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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: 44 Ardent Releases Mesmerizing Single “bones (sinking like stones)”
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The vocals has a tranquil, nearly blissful quality that soothes your body instantaneously while swaying percussion and soft synth melodies envelop your in a warm embrace.
“This song was written in early 2022 when Meanjin (Brisbane) was flooding. Floods are heartbreaking times and can be life-changing experiences for those involved. The flood was devastating, but it also highlighted the strength and resilience of our community. It’s quite easy to lose faith in humanity sometimes, but during the floods, everyone rallied together and there were countless people helping total strangers to clean up and move belongings. So, to me, I found that there was some beauty in amongst all the destruction – a silver lining, I suppose.
This song is a bit of a reflection on the emotions I was feeling at the time. It was initially a much slower, sadder song, but over time during the writing process, I ended up speeding it up a fair bit and changing the style. I suppose at its core, it’s a song about people coming together in difficult times. I like to think that most people are inherently good and trying their best, and times like these do help to reinforce that belief.” ~ 44 Ardent
Listen below!
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: 44 Ardent Releases Mesmerizing Single “bones (sinking like stones)”
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Tribone Unleashes Booming EP Via Gravitas Recordings – ‘PRML’
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Now, he’s unleashed his highly anticipated ‘PRML’ EP via Gravitas Recordings that is a thriling ride from start to finish. It showcases a unique blend of dark psychedelic bass music, combining tribal elements with gritty bass grooves, organic percussions, and driven synthy melodies. The four-track EP features immersive soundscapes and an innovative approach to bass music that is sure to leave you a bit in awe.
Check it out for yourself below!
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Tribone Unleashes Booming EP Via Gravitas Recordings – ‘PRML’
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Experience the first electronic-music focused, direct-to-fan live music streaming platform – River Beats TV
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River Beats TV provides electronic music fans with virtual access to concerts from anywhere in the world, offering a combination of livestreams and on-demand archival content. The platform offers subscriptions for $9.99 per month or $99 annually, as well as pay-per-view starting at $12.99, and rental and purchase options ranging from $5.99 to $9.99. River Beats TV transports viewers from their living rooms to the dance floor by using high-fidelity audio and video gear (including 4k & 6k cameras) to produce broadcast-level content.
River Beats TV boasts an extensive streaming schedule, kicking off with Colorado’s celebrated Sonic Bloom Festival, as well as their own rooftop pool party event series THE DEEP, welcoming headliners including Ardalan, Goldfish, Chet Porter, Marvel Years, Max Styler, VCTRE, and il:lo. In addition to THE DEEP events, fans will also be able to watch archival sets from acts like Late Night Radio, Wreckno, Jantsen, Ravenscoon, Artifakts, Adam Deitch, Michal Menert, Motifv, DRRTYWULVZ, THE WIDDLER, BUKU, Freddy Todd, and more.
This is an exciting moment for artists and fans alike. Learn more about the subscription options and upcoming calendar of events via https://www.riverbeatstv.com/
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Experience the first electronic-music focused, direct-to-fan live music streaming platform – River Beats TV
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Engage-to-Earn Social Media Platform Unitea Reveals Artist-Centric Reward Experiences With Claude VonStroke, The Brooklyn Mirage + more
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Unitea is the first engage-to-earn social media platform encouraging authentic connections between musical artists and their fans by inviting users to “Create, Connect, Collect.” Unitea encourages users to showcase their fandom by creating short-form videos soundtracked by their favorite songs, as well as streaming and sharing music. By engaging in the Unitea platform, fans earn digital tokens that are exchanged for blockchain-authenticated, artist-focused rewards and experiences.
In the last three years, Unitea has accomplished more than 2,000 reward activations, including saxophone lessons with Big Gigantic, signed merchandise from The Chainsmokers, a tequila tasting with John Summit aboard Groove Cruise, a private meetup at Mersiv’s studio, and a bundle of ILLENIUM’s signature jerseys, to name a few.
Fresh off securing an initial seed round of $7 million in funding, Unitea has now unveiled an array of enticing rewards. At the Dirtybird CampINN, Unitea’s esteemed board member Barclay Crenshaw (Claude VonStroke), will host an exclusive listening party. Limited to just 50 attendees, this intimate gathering will provide an extraordinary opportunity to get a sneak peek at VonStroke’s unreleased music.
For ardent followers of house music, Unitea presents a chance to trade in their digital tokens for coveted tickets to upcoming shows at The Brooklyn Mirage. Mark your calendars for two remarkable performances: the first featuring the talented UK house duo Gorgon City on Friday, June 23, and the second showcasing the sensational Australian house legend Sonny Fodera on Friday, July 14, 2023.
“We believe in a world where raw passion for music is invaluable, and strive to reward fans for continually expressing their love of their favorite artist’s community.” – Ketan Rahangdale, Unitea co-founder
Learn more about Unitea below!
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Engage-to-Earn Social Media Platform Unitea Reveals Artist-Centric Reward Experiences With Claude VonStroke, The Brooklyn Mirage + more
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Dirty Audio & Bobby Blakdout Team Up With Gucci Mane for Hard-Hitting Trap Single, “Bands”
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He recently unveiled his lates single “Bands”, a collaborations with Bobby Blakdout who together, enlisted none other than Gucci Mane for this trap-infused track. As the distinctive vocals of Gucci Mane unexpectedly enter the scene, the anticipation mounts, accentuated by the thunderous claps of drums and electrifying drop.
Check it out for yourself below!
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Dirty Audio & Bobby Blakdout Team Up With Gucci Mane for Hard-Hitting Trap Single, “Bands”
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: MK Drops One of the Hottest Remixes of the Summer on Riotron’s “Feel”
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Notably, Detroit’s renowned DJ and producer MK is still riding high from the success of his recent single “Better” with BURNS ft Teddy Swims, which was released through Ultra Records.
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: MK Drops One of the Hottest Remixes of the Summer on Riotron’s “Feel”
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Kill The Noise, Feed Me & Tasha Baxter reunite for new collab, “Mirage”
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“Mirage” also shows a second glimpse into the major themes of ‘HOLLOW WORLD’ through Tasha Baxter’s lyrics of anguish, emptiness and desperation in the age of digital consumption. The collab is the fourth between Kill The Noise and Feed Me who famously paired up to produce the now-legendary hit on Skrillex’s label OWSLA, “I Do Coke.” It’s also the second between Tasha Baxter and Kill The Noise who worked with Bro Safari on “As Above So Below” and the fourth between her and Feed Me.
Listen below.
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Kill The Noise, Feed Me & Tasha Baxter reunite for new collab, “Mirage”
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Tiësto delivers the first-ever remix of AQUA’s iconic hit song, “Barbie Girl”
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Unfortunately, the remix is nothing especially creative to write home about. It’s a dance remix of a europop song from nearly three decades ago — we’re not exactly reinventing the wheel here. Tiësto does his job admirably adding some modern synths and a different rhythm and drum pattern, but you’ll probably still end up playing the original far more.
Listen below.
Photo via Rukes.com
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Tiësto delivers the first-ever remix of AQUA’s iconic hit song, “Barbie Girl”
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: RL Grime releases new song “Pour Your Heart Out” w/ 070 Shake after wiping his Instagram
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RL Grime has released two albums previously, 2014’s debut VOID featuring hits like “Core” and “Scylla” and 2018’s NOVA that took his trap sound and expanded it with a more melodic twist, featuring artists like Miguel, Jeremih & Tory Lanez, Chief Keef, Ty Dolla $ign, and more.
Since 2018’s NOVA, RL has only released a handful of singles, including “Fallaway” with Baauer and “Stinger” with ISOxo. It’s safe to say that we’re going to be hearing a lot more before the year is out with a full album release likely ahead of 2024.
Check out “Pour Your Heart Out” below.
Photo via Rukes.com
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: RL Grime releases new song “Pour Your Heart Out” w/ 070 Shake after wiping his Instagram
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Artist Collective Ex Medias Unveils Third Installment Of Their Genre Bending Compilation Series
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What began as a local initiative in Chicago to highlight underexposed artists and genres has now blossomed into a nationwide movement. Ex Medias‘ mission revolves around nurturing artists, fostering their growth, and building a supportive community. By providing tools, opportunities, and resources to budding creatives, Ex Medias is not only a collective but a driven community poised for success.
Ex Medias recently released their highly anticipated 3rd Installment of the Ex Medias compilation series that yet again showcases just how exciting this collective is. Consisting of diligent individuals committed to their own individual projects, this compilation series provides an enticing preview of their ongoing creative pursuits. A few standouts include JWILLI’s emotive future bass anthem “In Your Wake” along with RAFAEL & Dory Loup’s beautifully orchestrated rocktronic masterpiece, “How Dare You.”
There’s plenty more to enjoy as you listen through, check it out below!
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Artist Collective Ex Medias Unveils Third Installment Of Their Genre Bending Compilation Series
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: KC Lights & Lapsley Team Up For Glimmering Summer Anthem, “Better Times” [TOOLROOM]
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Featuring the dazzling vocals of indie sensation Lapsley, the two make a dynamic team, whipping together a true summer anthem with sun kissed melodies and glimmering vibes all the way through. “Better Times” emanates with vibes of happy days, roller skating and dancing with a nimble touch of 70s/80’s disco, funk, and soul but with enough of an edge that you still know its 2023. KC Lights is masterful with his ability to blend these feelings with his recognizable signature sound. While the song acknowledges the essence of the past, it is also crafted to fit the present by becoming a modern, irresistible uplifting tune.
Even better, industry heavyweights such as BBC Radio One’s Danny Howard, KISS, Capital Dance, and Apple’s DanceXL have all given “Better Times” their stamp of approval.
“The idea for ‘Better Times’ manifested while I was on the train to London to meet Lapsley for a writing session. I wanted a sound that felt warm and familiar but also new and exciting. Almost immediately, Lapsley & I knew that we had a creative connection. A few hours later, we had written the track. We just knew the nostalgic vibe and sound felt so right. For me, ‘Better Times’ is about letting go of anything weighing you down in life and looking ahead optimistically. Looking ahead into summer, I think this song will be a big moment in my sets.” – KC Lights
Listen below!
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: KC Lights & Lapsley Team Up For Glimmering Summer Anthem, “Better Times” [TOOLROOM]
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: St. Mary & GRAIL Join Forces For Enchanting New Song “RELIGION”
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LA-based producer St. Mary hails from the small island country of Cyprus. She has quickly become one electronic music’s most innovative new producers. Her new release “RELIGION” with GRAIL uses soft piano keys to paint a serene soundscape as the record commences. Beautifully distorted vocal synth work acts as a call to action as RELIGION progresses. The buildup is filled with euphoric and anthemic elements as the record plays on. The global sound and exquisite production in “RELIGION” surely defines St. Mary and GRAIL’s place within electronic music.
Read more about what ST. MARY had to say about creating “RELIGION”:
“Our aim with the record’ was to implement a euphoric element to the high-energy festival music that we both love playing live. We wanted to bring a harder edge to it by introducing a hardwave twist to the overall sonic palette of this track. The more it progresses, the more melodically-driven it becomes. Leading up to the final drop, all the tension gets released into a fully evolved hardwave section, making it my favorite part of the song.”
Listen to “RELIGION” by St. Mary and GRAIL below.
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: St. Mary & GRAIL Join Forces For Enchanting New Song “RELIGION”
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Detroit Techno Maestro Henry Brooks: Staying True to the Underground [INTERVIEW]
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Hot off two emotive sets over Movement weekend in Detroit, Brooks is practicing endurance, staying focused and grounded while traveling internationally and pursuing his passions. It’s a balancing act, “penning a new blueprint for dark dancefloors everywhere,” while playing shows, making original music, and managing his own event series, Anatomy.
As for his distinct sound, Brooks “draws inspirational firepower from the classic, dizzying elixirs of techno elite like Jeff Mills, as well as many modern techno artists — all the while staying true to his own unique authentic expression as an artist, which translates to each original release and club set.”
Every time we experience a set from Henry Brooks, his sound evolves and shapeshifts, leaving us breathless and inspired. His Movement 2023 set at the Underground Stage was no exception, as he busted out two hours of brutal rhythms with dark undertones contrasted by his playful demeanor behind the decks. The hypnotic and sophisticated side of Brooks we heard after hours earlier in the weekend shifted into his signature; driving, high-intensity techno to open the final day of the festival properly.
We were grateful to catch up with Henry Brooks on this very special occasion and hope you enjoy hearing what’s going on in his world.
After playing in so many new places around the world, how does it feel to be back in Detroit this weekend?
It feels great to be back in Detroit for Movement!
Coming back from Europe, I definitely feel more accomplished as an artist. I’ve reached a goal of mine that I’ve had for years, to travel overseas and play over there – and I’ve done that. I feel inspired after being exposed to different scenes and then coming back to America and wanting to build things in certain ways or different ways in Detroit.
It definitely changed me as a person and as an artist. I’m feeling very inspired, also musically. Watching other DJs play in Berlin got me to reflect more on how I can evolve myself as a DJ and producer. I’m able to understand different crowds better and have learned how to navigate different styles; matching what the crowd is resonating with, but while also staying true to what I want to play myself.
Last year you played Movement’s Detroit Stage and now you’re back at the Underground Stage, full force! What are some shining moments from the past year?
This past year has been about elevating my career and being able to do this almost full time now. What has changed the most since I played Movement last year is being able to travel more and getting more and more gigs. I signed to an agency after Movement, released two other tracks, worked a lot on production and have some more tracks coming out soon as well.
How did your Movement 2023 sets go — the testpilot afterparty and your proper set in the Underground?
Both of my sets during Movement weekend were amazing! They were both quite different from each other as I had to cater to each event I was playing. Saturday I opened for testpilot, so I dialed things back a little and played more hypnotic and groovy. Monday at the festival I put the pedal to the metal and was able to go all out, setting the pace for the rest of the day at the Underground Stage. It was an amazing weekend overall.
Do you remember what your first Movement was like?
Yeah, my first Movement was in 2016 and it was a life-changing experience for me. I was still fairly new to the scene and I was able to absorb the different sounds and styles that were present at the festival back then – and overall broaden my horizons with various styles of house and techno.
When did you first fall in love with techno — was it at Movement?
Yeah, I officially began to fall in love with techno itself at Movement. Before then I was definitely more of a house head, but once I went to Movement and was exposed to more techno the genre started to grow on me. When I started out DJing, which was only just a couple of months after my first Movement, I was mainly playing house & tech house. However over the years, I started playing more and more techno, until I reached the point where I decided I only wanted to play techno. It was a natural progression.
You’re a natural, so passionate and dedicated to your craft. What keeps you laser-focused like that?
What keeps me focused is simply holding on to how much I love this music and love expressing through the tracks that I like to play, striving to tell a story in every set. It’s just a great form of expression for me.
What inspires you to create your best work?
What inspires me to create my best work is that I am somewhat of a perfectionist, so I’m always trying to better myself and do better than the last thing I did. I’m also trying to add my own stamp on techno and my own style and taste as a producer into the genre so I can build a collection of music that is uniquely me.
What are some of the challenges you face as a DJ/producer?
I think one of the hardest challenges is trying to find the balance of being both a DJ and producer. Being able to make enough tracks while still staying on top of my DJ career and traveling, because it definitely takes a lot of energy out of you. On the DJing side of things, it’s about staying on top of current music. I never try to play the same set twice, ever – so I’m always constantly finding new music. Managing all of that while still trying to manage my personal life as well and find the right balance.
How much unreleased music do you have right now and can you describe it?
Right now I have about three tracks fully finished that are unreleased. Most of the tracks I’m making currently are more on the textural, percussive, and hard tool side of techno. I’m trying to broaden my horizons instead of just making the harder techno that’s more based around heavy melodies. I’m finding new ways to push my sound design. Finding a balance between hypnotic elements while still keeping things hard and industrial.
What’s the current state of your Anatomy series and the future of it?
Anatomy is doing well. It’s been a bit of a challenge at times managing my DJ and producer career and on top of that booking artists and throwing events. But yeah, I’m definitely going to keep that going. I want to build the scene in Detroit and bring artists who haven’t ever been here or haven’t played here much. I’d like to bring through different styles of techno that are not played in Detroit as much year-round. So, yeah, definitely more events coming – I have a very exciting one coming up in July!
Do you plan on taking Anatomy to other cities?
Yes! I plan on taking Anatomy to other cities and building my brand in other places for sure. That’s definitely a goal of mine. Right now, I want to keep it mainly based in Detroit, but do have some ideas outside of the city as well, which will be coming soon.
What was your experience like playing overseas, including the legendary techno nightclub Tresor Berlin?
Playing overseas was incredible. It was great to see what the scene was like over in Europe and how events happen over there, the different crowds and being able to be a part of those parties. Playing at Tresor Berlin was insane as well. It’s like a very dark, grungy basement with just a few strobes and some fog. The current venue has been around since 2007 and before then, the original location started in the early ’90s. So in total, it’s the longest-running techno club in the world and it was an honor to play there.
You’re checking off so many accomplishments that DJs aspire to do – like your HÖR set, which was brutal by the way! What was it like prepping for that set, knowing it would be seen and heard live around the world?
Prepping for that set was a bit stressful, but I also didn’t want to overthink it. I grabbed some of my best tracks and some new tracks that I really liked, and put together a playlist of different energy levels and vibes as I always do. I picked the first two tracks I was going to play ahead of time – and other than that, the rest was all impromptu and on the fly.
That’s very interesting when you have no crowd to read — and it’s not just a mix, it’s a performance!
Yeah, you’re completely on your own. It was a small room with just a mixer, some CDJs and two small speakers. It was a little nerve-wracking at first, however I’ve done similar live streams before and after the first three or four tracks, I got fully locked into my groove and was just able to mix.
Flash-forward a few weeks later to Charlotte De Witte KNTXT’s takeover in New York City. What was it like playing that show?
Playing opening sets for bigger events can sometimes be hit or miss in terms of if people come early or not, however this one was amazing. It was a great crowd early on and within the first 30 minutes it was already starting to fill up really quick. Also, playing b2b with Hiroko Yamamura was a great experience. We meshed very well with our different sounds and styles. We ended up getting an extra 30 minutes to play as well.
Do you have any dreams or aspirations you’d like to speak into existence?
Some dreams and aspirations I have now are simply to play more across Europe until I’m at the point where I can go back and forth overseas on a regular basis. Also to play more around the world, Asia and Australia would be fun places to visit. Overall to keep broadening my scope of where I’m playing while coming back to North and South America to continue growing my fan base here.
I’d also love play some major festivals like Awakenings, but continue to stay true to more intimate style underground clubs and still play a bunch of those. I don’t want to get to the point where I’m so big I’m only playing massive festivals, because I don’t want to lose the intimacy of smaller events.
What does it mean to you to be representing Detroit techno right now?
It feels great to represent Detroit techno and be a part of the next generation that’s pushing this genre and style. I want to keep pushing my sound and the style to new areas and always innovate – always adding more to the genre.
Connect with Henry Brooks
SoundCloud | Spotify | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Detroit Techno Maestro Henry Brooks: Staying True to the Underground [INTERVIEW]
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Heatwave Music Festival Announces Art Installations for 2023
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Alec Monopoly, Bird Milk, Don Mega, JC Rivera, Jeff Pak, KillaBunz, Kozmo, MATR, & Penny Pinch will be live painting at the festival. As well as featured painting on installations by Wolfdog and a mural installation by Elloo Elloo.
Seeing these incredible artists create in real time won’t be the only visual treat your eyes will enjoy. Fantastical installations will cover the grounds of the festival.
Tickets for Heatwave are still on sale here.
The World’s Largest Rubber Duck
61ft, The world is her bathtub. An inspiration to enjoy the world’s waterfronts and conserve our natural resources. “Momma Duck” is a six-story inflatable duck with her baby duckling in tow, named “Timmy.” Craig Samborski, the creator of the World’s Largest Rubber Duck – “It brings joy to people when you look at something so whimsical and exaggerated with its size,” said Samborski. “A rubber duck is one of the few global icons everybody can identify.”
Evanescent by Atelier Sisu
Walking through these spectacular bubbles takes you back to childhood memories of watching bubbles fly through the Chicago sky.
Phoenicopterus Rex by Looking Up Art
This dinosaur-sized flamingo will bring smiles and wonder as you see it. Surrounded by local aerosol artists and also painted by Atlanta-based artist Wolfdog.
PDA Woodwork’s Interactive Kinetic Wheel Sculptures
Meditative Art…Simple, yet Complex No Motors, No Gears, No Pulleys or Strings. These sculptures are designed to engage the viewer/user. PATIENCE IS A VIRTUE. Spin slowly from the center. The wheels are unpredictable, and will turn back and forth. Creating an array of magical shapes, patterns, and illusions..Simple, yet complex, this sculpture is meditative in nature, designed to captivate and mesmerize the viewer. Our goal is to provide an interactive artistic experience. We strive to create something unique, engaging, and inspiring. In a world where there is so much art to “look at,” We want to create something you can touch and interact with, art that you can be a part of. These installations are hands on for all ages to touch and spin at their leisure. Art doesn’t always need some “deep meaning.” We are here to make fun, beautiful art.
Liquid PXL’s Electric Dandelions
The Electric Dandelions are giant steel and acrylic sculptures that represent a dandelion flower during the day and come to life at night as an endless firework display. The 28 ft tall dandelion sculptures have a beautiful and elegant design to them. Their spherical shape is attributed to the geodesic sphere that lies at the heart of the Dandelion. Forty one light tubes crop out from the vertices. At Night, the geometric dandelion sculptures come to life at night as the LED animations take hold and mesmerize you with their bright and intense endless firework display.
Alec Monopoly x Sofi Tukker’s Body
A bright & impactful art collaboration from Alec Monopoly & Sofi Tukker in celebration of their upcoming single, “Body”.
All images credited to Heatwave Music Festival.
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Heatwave Music Festival Announces Art Installations for 2023
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Pendulum talk past, present, and future in new documentary, “The New Era”
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The group was a starting point and a pillar of my electronic upbringing and I was even fortunate enough to have drummer KJ Sawka as a roommate for a few years and get a firsthand look at the studio set up and learn more about the history of the group. All this to say that Pendulum is in my blood and I, and hundreds of thousands of others, have been waiting patiently for their official return.
They came back tentatively at Ultra Music Festival in 2017 as they headlined the festival with guest appearances from deadmau5 and Tom Morello, but you could say they didn’t truly return until their Elemental EP in 2021. By all metrics, they are officially back.
Following the release of their newest single “Halo,” with Bullet For My Valentine, last Friday, the group has released an official documentary chronicling the end of the first era of Pendulum, the rise of Knife Party, the return of Pendulum at Ultra, and what the future holds.
“Halo” could be the first sign of a new album from the group, or another EP. We don’t really know; famously the group, and frontman Rob Swire, are pretty tight-lipped about their future plans. But from the footage, it looks like the group, under new management and with renewed vigor, the group is in it for the long haul once again.
Photo via Rukes.com
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Pendulum talk past, present, and future in new documentary, “The New Era”
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