West District - Sleepless

It's awesome when you can tell a track is going to be amazing within the first few seconds. Sleepless by West District is one of those songs. The arpeggiated chords at the beginning a la Moonlight Sonata and Operatic Vocal samples like something out of Lord of the Rings just instantly had me hooked. It goes on to build nicely into epic side chained synths and beautiful leads. It's really just a fantastic track all the way around! Please give it some love and grab the free download! It definitely deserves more plays and exposure!

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Wilsen - Magnolia (REVOKE Remix)

I have to admit that I used to absolutely hate remixes. That's only because whenever I would hear them on the radio, they were so generic that it just killed the original song. A lot of DJ's will just slap a kick drum on every beat and some synths and call it a day. That was really what irritated me. But in my travels I've grown to love remixes because I've found some really good ones. They must include a melodic sensibility that works well with the original song. If done well, remixes can bring many things while paying respects to the original artist. Today I'm proud to present one such remix. Revoke's remix of Magnolia by Wilsen takes a gorgeous melody and vocal from the original track and gives it a new feel that is rife with tension. It creates a mood that is strangely chilling, yet beautiful. It gives me the feeling of the calm before the storm. The soft spoken breathy vocals contrast the suspense that comes through the haunting cello and minor chord progression. It really is a perfectly executed vision and musical idea, absolutely a must listen. I came across this remix when Candyland shared it on their facebook page. I'm glad to see that it's starting to get some attention that it so richly deserves! Make sure to grab the free download!

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Bastille - Pompeii (Slander Heaven Trap Edit)

Not only did I find a great new track today, I found a new subgenre! The track is an edit of Pompeii by Bastille by Slander in a style they are calling "Heaven Trap". According to them, this subgenre of electronic music is categorized by its euphoric, flowing chords, 808 drums, and vocal chops. These elements create a new sound that is fresh and inspiring to me as a producer. They have 3 tracks on souncloud labeled as Heaven Trap including this one, and I would definitely recommend checking out the other two. I chose to feature this one as the introductory piece because, I have to admit, it gave me goosebumps. It is such a dynamic production with great drops, and a surprise at the beginning of the second drop that really got to me. I can't say enough about the track and what I hope will be one of the next big things in electronic music: Heaven Trap.

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ZHU - Faded (ODESZA remix)

Every once in a while I come across a song that hooks me within a few seconds. ODESZA's remix of Faded by ZHU had me after the first 2 bars. This remix is just dripping with style. Its fuzzy bassline combined with a meaty kick drum and spacious claps really provide a great atmosphere to this track. The production is really top notch. It is a completely cohesive sound. One that begs to be listened to over and over again. Check out ODESZA's other tracks as well. They are all very good. At 100k soundcloud followers and counting, I doubt it will be long before they are headlining festivals. The quality is there, even if their popularity isn't quite there...yet.

Buy ZHU - Faded (ODESZA remix) on iTunes

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Sander Van Doorn, Martin Garrix, DVBBS - Gold Skies (Elephante Remix)

Elephante has really done some amazing remixes and is getting better all the time. His remix of Gold Skies takes the original and turns it up to 11! The injection of punchier drums, chopped vocals, and huge synths in the drop really take the track to another level. It just makes me want to get up an dance! Make sure to grab the free download and follow Elephante!

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Rameses B - Transcend

Transcend is a perfect title by this new track by Rameses B because it that's exactly what it does. While it contains ethereal vocals, drum & bass rhythms, and synthesized arpeggios, the call signs of electronic music, it should be recognized by fans of all genres simply as a work of art. Everything about this track is beautifully written, performed, and mixed. It has such an uplifting and calming vibe, one can't help but enthralled by it. Rameses B is one of the most consistent producers out there at making pieces like this. Make sure to follow him for his latest releases.

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James Egbert - The Void

I can't remember the last time that I've listened to an entire 13 track album all the way through. It's probably been a year or two at least. That is, until today. I started listening to The Void by James Egbert and I just couldn't stop. Each track was compelling, interesting, unique, and left me wanting more. This album is a great example of creating spacious mixes that allow the listeners to transport themselves to a delicate yet powerful world of sound that James has created. This is one of the year's best in my opinion. The songwriting and arrangements are top notch. I really can't say enough about this album. Make sure you check it out and follow James for more great music!

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White Zoo - Planets

Got something hot for you today! This one has only been out for about 6 hours! The track is called Planets by an up-and-coming producer from Mannheim, Germany. His EP comes out today on Audiophile Records. What I love about Planets is that it sounds so fresh. Yes, there are many of the familiar EDM stylings, but White Zoo manages to use them in a way that seems new and unique. Every twist and turn led to something unexpected, and that left me with a big smile on my face. There are so many cookie cutter tracks out there it was truly refreshing to hear something like this. This is quite a debut from White Zoo and I hope to hear much more from him in the future!

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Viper - Outlaw

Our first submission from a reader and it's a good one! Outlaw from viper is solid throughout with minor arpeggios and a gritty bassline that give it a dark feel worthy of the title. A very well thought out and executed drop brings many elements together and importantly for me, keeps the chord progression moving throughout. This is a great track from one of the lesser known artist's in the EDM scene. It's a free download so make sure you add it to your collection, and follow Viper for more great music!

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Skrux - If You (Original Mix)

Electronic Music doesn't often get the credit it deserves for being a true art form. So often it's stereotyped as only being "rave music" or "computer music" or "techno". If You by Skrux is one of many examples of how electronic music can be so much more. Using just a few samples of chopped vocals, Skrux creates a dynamic and emotional piece that will hit you right in the feels. It is amazing how much the vocals communicate without ever really forming a full sentence. Perfectly mixed and produced, this is the latest in a long line of must have tracks from Skrux. Keep your eye out for more from this 19 year old producer. The sky is the limit for him.

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Paradise - Oceans (feat. Grace)

Doing a complete 180 from our last featured track, Oceans (feat. Grace) by Paradise is one of those tracks that just makes you feel good. This cover of the #1 hit by Hillsong seems to part the clouds with its uplifting chord progression and world-class vocals. It's always good to have a track like this in your collection to help get you out of a funk, or to keep you flying high when you're having a good day. Either way, this is one that you don't want to miss.

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Woolymammoth - Lord

I love artists who take risks. Woolymammoth has such a unique style and is a master of incorporating spoken word into his tracks, and he is definitely not afraid to take risks. Lord is a perfect example of this. He masterfully uses Samuel L. Jackson's recitation of Ezekiel 25:17 from pulp fiction to create a chilling and compelling effect. I just love how dark and grimey the bassline is. Amazing track. He's also graciously made it available for free download!

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20syl - Game, Set & Match

What I love about electronic music is that there is really no limit to what can be created. This is a perfect example of how the right blend of creativity and technical skills can create a unique and interesting piece of music. Using sound samples from a tennis match, 20syl creates an amazing piece of music that you just have to hear to believe. 

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