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Mike Waite

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I received my degree in English from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, and Virginia is still home. Apart from my yearly pilgrimage to Moogfest and occasional shows in DC, Detroit, and New York, I like to stick to the fringes, with an eye always open toward music that is forward-thinking and unique, whatever the genre.

Ott returns with new album and tour, shares "Harwell Dekatron"

If you've never experienced the mind-boggling psychedelia that is Ott, now is the time to get in the know. The British producer's mix of dub, multi-cultural vocal samples, and otherworldly sonic…

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GUNSHIP's synthy new single "The Mountain" gets reworked by April Towers [Premiere]

Is there anything you can't do within the universe of Grand Theft Auto V? You can wreak murderous havoc on an unsuspecting population, or just play a quiet round of tennis.…

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Machinedrum drops a hyperactive remix of Daktyl's "Stay" (feat. Dive Deep)

Travis Stewart has reached such a high level as Machinedrum in recent years that he's now one of the most prolific – not to mention well respected – producers out there. This…

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Jessy Lanza, DJ Spinn, and Taso team up for "You Never Show Your Love" [Video]

After emerging on the scene with her debut album, Pull My Hair Back, two years ago, Jessy Lanza has stayed active, including a collaboration and tour with Caribou. She's now one of the most prominent…

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Fort Romeau talks 'Frankfurt Versions' remix EP, shares Roman Flügel's take on "Insides" [Premiere + Interview]

On Insides, Mike Greene's second LP as Fort Romeau and debut for Ghostly International, he achieves a healthy balance between club-ready house music and high art. Every sly groove and sternum-thumping kick drum is…

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Lost in Stars pays tribute to Hyperdub MC Spaceape on 'Once You Were Fire' EP [Premiere]

Lost in Stars is the Los Angeles-based project of Dylan Willoughby, who records with a close-knit group of other artists, most notably Elena Charbila, a.k.a. Kid Moxie. On his debut EP, Once You…

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Maya Jane Coles releases new "Believe" video under Nocturnal Sunshine alias

Maya Jane Coles is branching out into other dance genres, having just released her self-titled debut album as Nocturnal Sunshine. Now that she's taken over the house world with her debut album…

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Movement 2015: Why you need to go, even if you aren't a techno geek [Festival Review]

Electronic dance music is now more popular than ever, a highly-lucrative, internationally recognized phenomenon. It's also a well-integrated, practically borderless universe, with dance genres from all over the world mixed…

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Gavin Turek teams up with frequent collaborator Tokimonsta for "Frontline" remix

Los Angeles-based artists Gavin Turek and Jennifer Lee, a.k.a. Tokimonsta, have been working together for a long time. Turek's unmistakable vocals have graced many a Tokimonsta track, and now they've banded together for…

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Kid Moxie announces '1888' remix LP, shares two new contributions [Premiere + Download]

After enjoying widespread critical acclaim for her 2014 album 1888, Elena Charbila isn't slowing down on her Kid Moxie project. The multi-talented Greek-born artist has accrued a unique list of remixers, giving…

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Nicolas Jaar returns with the surreal 'Nymphs II' EP

Nicolas Jaar is always up to something, splitting his time recently between his label, Other People, and some soundtrack and remix work. However, it's been quite a while since we heard…

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Lakker shares bouncy new visuals for 'Tundra' cut "Three Songs" [Video]

Dublin-bred, Berlin-based production duo Lakker has been feeling the love since they dropped Tundra, their debut album for R&S, on Monday. Breaking further and further away from their techno foundation, the pair explores a variety…

Mike Waite

Ott returns with new album and tour, shares "Harwell Dekatron"

GUNSHIP's synthy new single "The Mountain" gets reworked by April Towers [Premiere]

Machinedrum drops a hyperactive remix of Daktyl's "Stay" (feat. Dive Deep)

Jessy Lanza, DJ Spinn, and Taso team up for "You Never Show Your Love" [Video]

Fort Romeau talks 'Frankfurt Versions' remix EP, shares Roman Flügel's take on "Insides" [Premiere + Interview]

Lost in Stars pays tribute to Hyperdub MC Spaceape on 'Once You Were Fire' EP [Premiere]

Maya Jane Coles releases new "Believe" video under Nocturnal Sunshine alias

Movement 2015: Why you need to go, even if you aren't a techno geek [Festival Review]

Gavin Turek teams up with frequent collaborator Tokimonsta for "Frontline" remix

Kid Moxie announces '1888' remix LP, shares two new contributions [Premiere + Download]

Nicolas Jaar returns with the surreal 'Nymphs II' EP

Lakker shares bouncy new visuals for 'Tundra' cut "Three Songs" [Video]

The Great Escape 2025 – Our Ones To Watch From Brighton Beach..

Connor McGlave shares self-reflective anthem "Better Man"

Chlothegod Tackles Life, Upbringing, & The State With New Video (video)

Dyl Jordaine captures resilience and determination "Work It"

LIFEOFTHOM shares immersive single "READY OR NOT" (ft. Blvck Svm)

Matt Oakley is redefining country music with heart, soul and modernity

Texas’ Blacktop Mojo does rock music the way it should be done

Tha Rapper Haiti blends authentic style with musical passion

Glorybots redefines rock with latest album 'mad.end'

From Machismo To Mujeres: Women As The Face Of Reggaeton

4 things I learned on the 'Call Me If You Get Lost' tour

4 things every artist needs to think about in 2022