WHITE LIGHTS - BODY TRAP

White Lights is the brainchild of Johnny Shankman, an NYC-dwelling creative with a penchant for paving his own lane. A testament to dream-chasing, the producer, singer, and digital creator is chasing the pursuit of happiness and truth. Inspired by the profound musings of Kid Cudi, White Lights returns with his first single off his forthcoming NUMBSKULL album. A mellow track with a minimalist electro-R&B body and melancholic vocal limbs, “Body Trap” is authentic and overwhelmingly genuine. A dive into the complexities of the human experience, “Body Trap” is a mirage of interconnecting sound. This righteous contrast of musical genres prompts a contemplative listening experience. His moody vocal instrument gracefully trails across the distinctly lo-fi production with ease. A deeply personal manifesto, “Body Trap” sets an impressive and emotional stage for the unveiling of NUMBSKULL.

ALEX LUSTIG - ENOUGH (FT. AKACIA)

Swathed in allure, Belgium-based producer Alex Lustig returns with “Enough,” boasting the esoteric vocals of Melbourne’s own Akacia. Having produced for hip-hop legends by the likes of Young Thug, MGK, and Freddie Gibbs, Alex Lustig is redirecting his resonance into something softer, a sound defined by mysticism. “Enough” is built on meditative pillars, strong enough to carry his signature sound, and gentle enough to feed the soul. A smoked out beat lays the foundation for Akacia’s seductive lyricism to glow with bliss. This organic framework of sonorous sounds is saturated with a whispering mantra, proving his enchantment is set to be long-lasting. Join us on this cloud, as we lose ourselves in the trance-like labyrinth that is the prodigal mind of Alex Lustig.

[PREMIERE] ABRAHAM TILBURY - OCEAN (FEAT. DIEMNE)

Australian label Mammal Sounds Records is on an upward trajectory of noteworthy success. Despite only having a few releases under their belt, each track is an epic unveiling of brilliant sounds and musical ideas. Their freshest release is a curtain call for the Australian jack of all trades, Abraham Tilbury. “Ocean” boasts a feature from Melbourne rapper Diemne- a fantastic collaboration that gives rise to a new age of hip-hop. While electronic music and hip-hop are often seen as polar genres, their diverging cadences are inherently dependent on each other. Like and yin and yang, Abraham Tilbury and Diemne combine Lo-Fi, electronic production with sultry verses and shadowy vocals. Smokey and riddled with an acute swagger, “Ocean” is a testament to the future of hip-hop. Slacken your senses and get deep with this easy joint- you’d be a lot cooler if you did. Listen on your favorite streaming platform here. 

“Diemne, Jacob & myself had written a few songs together in the past, and this session ended up being one of those moments where our different talents just seemed to work together perfectly well, in this kind of seamless integration.” -Abraham Tilbury

[PREMIERE] LUNA MAY - SILLY BOYS

July 6, 2018 marks the rise of a fresh new UK-based label, Absent Mind Records. The label’s debut release casts the Australian LUNA MAY, a striking flower child with a noticeably spooky aura. “Silly Boys” is a feminine anthem pollinated with strength and ease. LUNA’s female prowess dominates a smoked out beat that builds avenues of slackened sentiments and ancient philosophies. Confidently stitched together by the shaky hand of feminism, her temptation is palpable in “Silly Boys,” giving rise to a genderless sort of resilience. Lo-fi and bedroom ready, “Silly Boys” is succulent, drifting and lush, yet defined by moments of grit and backbone. A myriad of musical arsenals collide to create a sonic ebb and flow of emotions and allure. Righteously witchy, LUNA MAY is setting the standard for Absent Mind Records, watch this space for more from the UK label.

JVLY - BLUE PILL (FT. SARAI)

Minimal and innovative, Aussie’s own JVLY returns with “Blue Pill,” the debut release for Mammal Sounds Records. Featuring vocals from Sydney-based SARAI, “Blue Pill” is a Lo-Fi, bedroom R&B masterpiece. His unique take on production shines with this release- both warm and demanding. Creating a genre all his own, JVLY follows no particular algorithm to create such alluring bodies of art, allowing him to stand righteously outside the mainstream. As a wave continues to break in the music industry, JVLY is cruising waters miles ahead of the tipping point. Explore this labyrinth of mid-tempo feels and keep your eyes peeled from both JVLY and Mammal Sounds Records. This is just the beginning.