Rising champions of the tech-house underground, The Reactivitz and Luke Andy combine their respective talents on their 2-track EP Todo En La Vida. Dedicated to crafting inspired techno music for driving dance floors, The Reactivitz is a fast-rising producer celebrated for blending old-school beats with the limitless sounds of the future. His signature style is marked by a penchant for dark synths, wavy grooves, unrelenting beats, and nightlife-inspired percussions designed to make stillness move. Luke Andy is well on his way to becoming one of the freshest faces in contemporary dance music. Drawing inspiration from his Nigerian and Korean heritage, Luke’s catalog is steeped in worldly aromas infused equally with the sounds of underground hip-hop, jazz, funk, house, and even indie music. Together, The Reactivitz and Luke Andy come together to create an unforgettable disco-house sound on Todo En La Vida. The original cut beams with The Reactivitz’s industrial tech flow while Luke Andy gives the track room to breathe with a more spacious yet equally-infectious sound design. The 13th official release on The Archer’s recently-founded Hollywood label There Is A Light Records, Todo En La Vida is an instant classic in the label’s fast-rising repertoire.
THE FUNK HUNTERS x KILLWILL - ELEANOR RIGBY
CommentTheir first major announcement of 2022, The Funk Hunters enlist KillWill for a future-forward cover of The Beatles’ “Eleanor Rigby” released in conjunction with their collaborative album Music w/ Friends. The album itself boasts features from dance music heavyweights like Big Gigantic, Dr. Fresch, Opiuo, Haywyre, and Champagne Drip and “Eleanor Rigby” kicks off the project as track number one. A brooding, dance-powered production of the timeless original, The Funk Hunters and KillWill’s take on “Eleanor Rigby” is armed with curious sound design and narcotic melodies. A testament to their collaborative prowess, both “Eleanor Rigby” and Music W/ Friends see The Funk Hunters at their best.
MULAY - SEE ME
Music, Original MixCommentBerlin singer, songwriter, and artist Mulay just released her striking new track “See Me” – the lead single from her forthcoming Ivory EP. Known to survey themes of heartache, guilt, and the darkness of the human experience, Mulay’s catalog is made up of musical motifs inspired by life itself. “See Me” is a barebones production powered by her carefully delivered, narcotic R&B vocals. Released in conjunction with a haunting, avant-garde performance music video directed by Felix Aaron, “See Me” is categorically unforgettable.
PYN - DESIRE
Music, Original MixCommentAt the intersection of dance-pop and disco, Dutch songstress PYN delivers her new single “Desire.” The track is a mere fraction of her ongoing Beat Drama release series set to include singles, remixes, and EP packages to boot. “Desire” is a colorful lounge-house cut with a quick-witted spirit thanks to her refreshing, intricate, and accessible sound design. Her vocal prowess pulses through veins made up of retro synths, sharp percussive elements, and hypnotic rolling beats. A girl-powered electro-pop triumph, “Desire” is designed to wear out the replay button.
WIZG - DANGEROUS
Music, Original MixCommentBack with a delightful house-pop anthem, LA-based producer WizG brings his stylish sound to his new single “Dangerous.” A summertime romp with cinematic synths, bustling house grooves, and chromatic pop vocals WizG’s “Dangerous” is a vibrant addition to his quickly growing repertoire. If you’re looking for an upbeat kick to launch your weekend, look no further than “Dangerous.”
THE HORN - PASSION
Music, Original MixCommentA resurrection of a song written in the 80s, UK band The Horn just unveilded their catchy new single “Passion” thanks to the band’s frontman Nick True who toured as direct support for REM during one of rock music’s most memorable heydays. “Passion” is a punchy indie-rock delight drenched in staggered melodies designed to complement its buttery smooth vocal delivery. Despite its accessible nature, “Passion” is armed with an explorative sound design unique to its own bravado. A memorable offering from The Horn, “Passion” arrives at the intersection of old-school rock and contemporary indie.
GLADKILL - COLD COMFORT
Music, Original MixCommentDarkwave producer Gladkill just released his 5-track EP Cold Comfort. A dynamic fusion of rolling hip-hop cadences, trap punches, pensive synth play, and nuanced vocal samples to match, Cold Comfort is a palatable yet experimental effort that arrives in style. A largely instrumental effort, Gladkill excels at bringing feelings to life through the layering of divergent yet surprisingly interconnecting genres.
NORA VAN ELKEN - CELEBRATION
Music, RemixCommentA fresh face in the global dance music scene, Nora Van Elken is known for curating an inspiring, balanced blend of pop hits and nostalgic progressive house. Each track is a vibrant whirlwind of uptempo beats and cascading synths that shine with flickers of femininity and her new single “Celebrate” follows suit. A cover of Kool & The Gang’s 1980 “Celebration,” Nora’s rendition thrills old-school music heads and future-forward dancefloor mavens to boot. Injected with her signature sound, “Celebration” is an instant Nora Van Elken classic.
GUNFIGHT - ROUGH HOUSE IN THE RAVE
Music, Original MixCommentWith an impressive track record thus far, which includes hundreds of thousands of streams on digital platforms, support from some of the industry’s greatest and a lengthy catalog, GunFight is unstoppable this year. Having recently made the move to Los Angeles from his hometown of Austin, Texas, the talented bass music producer is continuing to change the game, and his brand new single “Rough House in the Rave” marks yet another gem within his discography. GunFight is notorious for taking on virtually every genre within the dance and bass music spectrum, and his latest single “Rough House in the Rave” sees him masterfully showcase his heavy style in a house context. While the verses are driven by immersive atmospheres and rap vocals, GunFight infuses the drops with hard-hitting snares, thumping kicks and mind-bending sound design, making up for a tune that shouldn't be missed.
