Author: Humming Vibe
REZZ launched her new label HypnoVizion back in October with the release of her own Nightmare on Rezz Street 2. Now, a just about a couple months later comes the first external-artist release and what an incredible opportunity to revive the amazing project that is isqa. Jordan Orcaz, from Southern California, first adopted the name isqa in 2013 with the release of a 10-track debut album titled Tetraform. A handful of EPs on DUSTLA, remixes, and independent releases followed before Orcaz decided to shift gears and focus on a new project. No Mana, the second project from Orcaz, showed a transition from…
Thinking logically, it would make sense that, at some point in time, Zeds Dead and GRiZ have released a song together. Alas, whether it’s hopeful wishes overwriting reality or just the Mandela Effect, the two artists have never officially put out a collaboration — until next week. “Ecstasy of Soul” is due for release next week, December 14. The track debuted last September during the first-ever Zeds Dead b2b GRiZ set at GoldRush Festival in Phoenix, and starts with a cover of the classic theme song for The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly before evolving into a monster dubstep…
Forging an unprecedented path in the realm of EDM, Asher Shashaty is a rising artist who possesses a one-of-a-kind sound, weaving elements of numerous genres in order to push the boundaries of the electronic space. His music is shaped by his influences and spirituality while also infusing his real-life experiences and channel them into his original tracks. Recently, Asher was approached by fellow up-and-comer Take a Guess. This creative producer showed Asher a song he was working on and Asher instantly wanted to be a part of it. Once the beat was finalized, the two collaborators agreed that Sacred Snow…
At its core, music is a subjective experience. Even the most technically proficient musician might prefer making math rock, and some people don’t like that. Sometimes, heavily distorted sounds and discordant melodies might garner mass appeal. Narrowing down all the albums released into a top 10 is a purely subjective exercise therein. However, there are some factors to take into account when doling out a ranking for creative endeavors. Does the artist evolve in their own sound? Is there something new and exciting to notice in the production, writing, arrangement, etc.? Does it push limits in any way, whether to…
Rezz has been extremely private about her personal life since she broke into the music industry in 2015. The daughter of Iranian/Ukrainian parents and a member of the LGBTQ+ community, she has stayed largely out of the public eye while becoming comfortable and confident in her own skin. Overcoming a debilitating battle with insomnia in early 2022, which she considers her greatest obstacle to date, inspired Rezz to go on the podcast SHE/HER/THEY with KITTENS and be more vulnerable and open up about her struggles than ever before. While on a grueling tour schedule, Rezz relied on prescription sleeping medication…
Pure positivity reigns supreme over Damon Fletcher’s polished tracks. Already imbued with tremendous confidence, he is the sound that resonates in the club. His path to this moment has been one of constant perseverance underpinned by the sheer strength of the beats. The attention to detail pays off in many ways – from his incorporation of the soul into the electronic atmosphere, he is some next-level work. He started this project amid the pandemic. While everybody else was hunkering down, he started shifting his passion into a steady career. With a handful of singles, he manages to get the party…
Hangout Fest just dropped their lineup for 2023 and right out the gate have come swinging for other festivals with a broad and top-tier assortment of artists from past and present; rock, hip hop, and dance; as well as one of the best backdrops of any festival in the country. Situated on the majestic white sand beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama, May 19-21, attendees will be able to bear witness to a plethora of incredible musical acts. The legendary Red Hot Chili Peppers will set the tone for those looking to get after it on the beach. Pop-punk is alive…
Ultra Music Festival has unveiled its star-studded Phase 2 lineup, adding more than 100 additional acts to the 2023 event taking place Friday, March 24 – Sunday, March 26 at Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami. In September, Ultra announced an impressive roster of Phase 1 headliners including Armin van Buuren, Carl Cox, Claude VonStroke, CloZee, Eric Prydz presents HOLO, Ganja White Night, GIGANTIC NGHTMRE (Big Gigantic and NGHTMRE), Grimes, Gryffin, Hardwell, the world debut of HI-LO b2b Testpilot, Kx5 (Kaskade and deadmau5), Kayzo (live), Martin Garrix, Oliver Heldens b2b Tchami, REZZ, Subtronics, Swedish House Mafia, Tale Of Us, Timmy Trumpet,…
Blossom has big things on the horizon. Before the year’s out, she has dropped her latest single, “On My Own,” which serves as the first release from her forthcoming EP. And as she finished up her dates supporting Alan Walker on tour, she has also announced her first headlining tour beginning in 2023. The single marks a hard reset in the world of Blossom, she explains: “The world as we know it has ended and I’ve been reborn as the humanoid, Blossom, challenged to rebuild a world far away from the one we knew. Alone, I travel across the universe…
Alison Wonderland will become the latest producer to launch their own record label, following in the footsteps of Kayzo, Rezz, Subtronics, Excision, and more. As an artist, releasing music on your own label is a great way to retain power and resources of your own work. However, you’re not just releasing your own music most of the time, often intending to “give power and freedom back to the artist” at large, as Alison states in her tweet teasing the launch. Compared to major labels, the splits are often more equitable, though you’ll most of the time make that trade for…