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Born in a small town in upstate NY, Ryan moved to New York City and followed his dreams pursuing DJing and becoming a music artist. From NYC to Vegas, Mexico to Iowa, Ryan’s talent has led to over 1,000+ performances at a wide range of events and venues: private, corporate and televised.

Now, he’s making his musical debut with a commercial friendly dance-pop single “Single For Now” that’s filled to the brim with summertime feels. “Single For Now” features the vocals of Law that rides forefront amidst Piano house rhythms that cement this track as something for the clubs and the airwaves, no doubt making a splash for his debut release.

Listen to “Single For Now” below! 

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Ryan Vandal Drops Bright, Uplifting Single, “Single For Now” ft. Law

R3HAB is back with another dance floor banger, this time he’s re-imagined Ginuwine’s 1996 debut classic “My Pony.” Built around the vocal hook of the original, R3HAB’s version of “My Pony” is a more brooding version of the boastful classic. Regardless of the more subdued lyrics, this song will have you dancing well into the night hours. And if you grew up with TRL like me, you’ve known these lyrics forever.

If you want it, let’s do it.
Ride it, my pony
My saddle’s waiting
Come on, jump on it

The track opens with some airy synths along with light pads. This version has lyrics that are way more palatable to a dance track. After the intro, the light pads give way to rumbling bass and more tempo. After that comes the familiar refrain as the bass and some synths build up in the background. The drop is groovy, but a little forlorn too, with a low droning horn synth. This all repeats for one more go-round. Here’s what R3HAB had to say about “My Pony.”

“I’m constantly experimenting with different styles and sounds. ‘My Pony’ is a bit more bass-driven and laid back than my catalog so far, and I’m excited for the variety it brings. This record has been a long time coming, and I’m glad to finally share it. I’m sure ‘My Pony’ will lift moods in the blink of an eye, and I can’t wait to play it live.”

Check out “My Pony” out now on CYB3RPVNK. Check out the recap of R3HAB’s performance at Saudi Arabia Formula 1 as well.

 

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: R3HAB Drops Incredible Rework of R&B Classic “My Pony”

It’s been a weird few years for all of us here on Planet Earth. However, things are finally starting to get back to normal as all of our favorite festivals are starting to crop back up after more than two years. As great as it is for fans to get back into action, the same goes even more so for the artists that we love to see perform live. As great as the thrill of being in the crowd is to all of us fans, I can’t even imagine the rush of performing on a massive stage in front of 50,000 fans.

After three years away, Ultra Music Festival returned to its rightful home in beautiful Bayside Park in Miami. Just as it was for the fans, it was a cathartic return to this iconic festival for all the artists involved after the long hiatus. One of those artists to return to Ultra a couple of weeks ago was legendary Dutch DJ/producer Nicky Romero.

To say that Nicky has been busy over the past couple of years would be an understatement. He’s put out a steady stream of releases showcasing his versatility as a producer including “Why Do I Call”, “Acid is My DNA” and “Okay.” He’s released collabs with Armin van Buuren and W&W, he’s remixed David Guetta & Afrojack’s Grammy-Nominated hit “Hero.” He’s unveiled his side project, Monocule and he’s also released a house EP, “See You on the Dancefloor.” We caught up with Nick after his highlight-filled Ultra set and talked about how it felt to be back, his new sounds, his new dog and much more.

Thanks for taking the time to talk to us, Nick, we appreciate it. The last time we talked was the end of 2019, the world’s a lot different place from what it was back then. Just tell us what you’ve been up to the last couple of years and how have you been redefining your sound?

“I know it’s been a really rough couple of years, but, at the same time I was pretty thankful. Because I had the time to reinvent myself, a lot of records that I really wanted to produce, but I never really had the time for. And, I tried to grow Monocule as a side project. So, it was a really, really tough time, but at the same time, I’m thankful that I was forced to take a step back.”

You’ve done a lot of stuff with Monocule, I really love that sound, and the last couple of tracks you’ve put out, they’ve been more like house vibes tracks. I remember in your Exchange LA set, you played a couple of house tunes, and I was like, oh, this is different. What inspired that, what made you want to do that type of sound?

“It’s the sound I used to do before progressive. So, when I was putting out records in 2010, it was like ‘Play ‘N Stop”, my track called ‘Camorra’, Green Velvet’s ‘Flash’ remix. Back in the day I made much more like tech-ier, groovy records, and people will be like ‘oh that’s a new sound,’ and it’s really not. It’s an old sound, but re-invented.”

You’re back at Ultra for the first time in two years, and it’s going to be the tenth anniversary of Protocol. Can you reflect on that and tell us what it means to be back here in Miami?

“Protocol Recordings was never really intended to turn ten years old, I guess. It just happened. We grew a great platform, I’m super thankful for all the artists that have contributed to the label. It’s not only me, it’s really a teamwork session, and I’m thankful for everyone, the fans have been so amazing. It’s been 10 years of Protocol, but it feels like the years have just flown by. Crazy, at the same time, it’s just a ride that I wouldn’t have wanted to miss in my life. Starting as a platform to put out records for beginning producers, and now, to be so established in the game, is really great.”

You showed up on stage with Timmy Trumpet, surprise to all of us here. Do you guys have anything in the works or is it just because you guys are buddies?

“We put out a record, ‘Falling.’ Maybe this is the start of something new? I have no idea, he’s a good guy, I have a lot of respect for Timmy, cool dude, working hard, good musician, so whenever he asks me for something, I’m really happy.”

Hopefully this is the beginning of tours and festivals being back on a regular basis. Where else will we see you touring this year?

“Probably everywhere, so long as they’re open. All of them; Tomorrowland, Ultra Europe.”

What other tracks are you working on for the rest of the year? Any surprises or collabs?

“I have a lot of collabs. I have a really cool collab coming from Monocule. I can’t say too much about it, but it’s a really big artist that’s also going to contribute something to Monocule. That’s all I can say.”

Coming out of the pandemic and the past couple of years, I feel like dance music came out, still in a good position. What’s your take on the state of the industry and where dance music is headed in the future?

“I have no idea where it is right now, I just know that people want to party. I feel like we’re all in a great place when it comes to all the artists who are so happy to get back on stage. I feel like everyone gets motivated to see the crowd reaction again. Especially Ultra today, it feels like a new start.”

Tell us what’s your favorite part about visiting Miami? What makes Miami stand out?

“Miami feels like a sunny and more Cuban/Spanish, better climate version of our best holiday resort that we have in the Netherlands. It’s like everyone has a chill vibe, good food, it’s sunset, there’s really amazing sunsets here, it just feels like holiday vibes, but on steroids. I wish I could stay two more days.”

Tell me about the new dog!?

“Ravi. Ravi’s really popular, almost 14,000 followers on Instagram, he’s getting more popular than I am.”

Other than working on music, and playing video games during the pandemic. Was there anything else you did that was interesting or a hobby you picked up?

“I love gaming, I love to play Airsoft.”

I’ve heard about that, they did a South Park episode about that.

“I heard about that, I didn’t see it, but I heard. Gaming, demo drop on the first Friday of the month on Twitch. What else do I do? I drive motorcycles. That’s about it for now, I play legos.”

Any other words for the fans?

“I’m just really thankful for everybody that works the Ultra show today. Hopefully people love the sound as much as I do. I wanted to give it a kickstart for the new season, give some love and some faith for the coming year, that everything’s going to be okay, on the largest scale possible. Yeah, I hope to see everyone in their country or their possible range, really, really soon. Stay in good health, stay in good shape, and I’ll see you soon.”

Check out the latest from Nicky Romero, “Lose My Mind”, out now on Protocol. You can also check out Nicky’s full Ultra set as well.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Nicky Romero Talks New Music, 10 Years of Protocol and Return of Festivals at Ultra Miami [Interview]

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Phocust Unveils Booming ‘Pneuma’ EP Off Flux Pavilions Circus Records

Max Low (previously known as No Pants Party) is an L.A. based duo with a growing profile in the tech house scene. Born and raised in Seattle, they found an affinity for dance music in the heart of an expanding electronic music scene before moving south. While only just forming in 2022, Max Low has already served as a mainstay in house music in a past life, previously placing successful top tracks on Toolroom, Farris Wheel, Hood Politics, and LOW CEILING. Upcoming releases have them going coast to coast within a matter of months, starting with Insomniac’s In/Rotation before a release on CID’s Night Service Only. Already supported by renowned tastemakers including Alesso, David Guetta, Lee Foss, and Pasquale Rotella, Max Low is set to have a massive year. 

Now, the duo is back with a sizzling tech house heater titled, “Good Time” that delivers all of that and then some, signed to Insomniac’s prestigious In/Rotation imprint off of their compilation album ‘Rotate Vol. 8’. Filtered synths and a deeper ambiance kick the song off, swelling into an intoxicating drop that is impossible not to move your body to. Flickers of confidence-evoking vocals and added drum deliver an edgy allure round out this track to be not only a fantastic release from this impressive duo, but also an excellent track for any DJ to have in their arsenal.

The track first debuted at Academy L.A early this month, the duo stepping onto the stage for a secret set alongside Matroda, Black V Neck, and Cloverdale. The night was nothing short of success, the crowd engaging with the grooves, clearly showcasing their receptiveness toward the vibrations put into the air.

“We are SO excited to be releasing our first track as Max Low on IN/ROTATION, and to join the family of inspiring artists who have been part of this forward-thinking label! Our main objective is always to make music that helps people forget about their worries and enjoy life in the moment, and we think Good Time perfectly represents that. Plus the timing is impeccable, as it’s coming out right when festival season is kicking into high gear!” – Max Low

Listen below!

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: PREMIERE: Max Low Drops Sizzling Tech House Heater, “Good Time” [In/Rotation]

Based in Tampa, FL Chemikkal is an up and coming DJ/Producer with a penchant for getting people on their feet and producing infectious tunes. With a military background and strongly influenced by real life experiences, Chemikkal has developed a tenacious work ethic over the years, allowing him to progress to become the DJ/Producer he is today. 

His latest single “Missing You” is an emotive experience that can’t help but envelop you in a plethora of uplifting melodies. Already earning the nod of approval from Austin Kramer’s UNreleased radio, “Missing You” features a powerful vocal performance paired with bright synths and driving back beat, making this a perfect summer time song.

Listen below!

 

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Chemikkal Drops Emotive Single, “Missing You”

It’s been three years since D&B, bass music and scoring producer Billain’s breakthrough massive album Nomad’s Revenge dropped and really changed the way we think of cinematic sound in bass music. As the 2019 epic was basically a sonic storyboard that could have easily attached to a video game or film, the story ended on a bit of a cliffhanger with its last track “Revenge” and Billain did promise the journey would continue. That’s what nomads do, after all.

Three years may seem like a long time to wait for the next installment, but if you know Nomad’s Revenge or even just the quality Billain normally produces, it’s obvious this promised sequel wasn’t going to pop its head around the corner a few months after its predecessor. Even if Billain didn’t put the tremendous amount of work in he did, many of us sound nerds are still digesting Nomad’s Revenge.

As promised, Lands Unbreached, which dropped today on Minnesota-based label Renraku, picks up where Nomad’s Revenge left off with a lead track called “Breach” featuring Tasha Baxter now playing one of the protagonists in melody form. This track is jumping right into the deep end with incredibly fast drumlines and even faster synths and with Billain’s characteristic pitch-perfect cinematic composition. Fans can expect this throughout, of course, but “Breach” also puts the audience on notice that there are some differences between Lands Unbreached and Nomad’s Revenge, the biggest one being that there’s almost no dialogue.

Rather than being set up as a score to a game or film that never happened, the story of Lands Unbreached is told a hundred percent musically. Fans have only titles and tones to follow this journey with our nomad friends, but make no mistake: it is still a journey. From “Breach” where our protagonists makes their first steps into this new Odyssey to the peace and excitement (and funky halftime) that comes from a new chapter in “iNFINITE Blue” to arriving at the “Cosmic Gate” with Kemal to the jazz interlude “Memory Block” being, well, intercepted by “Interceptor,” it’s obvious each track is a new chapter to a rich story. The music is composed in such away that one can almost see the scenes moving before the eyes. It’s a visceral, emotional and even visual journey as much as it is musical.

Our premiere today comes after a series of relatively chill chapters, with “Battery Boy” and the like seeming to wind up to what might be our main character’s last conflict or decision. Those preceding tracks seem somewhat chill with its bouncy, groovy hip hop vibes. It’s almost as if the travelers have wandered into some sort of robot breakdancing cypher; it’s cool but tense. Then, “Mekanize You” breaks into 174 techno-based chaos and winds up to an even more intense breakbeat. It seems the robots want to do exactly what the title of this track promises and mechanize us all. There’s even a synth sequence in the intro where it sounds like the androids are actually being built.

Lands Unbreached by Billain

When the raw, rough and dancefloor-ready “Mekanize You” ends, we’re dropped into another cinematic abyss entitled “Gigant.” The newly mechanized travelers are told to “awake” and join the dance, a slow, plodding halftime and gear-filled waking up to their new parts and abilities. New, “gigantic” bodies, perhaps? If this is the case, it may not be a bad thing. The last two tracks on the album are called “Reincarnation” and “Overcome” and while both solid, melodic and danceable D&B tracks which indeed give listeners a sense of hope and renewal. Perhaps our heroes have done this whole journey broken and impaired, and being “mechanized” was a rebirth to feel whole again. It’s just a theory, but given what we’ve all been through in the last two to three years, the emotional journey feels this real. Certainly many artists can relate.

“Overcome” is the only track on Lands Unbreached with dialogue and it’s an interesting choice as up until this point, just over eight minutes into the nine minute 30 second track, the listener was left to create their own story from the music, the actual story comes in and reveals itself. It’s the same two speakers as were featured in Nomad’s Revenge, and in fact the outro of “Overcome” sounds very similar to the closer of Nomad’s Revenge. It seems the heavy, frantic D&B of “Reincarnation” and “Overcome” were a set of battles. Said battles are over for not for our protagonists, but not the journey, as the female voice says the same thing she did after the first reckoning, “let’s go.” But it seems this time the nomads leave a part of them as well, as an “old friend” has been lost in the battle. Relatable.

Whether there’s supposed to be a followable canon to Lands Unbreached that follows Nomad’s Revenge or not, each track is its own journey and indeed the whole album is a sonic epic Odyssey. On that emotional level, there certainly has been an odyssey and a number of battles for the world these past two years which makes Lands Unbreached even more poignant. Now with the new conflicts between Russia Eastern Europe, where Billain lives, is facing, the message of this album is all the more apparent. Being from Sarajevo, Billain has seen this sort of thing more than once, and it’s likely no coincidence that Lands Unbreached ends the way it does. The heroes may have won this time and got what they wanted, but no win comes without something lost, and the journey still will never end. We can only hope our hearts heal from such things, whether actual wars or emotional conflicts. Keep this idea and those caught in the conflict in your thoughts as you listen to this album, and the story will be crystal clear, even without words. And most of all, never forget to dance.

Lands Unbreached is out now on Renraku. Stream or buy here.

 

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: YEDM Drop Day Premiere: Billain Takes Us on Another Epic Journey to ‘Lands Unbreached’ [Renraku]

Global Dance Festival returns to Empower Field at Mile High this summer, July 15 & 16, with yet another highly curated lineup.

With a market as particular as Denver, the team at Global Dance does an impeccable job each and every year catering to both locals and travelers, with big names like Excision, Above & Beyond, and Lane 8, as well as established and growing artists like Barely Alive, Adventure Club, DROELOE, k?d, Shiba San, Oliver Heldens, sumthin sumthin, Wax Motif, Two Friends, Ivy Lab, and more.

Tickets on sale Wednesday, April 13th at 12PM MDT – here.

 

Photo by Speedfest

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Global Dance Festival Returns To Denver With Another Amazing Lineup This Summer

On the heels of a two-year hiatus from his Spor alias, Jon Gooch – more commonly known by his Feed Me moniker – debuts on mau5trap under his alternate drum & bass persona. Having only previously released on the deadmau5-run label as Feed Me, Gooch now takes to the esteemed tastemaker to deliver his frenetic drum & bass as Spor. Spor’s “Let Me Be” is out now ahead of his forthcoming Cave EP.

“My career as Spor ultimately was what led me to meeting Joel in London and signing with mau5trap, something that was a huge catalyst and substantially altered my life,” explains Gooch. “It made sense to me to finally bring these two entities together with a release. Cave was the Latin motto of my hometown at that time, as well as a refuge, solitude, fortification, and a creative space. Holed up, nocturnal, pushing for driving energy and exploring with sound- that is a location I can always come back to.”

The single takes us back to Spor’s original, heavy, neuro DnB sound with pounding drums, filthy basslines, and a driving rhythm. Check it out below.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Spor (Feed Me) Debuts ‘Let Me Be’ via mau5trap

The latest single from Alison Wonderland’s forthcoming album, Loner, arrives today, and it’s one of her most emotionally-charged songs of her career thus far. She explained the song’s genesis on Twitter:

“I remember exactly where I was I was in the car. At a Starbucks drive thru. With my friend. I was truly at rock bottom. […] I was feeling hopeless. I looked at my friend. Tears streaming from my face. Almost begging I said to him. IS IT GOING TO FEEL LIKE THIS FOREVER?! He turned to me and said

It will feel like forever until it doesn’t.”

“Forever” is the album’s opening song. Wonderland’s raw, glistening vocals capture the first steps in a life-changing quest that takes her from darkness to light, from chaos to an immutable sense of purpose over the course of the album’s 12 tracks.

Listen below.

Photo Credit: Simply G

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Alison Wonderland shares album opener ‘Forever’ ahead of the full LP dropping May 6