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05:25:00

 


‘Sound of You’ features vocals from Pendulum frontman Rob Swire, drops today on Armada Music

Pioneering drum-and-bass metal band Pendulum and legendary trance DJ and producer Armin van Buuren have joined forces for their debut collaboration, ‘Sound of You,’ out today on Armada Music. This high-voltage drum-and-bass festival weapon was crafted during a joint studio session in early 2024, later debuting at Tomorrowland Belgium 2024, and stands out as a rare dance linkup for Pendulum, who have recently been focused on their live music setup.



The collaboration stemmed from a shared admiration between the artists. Initially, ‘Sound of You’ started as a big room progressive house track penned by Armin van Buuren, featuring Pendulum’s Rob Swire on vocals—marking Swire’s first feature in several years—which was released last month. Inspired by their shared creative energy, Armin van Buuren suggested developing a drum-and-bass version together with Pendulum—an idea that quickly took shape in the studio.

Rob Swire, frontman of Pendulum, reflected on the collaboration: “Armin and I had talked about working together for a while. When he played me the original ‘Sound of You,’ I knew instantly I wanted to sing on it.  After that, Armin suggested doing a drum-and-bass version, and he had so many great ideas. We sat down in early 2024 to refine them together, and it all came together really quickly. We even road-tested together at Tomorrowland Belgium 2024, where it got an amazing reception.”

For Armin van Buuren, stepping into the drum & bass world was an exciting challenge: “Drum-and-bass isn’t my usual space, but I had some ideas and it was a no-brainer to collaborate closely with Pendulum on this version. Being in the studio together made all the difference, and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out.”

‘Sound of You’ is out now on Armada Music.



About Pendulum

Formed in 2002 by Rob Swire, Gareth McGrillen and Paul ‘El Hornet’ Harding, Pendulum quickly took to the road, touring across their native home in Perth to internationally acclaimed clubs and festivals around the release of their seminal debut album ‘Hold Your Colour’. After relocating to the UK and forming the Pendulum live band, El Hornet took the reins on the Pendulum DJ Sets and has spent the past 15 years performing at some of the biggest electronic festivals in the world including Liquicity, Let It Roll, Rampage, Dreambeach and EDC.

Now alternating between the individual band members, and sometimes performing as a trio, the Pendulum DJ sets have taken on a life of their own with a huge global presence and genre spanning shows ranging from drum and bass, house, techno, tech house breaks and hardcore.To find upcoming events and shows for Pendulum DJ set, please visit our Tour Page where you can find ticketing information.





About Armin van Buuren

Armin van Buuren has long been a global ambassador for electronic music. He currently has nine full-length artist albums to his name — ‘Breathe In’ included — and continues to cultivate a massive worldwide following through his weekly A State of Trance radio show, event series and album series, reaching 44 million listeners from more than 80 different countries on a weekly basis. Armin van Buuren headlines tens to hundreds of shows per year at leading festivals and venues around the world, including Electric Daisy Carnival (Las Vegas, New York), Ultra Music Festival (Miami), Lollapalooza (Chicago) and Tomorrowland (Belgium) plus residencies on Ibiza and in Las Vegas. Past summer alone, he reconnected with fans through over thirty shows, including the ‘Feel Again’ shows in the Ziggo Dome, Ultra Europe, Tomorrowland, Parookaville, Creamfields, Electric Zoo and his summer residencies at Hï Ibiza and Ushuaïa.




About Rob Swire

Robert Swire-Thompson is an Australian musician, singer, songwriter, record producer and DJ, best known as the founder and vocalist of the Australian drum and bass and electronic rock band Pendulum, as well as DJ and co-founder of electro house duo Knife Party formed of Swire and Gareth McGrillen.

As well as being part of two massive international touring acts, Swire has also lent his vocal talents to the likes of Deadmau5 for the multi-platinum single ‘Ghosts ‘n’ Stuff’ as well as ‘Monophobia’, and Eric Prydz on ‘Breathe’, as well as writing and production credits with Rihanna.




About Armada Music

Armada Music is the biggest independent dance music label in the world. Founded by Armin van Buuren, Maykel Piron (CEO) and David Lewis, the label manages an ever-growing catalog of over 50,000 tracks built up across twenty-plus years of specialized dance music exploitation.

Representing artists such as Armin van Buuren, ARTY, D.O.D, Eelke Kleijn, Jan Blomqvist, Joris Voorn, KI/KI, Lilly Palmer, Loud Luxury, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, THEMBA and Yulia Niko, Armada Music amasses more than one billion streams per month, airplay on leading radio outlets such as BBC Radio 1 and Sirius XM, and top positions in the world’s most notable charts. Significant label milestones include Armin van Buuren's Grammy nomination for 'This Is What It Feels Like' and two tracks surpassing one billion streams on Spotify: Loud Luxury and Brando’s ‘Body’ and Lost Frequencies’ ‘Are You With Me’.

Across offices in Amsterdam (HQ), New York, London and Laren (NL), Armada Music offers a global appeal to its growing roster. The label has its own club, radio studio and multiple production studios, and hosts various live formats. Producer platform Armada University, which offers educational products and opportunities, shows the label’s sustained effort to nurture the next wave of talent.



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07:02:00

 



The collaboration brings together their signature sounds in a high-energy, melodic masterpiece


 Two of Belgium’s finest in Drum & Bass, globally renowned DJ & producer Netsky and rising star Andromedik, are teaming up for the first time on their electrifying new single, 'Out of Body', out on Helix Records now. The collaboration brings together their signature sounds in a high-energy, melodic masterpiece crafted for dancefloors worldwide. 'Out of Body' is an infectious, adrenaline-fueled track featuring emotional vocals, powerful peaks, and a massive drop, delivering the perfect balance of melody and energy. With its fast-paced tempo and euphoric intensity, the track is poised to become an instant favourite among Drum & Bass lovers.




The collaboration between Netsky and Andromedik is a milestone for Belgian Drum & Bass, uniting two generations of artists in a track destined to light up clubs and festivals worldwide. 'Out of Body' is set to solidify their reputations as powerhouses in the genre.




Netsky has continued to push boundaries in electronic music with his unparalleled catalogue of hits. He has collaborated with icons like Lil Wayne, Aloe Blacc, David Guetta, Becky Hill, Emilie Sande, Swedish House Mafia, Rita Ora and Rudimental while the likes of Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa and Jack Ü have sought him out for remixes, earning millions of streams to his name and his position as an in-demand producer and collaborator. From selling out arenas to headlining some of the world’s biggest festivals, including Coachella, Glastonbury, Printworks, Pukkelpop and Lotto Arena, he also has left an indelible mark with the 'Netsky & Friends' brand, curating and hosting stages at prestigious events like Tomorrowland, rolling out through multiple events and clubs throughout Europe.


Andromedik, at just 26, has rapidly ascended as one of the genre’s most exciting talents with his signature festival-ready sound, electrifying performances and big hits (his full catalogue is at more than 80 million streams on Spotify alone), including 'Forever', 'First to Go' and 'Take Me', as well as his collaboration with fellow Belgian producer Lost Frequencies on the Deluxe Mix of his hit single 'The Feeling' (more than 35 million streams) and official remixes for Alesso, John Newman and Robin Schulz. After multiple sold-out shows in Belgium throughout 2024 and an unforgettable stage hosting with his widely acclaimed ‘Andromedik Invites’ concept at Tomorrowland, Andromedik is bringing ‘Andromedik Invites’ to Melkweg Amsterdam on May 2.




About Netsky

​A globally renowned DJ and producer, Netsky has become a leading figure in the Drum & Bass scene, captivating audiences from Coachella to Glastonbury. In 2017, he launched his Netsky & Friends brand, headlining Tomorrowland's Mainstage and curating stages across Europe. With four studio albums featuring collaborations with Lil Wayne and David Guetta, plus remixes for Dua Lipa and Ed Sheeran, his sound has earned him numerous accolades, including being the highest-ranked Drum & Bass DJ in DJ Mag's Top 100. His 2020 album Second Nature led to sold-out Glasshouse shows, and in 2023, he continued to push boundaries with his hit single Barricades featuring Rita Ora.






About Andromedik


​At just 26, Belgian Drum & Bass sensation Andromedik has already left a significant mark on the scene. Known for his festival-ready sound, he kicked off 2024 by headlining two sold-out hard-ticket shows at Trix Antwerp, before bringing his wildly popular Andromedik Invites concept to Tomorrowland’s iconic Atmosphere stage over the summer. Closing the year in style, he reached new heights with a spectacular 9-hour rave edition of Andromedik Invites at Antwerp Expo, drawing nearly 4,000 fans. With high-energy, dynamic performances lighting up major festivals and clubs worldwide, he also launched an exciting tour across Australia and New Zealand.


With a string of dancefloor anthems like Forever, First to Go, and Take Me, along with collaborations with top-tier artists such as Lost Frequencies on the Deluxe Mix of The Feeling and Grafix on Comedown, Andromedik has solidified his place in the scene. His official remixes for artists like Robin Schulz, Topic, Alesso, and John Newman have helped him surpass 80 million streams on Spotify.


His tracks have been featured on international radio stations like BBC Radio 1, Studio Brussel, and George FM, earning him a Drum & Bass Arena Awards nomination for 'World’s Best Newcomer' in 2019. As a versatile DJ and producer, Andromedik captivates audiences with his bold remixes, edits, and innovative takes on Drum & Bass. His undeniable energy both in the studio and on stage has positioned him as one of the most exciting names in electronic music today.


With each new achievement, Andromedik's meteoric rise continues, propelling him to the forefront of the global Drum & Bass scene and offering fans an exhilarating journey through his music.




About One World Artists

One World Artists is Tomorrowland’s official artist agency, providing music management & booking services for both young and well-established DJs and producers around the world. One World Artists is always keeping a finger on the pulse of what’s happening in the industry and is constantly looking for new and young talent in the scene, providing them with a platform and expertise to further develop their career. Empowering the artists of today and tomorrow with an expert team, dreaming together step by step within a wide spectrum of electronic music.

One World Artists' current roster includes Agents Of Time, Ajna, Amber Broos, Andromedik, ANNA, Antdot, Curol, Da Tweekaz, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Henri PFR, John Newman, Lost Frequencies, MANDY, Netsky, Oscar and the Wolf, OSKI, Öwnboss, Rose Ringed, Samm, Sub Zero Project, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, VIDO and Yves V.


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20:34:00



The drum and bass legend is also set to reveal innovative hologram technology during the live show

Genre-defying drum and bass artist Andy C today released highly anticipated track ‘Positions’ featuring vocalist whoismoli, out on Armada Music. 

The track drops just ahead of his headline "ALIVE 3.0" show at Drumsheds this Friday, 8th November, where he'll perform for the first time with an innovative hologram backdrop, introducing the technology as part of his live proposition.

Often hailed as the “Godfather” of drum and bass, Andy C shows no signs of slowing down. The English DJ and producer is hot on the heels of his successful linkup with Becky Hill, ‘Indestructible’, which secured a Top 20 spot in the UK Official Dance Singles Chart and reached #8 on Global’s Official Big Top 40 chart. His latest releases ‘Punk’ and ‘Home in that Bass’ both climbed the Beatport charts, reaching #10 and #3 in the Drum & Bass Top 10 respectively, as well as securing spots in the overall Top 100.
On the track, Andy C said: “I’ve been road testing this all summer and the instant feedback from the crowds has been amazing. Whoismoli is gifted with an incredible voice that expresses the song so well. I’m really happy how it’s turned out and to be able to release it with the mighty Armada is an honour!”
"Working on ‘Positions’ has been an amazing journey,” added whoismoli. “It’s so cool to see how much the song has evolved from the early stages to what it’s become now. I’m really proud of it, and I love how powerful it makes me feel. The song is all about reclaiming your strength—about reaching a place where, even if something that once hurt you resurfaces, it no longer has the power to affect you. I’m so grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with Andy. Seeing videos of him performing it live has been surreal, and I hope the audience will love it just as much as I do."
Doubling down on sheer infectiousness with a killer melody and an equally potent vocal performance from whoismoli, ‘Positions’ effortlessly secures its place as a standout track in Andy C’s arsenal of dance floor weapons. Featuring heavily in his sets throughout the summer, the track is already an eagerly anticipated fan-favourite.




Andy C Tour Dates:
November 8 - London, UK - Drumsheds 
November 9 - Toulouse, France - Le Bikini 
November 23 - Manchester, UK - Warehouse Project
November 24 - Amsterdam, Netherlands - DnB Allstars: Amsterdam
November 27 - Washington, DC, USA - Echostage
November 28 - Los Angeles, USA - Exchange LA 
November 29 - Long Beach, USA - Apocalypse Festival
December 5 - Seattle, USA - Q Nightclub
December 6 - Chicago, USA - Radius
December 7 - New York, USA - Avant Gardner 
December 20 - Bratislava, Slovakia
December 28 - Adelaide, Australia
December 29 - Melbourne, Australia
December 30 - Rhythm & Alps, New Zealand
December 31 - Northern Bass, New Zealand
January 1 - NOBU, Perth, Australia
January 3 - Brisbane, Australia
January 4 - Sydney, Australia




About Andy C:

The man mysteriously known to most as Andy C. undoubtedly is one of the most important figures in drum'n'bass' evolution. He was there at the dawn of the '90s when drum'n'bass was still hardcore techno, honing his talents as a DJ. Then, in 1992, just as drum'n'bass was beginning to blossom, he formed Ram Records with Ant Miles. The label quickly became one of drum'n'bass' driving forces, releasing a plethora of 12" EPs featuring many of the genre's leading producers. As part of the duo Origin Unknown with Miles, Andy C. produced one of Ram's many landmark tracks, "Valley of the Shadows." Released in 1993, the track quickly became not only an anthem but also a classic, being remixed and re-released repeatedly. Later in the '90s came more Origin Unknown tracks; in addition, Andy C. joined forces with Shimon and Miles to form the much-celebrated supergroup Ram Trilogy. Throughout all his success, the man known to only a select few as Andy Clarke managed to remain for the most part anonymous and, as a result, considerably mythical -- an iconic figure within the insular and manic U.K. drum'n'bass scene -- known to even his fans as only Andy C. ~ Jason Birchmeier, Rovi




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About whoismoli:


whoismoli – The Reinvention of a Songwriter

Some artists transcend genre, seamlessly blending sounds, moods, and styles, surprising audiences at every turn. Enter whoismoli, the latest incarnation of songwriter Moli, who embodies this musical fluidity. From her early ventures into soul and disco-infused pop to her recent feature on Andy C’s track “Positions,” whoismoli is a storyteller who thrives on collaboration and creative exploration.

With over 120 songwriting credits, including global hits like Breaking Me by Topic and A7S—a song that earned her a BMI Pop Award in 2021—Moli has crafted a strong reputation within the industry. Her work spans genres, driven by an innate curiosity and a passion for pushing boundaries. Now, as whoismoli, she steps into the spotlight, bringing a renewed focus on self-expression through her unique voice and songwriting talent.

Moli’s journey began in Belgium, where she first gained attention as a teenager with her debut EP. But it was in Berlin that she truly found her stride as a songwriter, collaborating with artists across the musical spectrum. “Writing for others opened me up to different genres, allowing me to explore beyond my own releases,” she explains. Her versatility and dedication have earned her hundreds of millions of streams, making her a sought-after writer for both rising stars and industry veterans.

After her time in Berlin, whoismoli moved to London, a shift that reconnected her with her roots and sparked a new wave of inspiration. “London reignited something in me,” she reflects. “It brought me closer to the sounds I grew up with, pushing me to think even more creatively.” It was here that she began experimenting with more underground sounds, ultimately leading to her collaboration with drum-and-bass icon Andy C on “Positions.”

As whoismoli, Moli embraces a fearless and fluid approach to music. Drawing on a diverse palette of influences—from the raw energy of punk rock to the emotional depth of Phoebe Bridgers—she’s in a constant state of evolution. “Collaboration has always been at the heart of my creative process,” she says, describing it as a deeply intuitive partnership. “It’s about finding people who understand your language and where you're coming from.”

Her love for storytelling is evident; each song she writes explores human emotion. “Love is the biggest source of inspiration,” she shares, reflecting on the universal themes that fuel her art. “As artists, we’re always seeking validation—not just from success, but from the love we receive for what we create.”

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About Armada Music

Armada Music is the biggest independent dance music label in the world. Founded by Armin van Buuren, Maykel Piron (CEO) and David Lewis, the label manages an ever-growing catalog of over 40,000 tracks, built up across twenty-plus years of specialized dance music exploitation.

Representing artists such as Armin van Buuren, ARTY, D.O.D, Eelke Kleijn, Jan Blomqvist, Loud Luxury, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, Tensnake, THEMBA and Yulia Niko, Armada Music amasses more than one billion streams per month, airplay on leading radio outlets such as BBC Radio 1 and Sirius XM, and top positions in the world’s most notable charts. The label also takes great pride in major achievements such as Armin van Buuren’s GRAMMY nomination for ‘This Is What It Feels Like’, Loud Luxury and Brando’s ‘Body’ surpassing one billion streams on Spotify and breaking artists such as Lost Frequencies into global stardom.

Across offices in Amsterdam (HQ), New York, London and Laren (NL), Armada Music offers a truly global appeal to its growing roster. The label has its own club, radio studio and multiple production studios, and hosts various live formats. Producer platform Armada University, which offers educational products and opportunities, shows the label’s sustained effort to nurture the next wave of talent.

In 2023, Armada Music launched BEAT Music Fund, the world’s first dance music investment company, that acquires catalogs with the mission of honoring, representing and reinvigorating them. BEAT’s portfolio will continue to grow; in the first six months following its launch, BEAT acquired the catalogs of, among others, electronic music star ARTY, house and techno pioneer Kevin Saunderson’s KMS Records, legendary NYC-based house label King Street Sounds and chart-topping producers Chocolate Puma.

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03:54:00

 


Melodic bass pioneer Seven Lions rapidly rose to prominence after winning a remix competition in 2011. His unique rework of Above & Beyond’s ‘You Got To Go’ (feat. Zoë Johnston) immediately grabbed the trio’s attention, sparking the beginning of a relationship that would span multiple collaborative performances between the two acts, an array of further Seven Lions remixes of Above & Beyond and Anjunabeats classics, and multiple collaborative tracks between Seven Lions and Anjunabeats artists.


Above & Beyond and Seven Lions made their collaborative debut with ‘See The End’ in 2019, which quickly became #1 airplay record in the Mediabase Dance Chart and has since racked up over 19M streams on Spotify alone.

A snapshot into the history between these esteemed artists, the ‘Seven Lions on Anjunabeats’ compilation features some of Seven Lions’ most recognisable tracks and remixes, including his heavy-hitting rework 3LAU’s debut Anjunabeats smash ‘Tokyo’ feat. XIRA, his melodic dubstep reimagining of Velvetine’s ‘The Great Divide’, his inimitable collaboration with Jason Ross and Paul Meany ‘Higher Love’, and more.


Above & Beyond announced another forthcoming collaboration with Seven Lions at this year’s Group Therapy Weekender at The Gorge, more details to come soon.

Find it here: https://anjunabeats.co/svlnsa.pbt

Tracklist:
Velvetine - The Great Divide (Seven Lions Remix)
Above & Beyond feat. Zoë Johnston - Sahara Love (Seven Lions Remix)
Above & Beyond feat. Zoë Johnston - You Got To Go (Seven Lions Remix)
Above & Beyond feat. Richard Bedford - On My Way To Heaven (Seven Lions Remix)
3LAU feat. XIRA - Tokyo (Seven Lions Remix)
Seven Lions and Jason Ross feat. Paul Meany - Higher Love
Above & Beyond and Seven Lions feat. Opposite The Other - See The End


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02:07:00

 


With the next track in the lead up to his upcoming artist album, Somna takes a small departure from his usual sound and teams up with Sarah de Warren for a danceable breaks tune. Sarah’s vocals soar over the infectious beats, creating a captivating piece of music.


Find it here blackhole.lnk.to/Satellites-s



Dimitri Kechagias review:
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12:58:00

 


Dance Music’s Vocal Queen, HALIENE Releases Debut Studio Album - HEAVENLY



Acclaimed songstress HALIENE is excited to finally share with the world her debut studio album, Heavenly. With A-list features and collaborations with dance music giants such as Armin Van Buuren, Excision, Seven Lions, and Gareth Emery to - most recently - ILLENIUM (on his GRAMMY-nominated, Billboard winning ‘Falling Embers’ album), she’s one of electronic music’s most entrusted singer-songwriters, now breaking ground as a solo artist herself.


Heavenly, HALIENE’s 12-track, groundbreaking body of work encompasses two poetic meditations, 10 original solo tracks including her duet with singer/producer AMIDY, ‘Parachute’, her previous airwave smash, ‘Glass Heart’ and her third partnering with Markus Schulz, ‘Metamorphosis’.

Order 'HEAVENLY': https://blackhole.lnk.to/HEAVENLY



In her own words, HALIENE describes the album as being “designed and written to lead the listener deeper inside themselves, and to their true nature. I believe we are not forever bound to this earth, but that some part of us longs for home, for freedom in the celestial realms, and when we reconcile to that truth, everything begins to make sense and align here. I wanted to explore subjects lyrically that cause us all to question and wrestle with our deepest nature in this album like vulnerability, finding strength in fragility, grief, and loss, forgiveness, transformation, unconditional love, intuition, and connections that seem to transcend time and planes of existence. I have a great love for poetry, and every word on this album has a purpose and meaning.”


Tracklist:
01. Vessels [Intro]
02. Glass Heart
03. Underneath My Skin
04. Reach Across The Sky
05. Walk Through Walls
06. Can’t Be Gone
07. Parachute (with AMIDY)
08. Million Miles
09. Forgive You Anyway
10. Butterfly
11. Metamorphosis (with Markus Schulz)
12. Heavenly [Outro]

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00:39:00

Thadeus Labuszewski, better known by his stage name Disco Lines, is an American DJ and music producer from Boulder, Colorado. He gained recognition after his remix of the track “Eastside” by Benny Blanco, Halsey and Khalid gardened over a million plays on SoundCloud. Although Disco Lines has been playing piano/guitar since he was a kid, his passion lies in the art of music production. His tracks are filled with a certain vibrance. Mixing future bass, trap and deep house, Disco Lines has developed a unique and technical sound. Currently entering his senior year at the University of Colorado, Boulder, Disco Lines has opened for Hippie Sabotage, Elephante, PLS&TY, Dombresky, Cut Snake, SoDown, Justin Jay and more. With brand new originals, official remixes and shows across the country, this producer is pushing the limits of what a young musician can do.



Dimitris: Your biggest music career achievements in 2019:
Disco Lines: My biggest music career achievements this year were reaching 15,000 fans on Spotify and headlining the Fox Theater in my hometown of Boulder Colorado. The opportunity to play my music live  in front of hundreds of people is one of the coolest feelings in the world! 

Dimitris: Please rate your online presence/visibility in 2019 from 0-10?Please elaborate with short comment.
Disco Lines: 5...I have a big presence in my hometown of Boulder but I still have a lot of room to grow outside of Colorado. 

1) Best track(s) and short comment for each track from other fellow artists in 2019
Disco Lines: SLUMBERJACK - Hide And Seek (feat. Claire Ridgely)
- Incredible sound design and unique take on future bass



Mura Masa, Clairo - I Don’t Think I Can Do This Again
-Two of my favorite artists on the same track
-Sad and happy at the same time, amazing vibe



2) Best of 2019 personal productions with short comment about them:
Disco Lines:
Alive (feat. Lilly Corsi)
- Most recent project
- For this song I wanted to incorporate real instruments and focus on vocal processing... Lilly has such a beautiful timbre and I wanted to emphasize that. 



Honey (feat. Gabriella)
- Inspired by Jack U
- First single
- Vibey track with lots of emotions



3) Best Artist in 2019(DJ & producer) with short comment:
Disco Lines: Whethan
- Favorite producer
- Such a crisp sound with every song he produces and his features are amazing
- Saw him at Red Rocks this summer and was impressed by his set and the production 



4) Best Remix(es) from other fellow artists in 2019 with short comment :
Disco Lines: Rushing Back (feat. Vera Blue) [Petit Biscuit Remix]
- The original song is already so beautiful but Petit Biscuit it took it to a totally new level 
- Deep and genuine sound
- Great atmosphere



5) YOUR Best Remix which you have produced in 2019 with short comment?
Disco Lines: Taylor Swift - Love Story (disco lines flip) - Blew up after playing it at a show in Arizona, Made if for my Youtube channel where I remix popular songs, Catchy and fun Always goes off live



6) Best Remixer(s) for 2019 with short comment:
Disco Lines: Ship Wrek
- Can take any song and turn it into a house banger
- Signature tough sound 



7) Best New Talent in 2019 (DJ or producer) with short comment :
Disco Lines: DROELOE
- These guys came from BitBird’s label and are absolutely killing the game right now 
- Fresh twist to the future bass scene
- Incredible rhythm and percussion in their songs



8) Best electronic dance music album in 2019 with short comment:
Disco Lines: Big Wild - Superdream
- Entire album is filled with extremely catchy, beautiful dance music 
- Big Wild is such a talented artist



9) Best electronic dance music compilation in 2019 with short comment? :
Disco Lines: JAUZ PRESENTS: THIS IS OFF THE DEEP END
- Full of house bangers
- Massive names… Jauz, Kyle Walker, i_o, Ship Wrek
- Super groovy tech house



10) Best artwork about single / album/compilation or promotional campaign in 2019 with short comment:
Disco Lines: Album cover for Bangers[2].Zip
- Clean, futuristic artwork full of color and vibrance
- Simple yet elegant collage
- Perfect visual representation of the music within the ep



11) Best lyrics in electronic dance music track(s) in 2019 with short comment :
Disco Lines: Moksi - Boom Shakalaka (Feat. Emy Perez & Digitzz)
- Weird and funny vocals
- The Boom Shakalaka verse right before the drop is so clean and smooth
- Not really singing or rapping, just groovin
- Creative contrast between female vocals and male vocals
- Makes the song memorable



12) Best vocalist/singer on electronic dance music track in 2019 with short comment:
Disco Lines: Slow Down (ft. Pauline Herr)
- Pauline has a smooth voice that sits perfectly in the mix
- Dreamy and packed with emotion



13) Best electronic dance music label for 2019 with short comment:
Disco Lines:
BitBird
- San Holo’s label is absolutely killing the game right now
- Such high quality release you know you’ll always find something great
- Unique array of talent within the label
- Amazing collaborations



14) Best electronic dance music video for 2019 with short comment:
Disco Lines: Oliver Tree - Hurt
- Will go down as a timeless music video
- Oliver Tree is so creative and his music videos never disappoint
- Outrageous, funny and honest



15) Best online social media for 2019 with short comment:
Disco Lines: Anything Fisher puts out is hilarious… his instagram is legendary



16) Best social media response you may have received about your music or your DJ performance in 2019:
Disco Lines: I don’t really have a favorite but anytime someone tells me that they enjoy my music it makes my day! 

17) Best music composition software in 2019 with short comment:
Disco Lines: Ableton
- Clean user interface
- Quick workflow
- Unlimited possibilities when creating music

18)Best Club event /Festival/music conference in 2019 with short comment:
Disco Lines: Coachella 2019
- My first time going
- Awesome energy throughout the entire trip 
- Set designs were gorgeous
- Tame Impala, Rufus Du Sol and FKJ had the best performances



19) Your Best personal DJ Gig & DJ performance in 2019 with short comment:
Disco Lines: Opening up for Hippie Sabotage at the University of Arizona
- I played in front of 2,000 people and had a blast
- Met Hippie Sabotage...extremely nice
- Production behind me was insane, giant pool, co2 cannons and massive speakers



20) Best DJ set from other fellow DJ in 2019 with short comment:
Disco Lines: San Holo - Red Rocks headlining show
- Ripped the guitar and put on a killer show
- Never seen such a beautiful/vibrant set



21) Best radio show/podcast or Vlog(video blog) in 2019 with short comment. It can be yours or from other artists you respect:
Disco Lines: - I have a running series on my YouTube channel called Disco Days where I take people through everything that goes into creating an awesome show. I've done seven so far and they’re funny/show the inside of the music world. You can check them out on my channel here: 



22) Best review that you have read in 2019 about your tracks or for other artists tracks(please provide the link if this review is online):
 Disco Lines: https://ihouseu.com/disco-lines-unveils-groove-infused-alive-november-17th-2019/

23) Best music related website in 2019 with short comment:
Disco Lines: SoundCloud...still has some of the best bootleg remixes that can’t be put on Spotify. Full of old treasures and new bangers

24) Best production or DJ equipment (a)software & (b) hardware) in 2019 with short comment:
Disco Lines: Serum
- Wavetable synth where I do all my custom sound design
- Beautiful interface and easy to use 
- Helps new producers understand how synthesizers work

25) Best sound sample that has been used frequently in electronic dance music tracks in 2019 (personal or from other artists):
Disco Lines: The super wide, dark, powerful basses used by Rezz/K?D and other midtempo artists. I want to start incorporating it into my own music.

26) Best technical tips that you learnt in 2019 in relation to your DJing or music productions:
Disco Lines: Sidechaining is one of the most integral techniques of music production. It adds rhythm to your songs and if you do it properly it can elevate your tracks to a whole new level. 

27) Best piece of personal or music bussiness advice you got in relation to your career in 2019 and has helped you to progress even further:
Disco Lines: Meet as many people as you can. It's hard to have your career take off if you don't make any connections with people in the industry. It takes more than one person for a music project to become successful.

28) Best travel tips in 2019 to survive the long travelling hours and jetlag:
Disco Lines: Hit a bar before the flight!!

29) Best ever electronic dance music track(s) of all times with short comment?
Disco Lines: Skrillex - Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites
- First dubstep song I really loved
- Hated it at first because it hurt my ears but after a few listens I realized how insane this track was



Tim Berg - Seek Bromance
- Song that got me into edm
- Avicii is one of the greatest producers of all time
- Has so much emotion and a beautiful melody to accompany it



Jack U - Where R U Now
- Fresh wubby sound
- Addictive to listen to
- Gorgeous lyrics and really creative sound



30) Best hobby or creative activity except music production in 2019:
Disco Lines: Skiing. The ski season just started in COlorado and I've already gone up 12 days. It helps me take my mind off everything going on in my life (college, work, music) and calms me down...almost to a point where it's a kind of therapy. Learning new tricks is also addictive and pushes me to get better and better. 

Dimitris: Do you have any concrete plans for 2020 regarding future releases, tracks, albums, collaborations, DJ gigs? Please provide us the juicy details.
Disco Lines: Im focusing on releasing new singles on Spotify and playing more shows out of state. Boulder is full of so many talented vocalists that I have been working with. In regards to shows, I dj a lot of  parties at my school but I love playing shows out of state. 

Dimitris: Your message & wishes for 2020.
Disco Lines: 2020 is going to be a wonderful year. I have so many new songs on the way and i’m starting to build a following which is incredible. Ill be graduating from the University of Colorado, Boulder this year and I plan on moving to San Francisco afterwards. 2019 was an amazing year but were just getting started baby!!!



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03:39:00

As all-encompassing as the ‘Armada 15 Years’ album may have been, one album is hardly enough to accurately showcase Armada Music’s past decade and a half. So, to magnify what started with the release of the first album on June 1st, the Amsterdam-based record label releases the album’s deluxe edition today, which sees a number of artists deliver some exciting, and above all exclusive originals or remixes to make sure this wonderful milestone year will never be forgotten. 


  
To help fans dig deeper into all that the Amsterdam-based record label has to offer (ranging from evergreen classics to present-day hits and tracks from future stars), the Deluxe Edition of ‘Armada 15 Years’ album peppers the celebrations with forty-six original tracks and remixes from artists such as Afrojack, Andrew Rayel, ARTY, Dash Berlin, filous, Laidback Luke, Loud Luxury, Ryan Riback and more.



Founded by Armin van Buuren, Maykel Piron and David Lewis on June 1st, 2003, Armada Music has been a trailblazing imprint since its inception fifteen years back. Throughout the years, the label managed to spread to almost every corner of the electronic music spectrum, signing records and labels across a plethora of genres from highly acclaimed artists such as Afrojack, Andrew Rayel, Armin van Buuren, Erick Morillo, Fedde Le Grand, Gareth Emery, Kevin Saunderson, Lost Frequencies, Loud Luxury, Morgan Page and W&W. Now widely considered the biggest independent dance music label in the world, Armada Music has been gearing up to show the world that they’re ready to remain one of the industry’s staple imprints for at least another decade and a half, and this Deluxe album shows exactly how they intend to do so in anniversary style.




1. Armin van Buuren feat. Josh Cumbee - Sunny Days (Ryan Riback Remix) (03:40)
2. VASSY & Afrojack feat. Oliver Rosa - LOST (ANGEMI vs DRUMZ Remix) (03:37)
3. Sultan + Shepard feat. Nadia Ali & IRO - Almost Home (Sons Of Maria Remix) (03:28)
4. Chicane feat. Moya Brennan - Saltwater (Sebastien Remix) (03:29)
5. Thomas Gold feat. Jillian Edwards - Magic (filous Remix) (03:05)
6. Three Drives On A Vinyl - Sunset On Ibiza (BLR Remix) (02:52)
7. Motorcycle - As The Rush Comes (Dash Berlin Remix) (03:05)
8. Vincent de Moor - Fly Away (KhoMha Remix) (02:49)
9. Scot Project - U (I Got A Feeling) (Eats Everything Reebeef) (04:23)
10. Lifelike & Kris Menace - Discopolis 2.0 (Sander van Doorn Remix) (03:28)
11. Chakra - Home (Jody Wisternoff Remix) (03:26)
12. Sol Brothers feat. Kathy Brown - Turn Me Out (illyus & Barrientos Remix) (03:13)
13. Inner City - Do You Love What You Feel 2018 (Inner City & House Of Virus Remix) (02:56)
14. Phats & Small - Turn Around (Youngr Bootleg) (03:26)
15. Armin van Buuren feat. Conrad Sewell - Sex, Love & Water (Laidback Luke Remix) (02:34)
16. Wisdome - Off The Wall (2018 Rework) (03:07)
17. Harry Romero feat. Robert Owens - Back (Harry Romero 2018 Deep In Jersey Mix) (03:11)
18. Felix Leiter - Be Free (Junior Sanchez Remix) (03:37)
19. Autoerotique - Count On You (ATFC's C-thru Remix) (03:55)
20. Latroit x Bishøp - Loving Every Minute (Ghastly Remix) (03:36)
21. Borgore - Big Bad (Basstrick Remix) (03:28)
22. Spoiled and Zigo - More and More (Tom Staar Remix) (02:54)
23. Coast 2 Coast feat. Discovery - Home (Ruddaz Remix) (04:36)
24. Armin van Buuren feat. Susana - Shivers (ALPHA 9 Remix) (04:03)
25. Armin van Buuren - Blah Blah Blah (03:03)
26. Loud Luxury x anders - Love No More (02:48)
27. Lost Frequencies feat. James Blunt - Melody (02:29)
28. Afrojack - Bassride (Extended Mix) (03:35)
29. W&W - Rave Culture (02:45)
30. Fatboy Slim - Gangster Trippin (Sultan + Shepard Remix) (03:11)
31. Cedric Gervais - Do It Tonight (02:06)
32. Low Steppa feat. Ayak - No Love (Club Mix) (03:38)
33. Firebeatz X Peppermint feat. Aidan O’Brien - Everything (02:53)
34. DubVision - Steal The Moon (03:15)
35. Morgan Page - Let You Go (03:15)
36. Fedde Le Grand and Raiden - Hit The Club (03:01)
37. Andrew Rayel & Garibay feat. Jake Torrey - Last Summer (02:46)
38. ARTY - Rain (03:22)
39. Stonebridge feat. Therese - Take Me Away (2018 Remaster) (03:42)
40. PAX - Catfish (01:53)
41. Erick Morillo & Andrew Cole feat. Kylee Katch - Cocoon (02:50)
42. Jan Blomqvist - The Space In Between (03:26)
43. York feat. Scot & Millfield - The Awakening 2018 (03:13)
44. Tom Staar - Flight Of The Buzzard (03:04)
45. Calvo - On The Move (02:35)
46. Gareth Emery feat. Evan Henzi - Call To Arms (03:28)

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01:45:00

In 2018, SWARM started turning heads with his hyper-aggressive brand of industrial bass. In 2019 he intends to rip them clean off. His This Is The End EP is released new years day 2019. Definitely is an intriguing way to start your new year resolutions and exciting celebrations. We sat down with SWARM aka Brandon Carroll from Jacksonville, Florida - USA and we talked about his vision of electronic music in a dark atmospheric industrial world filled with heavy distorted basslines, moody melodies and strange creatures like him. 



Interview was written and conducted by Dimitri Kechagias, Music Journalist & Radio host on 1mix radio.



Dimitris: When did you start your involvement with electronic dance music and which music style you are more affiliated with and why?

SWARM: I bought Ableton Live in late 2017, and have been obsessing over it ever since. The darker side of electronic music is where my roots are, along with symphonic metal and industrial rock.

Dimitris: Did you had the opportunity to attend any kind of music production course or are u completely self taught? Do you consider that is essential for any artist to complete any production course?

SWARM: I wouldn't say completely self taught, but I didn't attend any courses or schools for production. I have met some invaluable friends along the way that have aided my technical production immeasurably, and I owe a lot to them for that. I am most definitely a hands- on learner, meaning I have a very tough time paying attention to a video or instructional course on something I'm interested in, but I know a lot of friends that have benefited from such courses. I do not think that as a general rule a production course is essential, but it can be a great catalyst for some people.

Dimitris: In which label was your first ever release and how did you manage to attract the attention of the label?

SWARM: The first label I released with was Nightenjin, based out of Canada. Awesome people! I mutual friend ended up working for them and I had just started getting confident in the darker direction my music was taking at the time. She sent them a song of mine and a few months later, "Nightmare" was released! I guess they liked it! Thanks Jillian & Danny!

Dimitris: Please pick for us your Top 5 tracks that you have produced and you consider them as being highly important for the progress of your career indifferent if they were commercially successful.

SWARM: 1. Savior - The first live musical support I ever saw and it was Porter Robinson. I was floored. That opened doors for me and I will be forever grateful for his continued support on that song.



2. The Nothing - Very emotional song for me, and it was the start of using more symphonic elements and generally taking a lot more risks musically.



3. Nightmare - Because this was the first truly dark song I produced, and for the support that Nightenjin gave me on it.



4. Another Brick In The Wall (A SWARM Nightmare)
The first "mid-tempo" song I ever finished. It was like a whole new world had opened up for me and I really fell in love with producing at that BPM range because creatively it's very open to interpretation. It can be heavy or it can be more laid back.



5. Never Ending with Varien
I listened to Nick's music for years before I even touched production. To have met and have him like my music enough to want to make a song with me was life changing. It'll always be very special to me and we are very good friends now.



Dimitris: Let's focus on your latest release This is The End out 1/1/2019. Please tell us from where did you got the inspiration for the EP?

SWARM: "This is The End." is a throwback to growing up buying CD's, listening to a collective body of work, reading CD liner notes, and generally hearing a story told by the artist. I really miss that. I really miss the build of excitement to release day and going to buy a physical copy of it. I miss music being released as more than just singles. I most of all miss listening to songs in the order the artist chose to put them on the CD/LP/EP because my favourite artists always had an interesting line of reason behind it. So earlier this year I decided to tell my own story, and I'm really happy with how it turned out. I'm excited for people to hear it!

Dimitris: How long it took you to produce it and was an easy or difficult process?If you have faced any difficulties please tell us about them and how did you resolve them?

SWARM: I started with the idea back in probably July. I wanted to do something more special than just singles, or two or three songs digitally and call it a day. It wasn't especially difficult, as my mindset going into it was "this is going to turn out as organic as possible". So I let myself experiment and slide out of my comfort zone a lot, and there are two songs in particular on the EP - "Fear" and "Kill Me" - that I really pushed myself out of my usual way of going about writing. I did have to learn a lot in the process though, because when you do something new it might take a bit longer than usual to get right.


Dimitris: Which was the biggest challenge that you faced during the production of This is the End EP?

SWARM: The opening song- Precursor. I wanted it to reference every song on the EP, including the closing melody of the album, while still being it's own idea. The lyrics of the spoken word portion reference all of songs that follow, and it's definitely directly related to the final song on the EP. That took several weeks to figure out, and while that may sound silly, it was really frustrating. I also hate the sound of my own voice, and I speak in it, so that was it's own situation.

Dimitris: Can you describe to us the steps that you went through for the production of the tracks included on this EP and of any other tracks that you have produced so far?

SWARM: How it usually goes is I'll get something stuck in my head, a pattern, rhythm, or even random sounds can trigger the start of a song. Usually the songs end up in a totally different direction, but any inspiration is good in my opinion. Some of what I consider my best music has come from weird mental places. My song "The Nothing" is still a bit difficult for me to listen to because I was emotionally really not doing too hot at the time, and that song just poured out of me. It means a lot to me.

Dimitris: Do the labels accept usually your music as it was produced or some labels recommend you to do changes or fix certain things?

SWARM: I independently release most of my music, but there has been one occasion that I was asked to do revisions by a label. They had very specific notes about certain parts, and I think they had some good criticism that ended up working out well.

Dimitris: Are the tracks included on This is the End EP are 100% original compositions or are they  based on a previous template from tracks produced in the past?

SWARM: All of them are original compositions as their musical directions vary a great deal. I do make a blank standard template for myself for general BPM ranges, but that's mostly for mixing purposes. I'll have some general tools like saturation and EQ settings in a rack with my go-to synth and I save those by heaviness, atmosphere, or something having to do with mood. I try to be organized with the sounds & presets I've made over the last year that work well for my music. It's basically to optimize productivity so I'm not spending a long time looking for "that preset I made that I really liked" or something like that.

Dimitris: Is the quality of this release higher than your previous one? If yes in what ways this track sounds better than your previous one?

SWARM: Yes. I have learned so much since I started and that may the most frustrating part is knowing you could have done better in a previous project. But that's also growth in a nutshell and the only thing to do it move forward and keep improving.

Dimitris: Do you have any friends or relatives that you send them your productions before sending it to a label?

SWARM: I have a few people I trust to give me real advice. I take critiques very seriously and those I send the songs to usually have something very helpful to say.

Dimitris: Describe to us the studio that you have produced the EP? What is your favourite hardware and software set up? Do you have in mind any new gear that you wish to get in order to raise the quality of your productions?

SWARM: It's very basic. It's my room. But a very important thing I've learned is "if you know how your equipment sounds, you can make a great mix". This is to say, even if you have $10 speakers from Walmart, you can still make a good mix on them because you know how they taint the sound in certain ways. Plus, you always have the car test- and that's the most important part to me, because that's where 99% of folks these days listen to music. The car test is so important!! It's also my favorite part of the process. It's enjoyable. My current go-to software is Kontakt & the software synth Spire. Kontakt is incredible. I produce on Ableton 10. I am currently happy with the gear I have, and I try to limit buying new stuff if I don't really need it. It just makes everything more complicated if it's not essential.

Dimitris: Do you master the music yourself or the mastering is task for the record label? Do you understand mastering as being essential?

SWARM: Yes, I master myself on my own songs. On collaborations, it usually ends up being my collaborator who masters, because my friends and collaborators rule and are very talented. Mastering does not have to be essential. It's all about how the mix sounds before that stage. Mastering can do practically nothing on a polished song, and also practically nothing on a poorly mixed song. It's all case-dependent.

Dimitris: There is a growing trend of vinyl coming back for good. Would you like to see this EP released on vinyl or any other of your future tracks? Do you prefer digital files or vinyl?

SWARM: I'm open to it! I printed "This Is The End." on (very limited run) CD's with a digipak because it's what I grew up with. It's the same idea though- people are starting to desire those physical things again, and I couldn't be happier. Plus it makes a very cool item for me to frame and look at every day. So yes, I am all for trying vinyl as well.

Dimitris:  Do you have any future releases planned and when will be released?

SWARM: After this EP releases on January 1st, I have a few official remixes I had the opportunity to create; they will be unleashed upon the world. As well as a healthy stockpile of originals and collaborations that will be lined up to see the light of day.

Dimitris: Can you tell us here your Top 3 best DJ gigs so far and the reasons that made them so special?

SWARM: 1. My first ever show- because it was very special and memorable seeing the support of my friends.

2. The first time I played in front of more than 20 people- because I felt on top of the world.

3. Opening for K?D in New Orleans, LA. The crowd was incredible and the energy was amazing. The venue was great, and I met wonderful people. Unforgettable.



Dimitris: Do you have any more DJ gigs planned for the next few months? If yes please note them down here.

SWARM: I do, I will be in Miami, FL at Club Space providing support for Joyryde on Dec. 28th. I will have many more announced soon, but after the EP is released when I'm a bit less stressed about the promotion and release aspect.

Dimitris: Do you produce a radio show/podcast as well?

SWARM: I do not at the moment, I listen to a lot of them though! A few of the members of my team are starting a podcast at the beginning of the year, and I'm very excited about that.

Dimitris: Best piece of advice you got in relation to your career so far and best tip you learnt recently to make your tracks better.

SWARM: Best piece of advice- don't take things personally. This is vital.

Best tip- learning how to actually compressor to benefit the music and not hinder it. It can either make something turn to mush or it can make things pop beautifully.

Dimitris: Please give us here your tips or more elaborated advice for any new artists who may read this interview and wish to get involved with the electronic music industry.

SWARM: 1. Don't give up. You're going to want to- just don't if you believe in what you're doing.
2. Find your brand. Find what you want to represent and be all about. Continue to grow that brand until you don't even have to think about it, it just happens naturally. Be all about your brand and wear it with pride.
3. You'll never stop learning, but you'll never learn what you should until you are willing to ask someone their honest opinion on something.
4. Make friends and don't expect anything in return.

Many thanks to Brandon aka SWARM for this interview with so much insight about his production process and very useful tips & tricks to other electronic music producers. We wish him to rock in 2019 even louder and harder!

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