues to showcase their signature sound with each release since their debut in 2018. Bringing together uplifting, soothing R&B vocals and […]
LA-Based HoneyLuv Takes House Music By Storm
It could take years, sometimes a lifetime, for a person to find their true calling. But then there are times where, for lack of better words, the stars align and destiny is revealed. And from the moment up-and-coming DJ named Taylor Character, also known as HoneyLuv, moved to LA before the pandemic, she knew her […]
How Ableton and Adventure Time Gave Rise to Esseks
What do cartoons, Japan, and a guitar have in common? Each of these elements has shaped the creative journey of producer and visual artist, Sam Eckstein, better known as Esseks. Eckstein has been making waves in the bass music scene for nearly a decade now. His dark, playful sounds and whimsical, cartoonish illustrations have captivated […]