A prolific drum & bass artist with a project dating back to the early 2000s, Spor is known for his cutting-edge approach to sound design. The multi-hyphenate cut his teeth on early production software as a teenager in his family home, learning the ins-and-outs of organic and synthetic sound. Inspired by the sounds of Pink Floyd, Yes, Radiohead, and Squarepusher, his fascination with electronic instrumentation grew from a young age, and at 18-years-old, Spor was born. Having stepped away from his drum & bass alias for two years to focus on Feed Me, Spor’s ultimate return to the spotlight came earlier in April with “Let Me Be,” a cerebral work of high-octane sound design. “Let Me Be” garnered high praise from tastemakers including UKF, Your EDM, DJ LIFE, and countless others. Now, the creative continues to journey through his forthcoming Cave EP, delivering his sweltering, vocal-driven “Throw Down Let Go.”
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BENSLEY - LEAVING/DEBONAIR
Music, Original MixCommentDJ, producer, and Toronto native Bensley is quickly becoming an exciting artist to watch as his signature style is imbued with sounds inspired by the full spectrum of modern dance music. Weaving a slew of electronic subgenres with bass-heavy undertones, Bensley adds to his growing repertoire with his double-sided single “Leaving/Debonair” out now via mau5trap. This cosmic, two-part release is a textured delight infused with melodic DnB, glitchy techno, and futuristic footwork. Designed with geometric, shifting soundscapes and chromatic rhythms in its peripheral, “Leaving/Debonair” is yet another Bensley gem carefully embedded into his already-impressive musical catalog.
LUPA - INSATIABLE
Music, Original MixCommentAfter debuting lead singles "For The Ride" and "Darkness," techno virtuoso Lupa unveils her long-awaited debut EP, Insatiable. A sonic 5-track work of brooding soundscapes and supreme production, Insatiable was released via none other than mau5trap. A wolf in women's clothing, Lupa dares to be different. Brandishing a unique style of new wave techno, the creative reinvents the wheel of traditional club sound. Inspired by the likes of Depeche Mode and the Talking Heads, Lupa's sound is all-encompassing gritty darkness. Inviting listeners on a journey into the darkest corners of the mind, Lupa's Insatiable sits at the helm of eerie and emotive. Lead singles "For The Ride" and "Darkness" led the charge with their masterful fusions of old-school trance and innovative techno embellishments. Insatiable's newest additions include "The Night" and "Icarus," two contrasting yet complementary feats. "Icarus" is staggering industrial techno laced with a typical larger-than-life kick. "The name comes from one of my favorite stories in Ovid’s 'Metamorphoses,'" explains Lupa, "the story itself is about a man who goes against the way of nature and the Gods and in return is punished." Still incorporating industrial elements, "The Night" delivers additional robust, melodic vocal flair. The nostalgia-yearning single juxtaposes airy vocal performances against its veracious synth work.
NOTAKER - SMYL
Music, Original MixCommentSt. Louis-based sound bender Notaker returns to mau5trap with his dreamy new cut “SMYL.” Both ethereal and club-ready, this delectable romp comes equipped with glistening melodies, heavy snares, and experimental soundscapes. The rising producer’s latest gem glides with a deceptively simple ebb and flow, building up to explosive crescendos that float down to an ethereal center. Speaking on the track Notaker says “Glad to be back once again with the mau5trap fam. I knew ‘SMYL’ was a perfect vibe for the label. Happy to make SMYL’s home with mau5trap." Listen to “SMYL” today.
HYPER - IMPACT WEAPON
Music, Original MixCommentA dance music visionary with a worldwide scope, London-born creative Hyper scores some of the most defining moments in sound. Lending his unique musicianship to the likes of film including Blade Runner 2049, and to viral video game moments such as the Official 2018 E3 Trailer for Cyberpunk 2077, Hyper's compositions chronicle some of the media's most impactful moments. Finding his rightful home at deadmau5's highly technical mau5trap label, Hyper makes his long-awaited debut with "Impact Weapon," the first single from his forthcoming Control EP. Inspired by social justice movements in his current home of Seattle, Washington, Hyper details a time of political and racial unrest in "Impact Weapon." Sourcing actual audio from one of the Black Lives Matter protests in his town, Hyper's mau5trap debut builds impactful tension, unfurling into a cacophony of industrial synth work. Utilizing foreboding instrumentation to masterfully convey feelings of both unrest and empowerment, Hyper’s “Impact Weapon” is both reflective and introspective, all the while coated in unique industrial dance flair. A sonic fusion of dramatic composition and impactful words for the now, Hyper’s mau5trap debut is an enthralling journey from its first note to its last, and comes at a pivotal moment in time.
ATTLAS - LAVENDER GOD
Music, Original MixCommentAt the heels of two impressive singles "Sinner Complicated" and "Hotel," ATTLAS finally unveils his debut album, Lavender God. An intuitive and emotionally charged LP, Lavender God is ATTLAS's intoxicating narrative. The 10-track progressive journey is a glance into a world of twinkling synths and stirring riffs as the mau5trap signee coaxes listeners into his serenity. “Lavender God” serves as the intersection of the producer’s various life experiences and musical endeavors. After a slew of impressive releases including a hit remix of deadmau5's "Aural Synapse," ATTLAS’s long-awaited debut is a euphonious blend of each imposing facet of the producer’s impressive playbook, showcasing his meticulous production style and technical upbringing. Listen to the LP’s namesake cut and the full project today.
MIDOCA - DRY THE ROSE
Music, Original MixCommentA visceral journey through complex sound, Midoca’s Dry The Rose EP is deeply personal. His mau5trap debut weaves tales of growth, vulnerability, and understanding. His lead single “Dry The Rose,” is out now. Transcending the boundaries of genre, Midoca combines sonic electronic elements with avant-garde production techniques to create a style that is uniquely his own. The EP’s namesake track comes as part one to Midoca’s story, chronicling the means of a powerful journey ending in acceptance and new, hopeful beginnings. Thoughtful and poignant, Midoca’s entrancing vocals craft soul-stirring melodies atop stunning synths. Melancholic to its core, the LA-based producer creates a mellifluous testament to shedding stale skin. “Dry The Rose” is an urgent plea for important change, and an everlasting reminder that even in moments of pain, we can emerge stronger and more in-tune than before.
