Dancing Astronauts Artists To Watch In 2023
New year, new artists to discover. Back by popular demand, Dance Astronaut's annual Artist Class spotlights 25 of the most promising talents in the dance/electronic genre. From idiosyncratic underground wavemakers to up-and-coming festivals, bass to techno and everything in between, we're proud to sample our many artists for the third year in a row.
Lyrics spoken by Rachel Naroznik
By small standards, L8NCY was an unknown company. On productions like “One More Day” and “Lonely,” singer/songwriter Chandler Leighton wanted to entertain her dance/electronic sensibility, making her songs her own and working together. with his own artistic project - without interfering with it. Eligibility requirements, he explained, require that the "secret" in the context of L8NCY be faceless and anonymous.
"At first I did L8NCY without saying anything. I don't put my picture in it, I don't put my name in it. Wearing a Leighton Dance Astronaut wig on stage during the May Supernovas interview.
But plans changed, and on the night of May 21, only the wig remained true. In a bright red suit, Leighton took to the stage at EDC Las Vegas' bassPOD to give L8NCY a name and a face. While recording with Kompany, he produced a live side project called Reflections, released on Bear Gryllz's Naughty Service label.
In the seven months since L8NCY, the project, which Leighton has collaborated on with L8NCY founder, producer and co-writer Brennan Looney, has evolved into live media. Leighton and Lonnie played their first show as L8NCY at the Ogden Theater on November 23, opening for Blanke. During L8NCY's transition from studio to stage, Leighton and Lonnie teamed up with Kate Bush to cover "Running That Hill" with Crypto and Jason Ross' "Slow It Down," out August 5 on Ophelia Records. The single was L8NCY's third release of all time. As it matures, L8NCY's project will incorporate elements of pop, deep house and trance, says Leighton, adding that now is a good time to join a creative project that is set to succeed and will continue until 2023.
In the words of Ross Goldenberg
It's not every day that three brothers achieve the common goal of promoting dance music under one banner, but Sentinel has been doing so since the late 2010s in collaboration with progressive giants like Part Third and Marcus Santoro. However, 2022 was the year the tide started to turn towards the Aussie trio. After releasing two unofficial remixes for Swedish Mafia a year ago, Sentinel suddenly found itself on the list of Most Anticipated IDs of 2022 , and no one knew who ID was. Behind, there is not only Sentinel, but their biggest release to date: we quickly learn that their collaboration with Alesso will later become known as Only You.
Debuting on our ID and ending the year on our Best Songs of 2022 list, the production thrust Sentinel into the dance music spotlight on a nostalgic silver platter of progressive house. A few months after the release of "Only You", Sentinel caught up with Alesso for an official lyric update that doubles the momentum they've been building since late March. Sentinel now uses 2022 as the turning point for a year that increasingly asserts its position as an artist turned observer. In fact, "[we] are just getting started," he wrote in a Spotify Wrapped post in early December.
Lyrics by Zak Salafia
Although ALEKO has only released three official releases so far, he has made a name for himself as one of Southern California's top up-and-coming producers. The San Diego-based artist is the fifth member of the San Diego Waterboys to watch, joining 2021 artists ISOxo and Nok2 and 2022 artists FrostTop and RemK.
After seeing ALEKO perform at Knock2 ROOM202 in Los Angeles last summer, as Dance Astronaut can attest, he dazzles with powerful sets that showcase his unique snare and bass skills.
Musically, ALEKO has several high-profile remixes to their name, including a 2021 version of Yeep's "Wonder" and a recent remix of Boombox Cartel's "Fatal Attraction," released last summer. (Rossy) sits on a tab with our artists to watch in 2022, which will make our list of the most searched tabs of 2023.
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Covid-19 has slowed many artists' projects, but for HoneyLuv, the opposite has happened. With the pandemic putting live music on hold indefinitely, the former NCAA and US Marine basketball player decided it was time to move away from R&B and hip-hop in favor of headfirst. Immerse yourself in a lifelong favorite genre: house music. To see 2022 LP Astronaut dance artist Giobbi — as well as multiple event brands — Honey Luv helped him achieve his goal with a series of live performances during the Covid-19 pandemic. Founded and curated by HoneyLuv two years ago, it is set to play two sets at Coachella's Do LaB, EDC Las Vegas, Okeechobee, Lightning in a Bottle, Beyond Wonderland, Skyline Festival, Escape Halloween, HARD Summer, and even Brooklyn in 2022. Open the path. Mirage. . And it's not near the end of his year; The year produced his biggest release to date, his Black Book Records 365 debut (Thr33 6ix 5ive). Along with a residency at Sleep Records on Dec. 9 - with Earth Alien dope "Sway" - HoneyLuv has all the ingredients to make 2023 a firecracker for sure.
Lyrics by Alex Lambeau
Anima, who shares half of Tale Of Us, took Chris Avantgarde under his wing in 2022, and while that's reason enough to see what's next for Avantgarde, he's not the only fan. Avantgarde's collaboration with Anyma - "Consciousness", released via Postlife - catapulted his name to the top of the industry, and now he has his second major collaboration with Anyma Works (the opening track of "Tale Of Us" ). November) press the paper adjuster).
Thanks to an Eric Price remix, "Consciousness" became the most melodic techno single of the year in the world. Blending futuristic art with sleek progressive synths, Consciousness has been heard in Ibiza, Tulum, Beirut and Los Angeles. Its release changed the way the world viewed the Afterlife label, and "Consciousness" became the biggest and most shared Afterlife song to date.
Although Avantgarde has been active since 2011, they have over 10 songs to their name. Avant-Garde began their career at progressive house festivals and have since moved on to a post-life style of deep, melodic techno progressions. That credit count increased when Avantgarde stepped out of their comfort zone to team up with Kevin de Vries on their collaborative EP Mind Control released on Drumcode in November. Although Avantgarde has only released three singles in the last two years, the German DJ is looking forward to his first collaboration with Anyma, a highly anticipated Afterlife label. Avantgarde and Anima clearly bring out the best in each other, and what 2023 brings together and Avantgarde individually will be impressive.
Lyrics by Alex Lambeau
Italian-born hard techno DJ T78 delivers some of techno's most powerful sets, full of heavy drums and fast beats. A regular at underground techno clubs in Berlin, Cologne and Munich, T78 is a veteran of the dance/electronic music scene, working under many names including Activator. Although the T78 spent some time in dance circles and was recognized as a leading player in the development of hard tech in Europe, it was not yet available to the American public, so it was listed as Dance Astronauts . In 2023
Under the Autekton label, T78 pushed the technique while preserving some of its core elements, an effort that slowly but surely brought the genre out of Europe. Showcasing a heavy techno mentality, T78's tracks are backed by some of techno's most respected names, including Carl Cox, Charlotte de Witt and Amelie Lens, who are returning to the T78 sound due to drastic changes in their band.
While it's a known fact that techno tracks don't perform as well as they should on digital streaming platforms, T78's portfolio has recently been brightened up with multiple streams in 2021 and 2022. A year spent in the studio at producing remixes on a regular basis and two Retro Future EPs are partly responsible for this buzz through 2023. Marco V's version of "GODD" from T78's 2022 catalog may have more appeal, but volumes two and three from the Retro Future EP series highlight its unique flavor. Think of it as a T78 when it begins to invade the United States.
Lyrics spoken by Rachel Naroznik
“Supah Fly is about having the time of your life, not caring what other people think, and being mean as hell,” Nostalgicx said of the EP, which was released Nov. 18 via ThriveMusic. But this middle finger promises to fit perfectly into the Iranian producer's presence on the dance/electronic scene in 2022. It not only raised his profile, but paved the way for his ubiquity by 2023. The album Testament X Night Bass Collection by Tchami and AC Slater, Dr. Released on House Call Records, Ghost has released new solo versions on Thrive Music and Night Bass Records. Nostalgic's 2022 record supports his inclusion in the list of artists to appear on Dance Space Genius in 2023. He uses his vocals frequently throughout this set, bringing a deep sense of vocal style with powerful sound design. bass and sharp hooks.
It is important to remember that Nostalgix also contributed this year to the history of electronic and electronic music; She is one of the few women to perform on the main stage (Kinetic Field) at EDC Las Vegas and was also one of the first two women to perform on the Service GROUNDS stage at EDC Orlando, making her second appearance with Wenzday . With debut shows in Los Angeles and San Diego in January and February 2023, and the launch of the Supah Fly Tour next year, it's a great start for an up-and-coming (and exciting) artist. ) inevitable.
Lyrics by Zak Salafia
ODEA is probably best known for their remix of RL Grimes' "I Wanna Know" and it's no surprise why; The 2019 remix has become a staple of the Grimes collections in recent years, even holding the honor of being the finale of many of them. After releasing this landmark remake, ODEA released the MONTA label of Boombox Cartel and Sable Valley Summer Vol. by RL Grimes. He did his job with highlights including a place in 3 repetitions.
2022 was the year of remixes, with ODEA releasing several of its own originals, including the low-key "Aura," but the Southern California native also put his creative hand on the official remix of Saeed's "Go." The Sky On After, Love, Forever by Dabin and Eyes Closed by William Black. Although the ODE name is synonymous with far-reaching reforms – especially in 2022, a year in which it has yet to demonstrate the potential for large-scale integration – 2023 will be an important year. for the ODE because his voice should mature. This will be the main thing. Almost products that lead to real discoveries.
In the words of Ross Goldenberg
Anyone watching the ever-changing landscape of the house music genre in 2022 from a distance has seen the name Mau P at least once. While 2022 could be a good start for the draft, the talent behind it will have a veteran base. In the mid-2010s, Maurice West claimed he had significant square footage in Big Space, but when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, he was at a crossroads as to how far he could take the project. His solution: capitalize on his affinity for underground dance music by starting over. It may seem daunting to many, but Morris West was willing to bet on a single, famous publishing story that would eliminate any risk. The decision paid off immediately, as the project's first original, Drugs from Amsterdam, destroyed countless DJ playlists throughout the summer and quickly became one of the most sought-after hits on the market. dance in august. In 2023, Mau P already has Beatport's number one chart. Music has been around for a long time.
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Azzeka, who is married to one of Chicago's hottest singers, Ali DeCastris, burst onto the techno house scene last June with the hit single "I've Been Waiting." After Diplo's peak release, the record became a staple in club rotations across the country. Fast forward to October and the Dirty Disco coordinator has two new High Ground offerings, You Need Another Side and more. A testament to Azzeka's power, "The Other Side" is fast approaching half a million streams on Spotify alone.
Azeka showed up in 2010. Established in 2022 as a respected connoisseur of techno house, he constantly pushes the boundaries of the genre with cutting-edge song structures and sound design. On New Year's Eve, he'll grace the decks as part of a star-studded line-up for the inaugural edition of FNGRS CRSSD on December 31 at Petco Park in San Diego. For 2023 , Dance Astronaut predicts another successful year for Azzeka, especially as she plans to expand the all-female Dirty Disco to cities around the world.
Lyrics by Zak Salafia
Nikademis has slowly but surely become one of the most popular bass makers in the scene. In 2021, the New York-based talent released an official remix featuring a trio of tracks from longtime fan ILLENIUM and Lowley. And a strong collaboration with Pony on Kaizo Welcome Records. His previously mentioned collaboration with ILLENIUM and Sasha Alex Sloan's "You and I" was the 2021 Artist of the Year collection (ILLENIUM). The 23-year-old has caught the eye of WE ARE FURY (whom he collaborates with), Blanke, Big Gigantic, and more. Friendzone, which already has more than 2 million Spotify streams, and its collaboration with Candace Sosa will further influence its catalog. His music has also been featured on SiriusXM BPM while receiving editorial support from Spotify and Apple.
Nikademis closed out the year with the first release of Insomniac's Lost In Dreams alongside Noll and Josh Rubin. Expect 2023 to be an even bigger year for emerging talent as Nikademis continues to be sought after by the dance music industry's most respected labels and artists.
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A spot on Centio's playlist with STMPD Chief RCRDS takes everyone to an artist appearance destination. But Vlular was already on its way to that level before Martin Garrix's "reboot" last April. Although the Dutch soul released Originals in early 2018, Vlaar first appeared on our radar in late 2020 when Garrix Called - Vlaar's collaboration with Seth Hills and Lucas Ariel - was one of the 10 most visited and requested for his digital ID. Tomorrowland was developed in the new year. Vluarr created a unique house bass sound with cello influences in a classically trained context (he learned to play the instrument growing up) and became a regular at STMPD RCRD after discovering the bell.
In 2022, Garikh took Vluarr forward with this couple ahead of Vluarr's first shows at Tomorrowland – where he played a solo weekend together and a weekend with Seth Hills in week three – and a support concert with Ushuaia Ibiza. eponymous label. The series includes six quality originals featuring Brooks and Jay Mason. At just 24 years old, Vluar is doing his best to promote house music at STMPD RCRDS.
Lyrics by Zak Salafia
By 2023, TSU NAMI should be on listeners' radar, if not as an artist. His Spotify portfolio only includes a handful of tracks released before 2022 - including a collaboration with the artist on 2022's STAR SEED ("Ultraviolet") - but it was certainly a breakthrough for the LA-based American artist. .
He closes the year on December 13 with dance astronaut Supernova RUNN on Deadmau5's mau5trap label. "When I Fall" is taken from TSU NAMI's five-track debut EP, Ethereal (bitbird), along with "Colors" (Anjunabeats) and "bb u ok?" official remixes for. He is followed by Mat Zo and OLAN. In Sanholo. As part of the eponymous deluxe album.
On the live circuit, TSU NAMI has become a sought-after commodity for promoters around the world. He has performed at Brownie and Lemon events in Los Angeles and ISOxo's NIGHTREALM finale at the Fonda Theater. He is also lined up to play HiJinx in Philadelphia and OMFG! NYE in San Diego will open for ILLENIUM later this year and 2023 at The Gorge.
Lyrics by Alex Lambeau
Klangkunstler are probably the fastest growing German techno artists in recent years. Klangkuenstler, the king behind the decks and probably the most famous performer at the famous Buttshaus nightclub in Cologne, has proven exactly why he's at the forefront of hard techno in 2022. Klangkuenstler's hard-hitting techno crushed thousands of runners Germans during the 8 hour race at the Boothaus. His high-energy set went viral on Klangkunstler's Instagram and quickly catapulted his name into headlines around the world. Not many artists can follow Klangkunstler's almost exotic technical cuts.
Klangkunstler's approach to techno reached new dimensions hitherto unexplored in the genre. In his version of BICEP's single "Glue", the German DJ plays one of the hottest tracks in dance music with a powerful and heavy bassline. Weaving sweet, cool sounds into powerful dance music is a great skill. It remains to be seen whether Klangkunstler, who has yet to play many shows in the United States, will move to North America in 2023.
Lyrics by Zak Salafia
DRYDEN, one of the hottest musical talents in the hotbeds of Las Vegas dance music, is the new nickname for Dryden Brown, who previously released music under the moniker Lemay. DRYDEN recently released their first official release with the Starter Pack Volume 1, available via SoundCloud a few minutes ago . The four-track set features modern interpretations of classics like Nelly Furtado's "Thank You."
In DRYDEN's music, the bass highlights the organic sonorities of the guitar. In an exclusive interview, he spoke to Dance Astronaut about his musical inspirations, including 80s music legends like Michael Jackson and Earth, Wind and Fire. This retro influence is combined with a relatively modern flair, carried by DRYDEN's signature voice and acclaimed producer Ian Kirkpatrick. But whatever his motivation, at the end of the day, DRYDEN's music is unabashedly true and reflects who he is as an artist. "I want to build my world and tell my story," he admits. Dance astronaut DRYDEN can't wait to see the soundscape he's building as an artist in 2023.
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"big tunes and huge rhythms"
Prior to July 2022, it was impossible to describe Volaris' approach to house music, as the British duo were yet to be officially announced. but her Armada-backed debut with Night Lalaps and Nathan Nicholson was all John Smith needed to hear before she was the first artist with him on new label Off The Grid Records. As everyone knows, when an anonymous ID makes the Dance Astronaut Artist of the Year 2021 playlist, hundreds of tweets calling for his release are sure to follow. That's what happened after hearing the video singing "Slow Motion" live from Ushuaïa Ibiza. The old identity has been the link in the groups at the top to this day. Since then, Volaris has expanded their debut lineup to five, with Tygar, Take Me Under, and Purple Skies each following a Valaris Off The Grid performance. Two-year Spotify package data proves that some artists have made more in six months than in their lifetime. And with 2022 coming to an end, it goes without saying that Volaris are gearing up to kick off the new year with full steam as they are currently teasing an announcement for their big show, "absolutely massive artists" and some remixes. A busy release schedule to mark the first anniversary of its official founding.
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Kevin de Vries has definitely established themselves as one of the most dynamic bands in techno music. Outside of Anyma, De Vries moved on to another label, Adam Beers' Drum Code, in addition to producing the greatest song from the afterlife ("Dance With Me"). "Dance with Me", performed with an excerpt, was one of the most played techno songs of 2022, especially in Ibiza, where it was named song of the year by Hï Ibiza. The opportunity to have one of the most exciting basslines to hear in modern melodic techno production helped this tour both in and out of the Isle of Wight. With that in mind, it's no surprise that "Dance With" has been featured in various works, including John Smith, Catcher, and Tales of Us. Avantgarde for Mind Control with a greater emphasis on heavy techno drums, Drum Code is out November 11th.
While de Vries isn't exactly a new producer on the scene, he's been popping up on marquee shows and big shows lately. On January 1, he sets sail for the Pacific Ocean for his first appearance at the CRSSD Real Music Festival. De Vries is an artist to check out not only on January 1, but also in 2023 for his efforts to educate American dance/electronic listeners on melodic techno.
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The man with the motto "waves of melody, waves of harmony" failed to see early success in 2022. Bear Gryllz's longstanding legacy and growing catalog herald two collaborations with Bear Gryllz, which will , according to him, is one of electronic dance music's greatest mentors. In between is "Float" by Meg and Dia, which has racked up over a million streams on Spotify since its premiere on Dance Astronaut in January.
While receiving live and radio broadcasts from ILLENIUM and EXCUSSION, Stryer received support from major labels such as Subsidia Records and Lowly, as well as Rude Service. Adding further notoriety to his growing profile, the Denver-based producer just released his first show at Red Rocks Amphitheater in his home state of Colorado, where he recently backed Bear Grylls and DJ Diesel. Given the growing reach across all sectors of the music industry, Strier is well positioned to continue its eponymous campaign into 2023.
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Villa combines melodic trap and hardwave to create a unique style. She was recently featured on Sable Valley Summer Volume 3 with Juku on “พัวว” produced by “void” and also released several new IDs as part of her SoundCloud mix series released on BLAQ VOID. straight ahead, VILLA recently signed with booking agency United Talent Agency in a move that is sure to land more dates in 2023 and beyond. Fans should keep an eye on VLA for more lineups and jump at the chance to see their trap brand live, especially with the recent surge in interest in the trap that is Throkitje, fueled by many new artists like ISOxo. 2. Although Villa recently moved to Los Angeles, she is already making an impact on the scene. Ажо примтон "Шуму музике те ре" что до часть, дук перфшир нже "dy пежав те плання" para fundit і No matter how public the music is, you don't want to dance .
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Fjale nga Cameron DeFaria
ቪቲን 2022 u PubliKua Ep-Ja debtue እና ፕሮዲውቲት ቴክኖ ቴክኖ ቡርኮ ፣ ፣ እና እና ሲላ ኡል ነ ጄሪይት ንፔርምጄት ኪኖ መንደር።።።።።።።።።።።።።።።።።።።።።።።።።።።። Që atëherë, DJ-i i "shtëpisë mesjetare" ka pasur kuvertë në një bollëk vendesh dhe festivalesh muzikore me famë, duke përfshirë Festivalin e San Diegos Beach House, Festivalin e Love Machine, klubin ikonik Spin Nightclub dhe madje edhe EDC Las Vegas. Së fundmi, talenti në zhvillim bashkoi forcat me askënd tjetër përveç Autograf, plus kantautorin gjerman Malou, për një përpjekje të përbashkët elektrizuese, "Vertigo", e lëshuar përmes Armada Music në nëntor.
Duke parë përpara, Burko po planifikon të dërgojë një varg rekordesh së bashku me veteranin e vallëzimit të Dublinit, Sian; Aktualisht dy DJ-të janë duke përgatitur një sërë shfaqjesh të faturuara “Sian & Burko” për vitin e ri. Pasi ka marrë vlerësime mbresëlënëse në vitin 2022 nga artistë të respektuar dhe botime muzikore, duke përfshirë mbështetjen nga listat e luajtjes "Operator" dhe "Fresh Finds" të Spotify, trajektorja e Burkos nuk duhet të anashkalohet ndërsa ai përgatitet për të bërë hapa përcaktues të careers born 2023.
Fjale nga Rachel Narozniak
Megjithëse producentja estoneze Dino Shadix përqafon imazhet me temën e dinosaurëve si në titullin e projektit të saj artistik, ashtu edhe në EP-në e saj "Disiple Round Table" të shpërndarë nga Lil T-Rex , nuk ka asgjë parahistorike në talentin e saj. Veshi i mprehtë i Shadix-it për tingujt dubstep, riddim dhe bas mbështetet nga një sërë shenjash të rëndësishme të etiketës. Përpara vendosjes së paketës me pesë Lil T-Rex në Disiple Round Table, Dino Shadix u shfaq në përmbledhjen Advent Volume 5 të Ophelia Records (me "MAD HEADBANG" me MADGRRL, 2022), Dusk Vol nga Subsidia Records. 3 përmbledhje (me "Hydra", 2021) dhe Disiple Round Table, ku ajo debutoi me "Gloom" (2021). Këto standarde janë ndërtuar mbi triumfin e Shadix-it në një konkurs remix të organizuar nga Viper Recordings në 2019 dhe, për ta thënë qartë, tregojnë për ngjitjen e saj të qartë në spektrin e basit. Mbështetur nga dizajni origjinal, shpikës i tingullit, sa i freskët dhe i valëzuar, gjurma dubstep e Dino Shadix do të vazhdojë të zgjerohet vetëm në vitin 2023 - kini parasysh jo më vonë, por tani.
Fjale nga Ross Goldenberg
"Historia do të fillojë nesër."
Pikërisht dy vite më parë, bota e muzikës së kërcimit mësoi emrin Grigoré. Në kohën që pasoi, producenti rus është shpalosur në një nga emrat më të ndritur në një listë të thellë të talentit "Kjo kurrë nuk ka ndodhur" që komandon në mënyrë të prerë hapësirën e shtëpisë melodike. Me katër EP-të "This Never Happened" tashmë në meritë të tij - Illusion , At The Edge Of The World , Nautilus dhe shtimi i tij i nëntorit It's All Fiction - Grigoré shpejt u ngrit në statusin e preferuar të fansave në label, duke u shfaqur në mënyrë rutinore në mikstet sezonale të Lane 8 dhe listat e shfaqjeve pa kamera. Ai ka dhënë gjithashtu një bollëk muzike jashtë "Kjo nuk ka ndodhur kurrë", duke rritur një katalog të mbushur me shijen e tij tekno-ngjyrëshe të shtëpisë melodike. 2022 appeared to be year that Grigoré truly came into his own, with a total of 18 tracks cashed in across a range of EPs, one-off outings, remixes—including ones for Le Youth and OCULA—and a slot on the This Never Happened boss Reviver Remixed package just a week before his recognition as a Dancing Astronaut Artist to Watch in 2023. With support now growing beyond the This Never Happened nest to include artists like CamelPhat, Yotto, and even David Guetta, there's no reason to believe that Grigoré couldn't take the gradual next step toward the full-time touring arena in 2023.
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San Diego-based electronic dance music producer Ren Carter has an ear for sound.
Characterized by ostensibly integrated samples of natural elements and syrupy, humanizing vocals interspersed among rhythmic bass lines, the 22-year-old talent's growing discography is one to watch closely heading into 2023.
Carter originally gained notoriety online with his song “Frog,” a single that he created by sampling a TikTok of a frog croaking and building a highly-engaging, bouncy house soundscape around it. Although he continues to carve his own uniquely-flavored niche when it comes to dance music production, Carter is also notorious for his remixes. Often found blending raucous trap beats with deep, resounding tech house and drum 'n' bass elements, Carter and his song selections reflect his music style to be as winding and fluid as it is adventurous.
He documents his journey through the music industry and his daily life in a weekly vlog, taking fans along for the development of more viral dance tracks. Listeners can follow along to watch his evolution in real time amid his steady ascension in dance circles.
Words by Alex Lambeau
Although Goom Gum might be relatively unfamiliar to the American crowd, their songs have been played out across the world's biggest stages. At Ultra Miami 2022, Tale of Us headlined the Resistance Megastructure stage, where they manned what would become one of the most-talked-about performances of the week. One of the set's brightest highlights was Tale of Us' inclusion of an unknown ID that later turned out to be Goom Gum's and Stylo's “Tempter.” Arguably one of the most upbeat and energetic tracks of the performance, the ID led thousands of attendees into an uproar at the revelation of its impactful bassline.
When it comes to melodic-techno, many old-school ravers are of the opinion that this compound of “melodic” and “techno” doesn't make sense, on the basis that euphoric melodies don't fit within techno sound. While stripped-back trance (commonly used as a synonym for this melodic-techno style) could be an appropriate definition for this in-demand sound, this new Afterlife-supported style of music invokes beautiful melodies and common techno drums that would justify its classification as “melodic-techno.” Goom Gum have one of the most unique sounds within this genre and tend to lean toward the trance side of this type of sound. With their emphasis on chord progressions and heavy continuous basslines, Goom Gum are able to weave the Afterlife sound into their own upbeat, booming melodies, making for a kinetic take that's current and uniquely their own.
The Russian DJs are unsurprisingly primed for a massive 2023, and while they've yet to put out a release on the Afterlife label, their highly-anticipated ID with Argy, “Pantheon,” premiered at Tale of Us' Printworks show. Choir-like vocal roll over the ID's progressive synths, creating an entrancing atmosphere. Having already released more than 10 singles in 2022, Goom Gum are sure to be heard on the biggest stages in 2023.
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