From Istanbul to Stardom: The Rise of Bass Producer Tape B
Dive into the inspiring journey of Kemal Berk Alkanat, aka Tape B, from Istanbul to stardom. Discover how he transformed pressure to succeed into a thriving career as a fast-rising bass music producer. Learn about his unique approach to music, merging nostalgia with deep bass, and his collaborations with industry icons like Zeds Dead. Witness the birth of a new sound in bass music and follow Tape B’s unfolding story of fulfilling the American dream.
LA’s Rising Star XIE: Poised to Dominate House Music and Beyond
Explore the journey of Los Angeles house music sensation DJ XIE, from her musical beginnings to her recent successful singles, “Birds in Paradise” and “C’est la Vie.” Discover how she draws from her Asian heritage and a wide array of musical influences to create an immersive sound that’s all set to captivate the global EDM scene.
LYNY: Tapping into Intuition, Creating Sounds from Scratch and a ‘Thank You’ Note to Skrillex
Middle school may have been filled with awkward bus rides and terrible fashion choices, but it’s also when many of us first recognized the immeasurable power of music. That’s a discovery that Alec Leinhauser, also known as LYNY, the electronic music phenom behind the massive banger, “Noxious,” will never forget. It was the moment his […]
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MP3 TAKES: Lost Lands 2023 Was a Prehistoric Dubstep Paradise [Review]
Often referred to as the Dubstep Disneyland or Dubstep Super Bowl, Lost Lands Music Festival delivers big sound and an even bigger experience. Jeff Abel, also known as Excision, and his team deliver thoughtful improvements and event curation that somehow become better and better every year. The immersive experience, top-tier production, and caring atmosphere Lost […]
MP3 TAKES — SZA’s ‘SOS Tour’ [Review]
Introducing MP3 TAKES, our event review series where we dive deep into the exhilarating world of music festivals and live performances. In an era teeming with music events worldwide, our aim is to help you navigate through the noise and uncover the most captivating experiences. Join us on this adventure to highlight the backstage stories, […]
MP3 TAKES: Monstercat’s DANCEPORATION 2023 [Review]
Dive into MP3 TAKES’ exclusive deep-dive on Monstercat’s DANCEPORATION takeover at Meow Wolf Denver. Embark on a spellbinding journey through multi-dimensional stages, electrifying beats, and the unparalleled Danceportation spectacle. Essential reading for every electronic aficionado and festival devotee.
Pocket Full of Dreams: The Quest for Melancholy Sunshine with Late Night Radio
The electro-soul genre, which dances freely on a tightrope between funky bass music and glitch-hop instrumentation, has been having a great year. Pretty Lights is officially back after a five year hiatus. Daily Bread dropped Invisible Cinema, which revitalized the glitch-hop scene across North America. But there’s one more surprise waiting around the corner, this […]
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MP3 TAKES: Imagine Music Festival 2023 — It Doesn’t Get Better Than This
This year’s Imagine Music Festival was a top notch demonstration of dance music culture across…
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GRiZ Announces a Farewell Double-Header in Denver — Final Shows on October 5th
The iconic, Rainbow Brain mastermind and funky dubstep producer, GRiZ, announced today that he will…
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We Need to Talk About Electric Zoo…
Electric Zoo has long been considered a staple in New York’s expansive dance music scene,…
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