A selection of new and/or relevant Electronica and Electro-leaning tracks that have recently left an impression on us. For the full playlist click here.
Doktorbaş – “Office Work“
Turkish artist Doktorbaş throws you back to the golden age of drum and bass with “Office Work,” a head-banging anthem fueled by classic beats. But hold on, this ain’t your average nostalgia trip. Doktorbaş throws in a curveball with a study-beat-infused melody, creating a mind-bending clash that’ll keep you glued. Imagine a renegade conductor leading an orchestral rave in a bustling high-rise office – that’s the electrifying energy you’re in for. Hit play, and your cubicle walls will never be the same (just don’t blame me if your boss catches your headbanging frenzy!)
The Screaming Pope – “Movie Star”
Neon dreamscape meets synthwave pulse in “Movie Star,” the opening track of The Screaming Pope‘s album, “Neon Heights.” From the prolific George Bolton, this track transports you to a world of shimmering textures and pulsating rhythms. Think John Carpenter‘s cinematic chills reimagined for the modern music listener, with synths that swirl like neon constellations and a bassline that thumps with raw energy.
Bolton‘s vocals, enigmatic throughout, weave through the soundscape like echoes from a forgotten dream. He hints at hidden desires and parallel worlds, blurring the lines between the familiar and the unknown. Throughout “Movie Star” thrums with energy, building complexity with each layer of swirling synths. It’s a reminder that even amidst the sleekest sounds, humanity can shine through, resonating with every note.
DJ Thommek – “Dancing with Tuareg“
Your eyes adjust to the fading sun, the sand a fiery canvas under the deepening indigo sky. Camels walk on the horizon in rhythm, but then the first notes of “Dancing with Tuareg” hit, and the world melts away. This ain’t your average EDM throbber; it’s a hypnotic sound woven with sand-blown bass and smoke-kissed vocals. You close your eyes and get swept into a trance, the rhythm banging through the dunes like a nomad’s heartbeat. This ain’t some fleeting club banger; it’s a slow burn, a journey etched in sound that lingers long after the last note fades. Germany‘s DJ Thommek has outdone himself with this one. So raise the volume, surrender to the sway, and let the Moroccan night weave its magic. Just don’t blame me if you book a one-way ticket to Morocco– the after-after-rave starts at sundown.
Jamie xx – “It’s So Good”
Jamie xx hints at pure rave nostalgia with “It’s So Good”. Grainy cassette vibes set the scene, but the sound’s fresh. The groove slinks up like a mischievous friend, the bass throbs, and infectious energy flows through Brazilian rhythms and those shimmering synths. It’s pure Jamie xx magic! Predictable? Maybe a bit. Crowd-pleasing? Absolutely. This track burrows into your head aiming to soundtrack your late-night dance parties, and leaves you humming long after. It’s a reminder that sometimes, all you need is a killer groove to melt your worries away.
Justice – “One Night/All Night“
Neon-drenched dreams collide with pulsing basslines as Tame Impala‘s Kevin Parker weaves his hazy vocals into Justice‘s signature grooves. Forget sleep, “One Night/All Night” casts a hypnotic spell, its chorus echoing like an irresistible chant. Don’t be fooled by its familiarity – a dark, electrifying edge lurks beneath, a sonic assault leaving you craving glitter-drenched escapades. This is just the first taste of Justice‘s upcoming “Hyperdrama” album, and it promises nights lost in sonic bliss. Remember, what happens on one night…well, that’s your story to tell.
