Manic Focus Talks Finding Magic in Music
From an early age, John “Jmac” McCarten, better known as Manic Focus, has had a love for music. As a child, he learned how to play the piano, which grew to be an extremely important part of his life. The knowledge of music theory that the instrument taught him, helped shape the funky and eclectic […]
EAZYBAKED: How Childhood Friends Are Taking Their Chemistry, Careers to the Next Level
While most people can only dream of going to work every day with their best friend, Eric Ray and Andrew Principe of EAZYBAKED have made it a reality. Known for their intricate sound design and explosive beats, the Orlando-based duo have cemented themselves as essential players in the world of experimental bass music. Now on […]
Black Carl!: Reminiscing on Biggest Inspirations, Overcoming Adversity as a DJ From The South
Carl Bell is a metalhead at heart, frequently reminiscing on days of skateboarding and listening to A Day to Remember. The Birmingham, Alabama native found his introduction to live music with seeing bands like Disturbed and The Devil Wears Prada. Bell, better known as Black Carl!, draws inspiration from across the music genre map and […]
VNSSA: Tech House Sensation Opens Up About Time Off, New Music for Festival Season
The future of tech house is bright, partially thanks to the efforts of Vanessa Barnes, otherwise known as VNSSA. An artist who excels at meshing elements of synth-pop and disco wave, VNSSA used the first two months of 2022 in the studio working on new music. She spoke with MP3 MAG about upcoming tour stops, […]
Okeechobee Music Festival Announces PoWoW! Lineup Headlined by George Clinton & P-Funk
Florida’s pride and joy, Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival, announced the details today for its 5th ever PoWoW! all-star jam session. Previous years have included the likes of legends such as Snoop Dogg, Skrillex, and Miguel. 2022 will be no different in delivering one of the more epic moments at this year’s return to South […]
Allen Stone’s Gratitude Graces Tampa Theatre
As soon as the house music paused, R&B and soul singer Allen Stone slickly hopped on stage in a red beanie hosting his shoulder length curls, a maroon sweater and gray slacks. He folded his hands together and bowed toward the cheering audience before he slung an acoustic guitar over his shoulder and launched into […]
Serbian Selector Mass Digital Reunites with All Day I Dream on Viaje De La Vida EP
Esteemed Serbian DJ/Producer Mass Digital is delivering the latest in his acclaimed, melancholy catalogue – dropping the Viaje De La Vida EP via All Day I Dream. Boris Mijolic—better known by his artist name Mass Digital—is native to Novi Sad, Serbia. This Serbian music producer is making huge waves in the house/electronic genres, and his […]
EAZYBAKED Drop First Single of 2021, “Letting Go”
While EAZYBAKED have remained relatively quiet in 2021, the Orlando bass duo is ready to come through the New Year swinging. Yesterday, the grassroots bass fan fav’s dropped their first single of 2021, “Letting Go,” which is the first offering off of their upcoming, debut album. Eric Ray and Andrew Principe’s bond dates back to […]
NEZ: How the Producer Plans to Bring His Creative Edge from Hip-Hop to House Music
NEZ is no stranger to success, but how does one follow up a fruitful career in Hip-Hop and break into House? They make a splash. The multi-talented artist caught up with MP3 MAG to discuss his past work with A$AP Rocky and Schoolboy Q, his Chicago roots, and how he plans to take his House […]
How Vinyl, Wakeboarding & Electro Soul Yielded the Rise of Daily Bread
The origins of the Daily Bread project started back in 07-08, when Rhett Whatley began collecting vinyl records. At the time, his mother was moving and amidst packing up her belongings, came across the records that she collected growing up. The collection would be passed down to her young and continuously inspired son. Whatley recalls […]