Legendary dance music artists Steve Aoki & Armin van Buuren team up to deliver a gripping collaboration filled with energy titled, “Music Means Love Forever” which is available to stream/download now via Armada Music.
Steve Aoki & Armin van Buuren – Music Means Love Forever
With an irresistible melody, “Music Means Love Forever” is an explosion of sound that showcases both Aoki and van Buuren’s unique production styles. Merging big room electro with progressive and a hint of trance, the track’s emphatic robotic hook over a sing-songy rhythm, make it easy to clap and sing along to. The single then erupts at its break into a main stage festival anthem that is sure to cause a frenzy on any dancefloor around the world.
“I’m so excited to share this new track Armin van Buuren & I collaborated on together, ‘Music Means Love Forever.’ It’s a song celebrating dance music and all of the emotions that come with experiencing it. We played it out live together at Electric Love Festival this summer in a true celebration getting the chance to dance together once again.”
Steve Aoki
“After remixing each other’s tracks, Steve and I thought it’d be a great idea to join forces in the studio. I am a great admirer of Steve and I’m loving our brand-new collab. The title is pretty self-explanatory; music is a universal language and a language of love to many people as well. I can’t wait for everyone to make memories to this track!”
Armin van Buuren
This track marks the first collaboration between two-time Grammy-nominated artist Steve Aoki and legendary trance icon Armin van Buuren.
Opening with delicate piano melodies accompanied by a hair-raising vocal courtesy of Davina Michelle, “Hold On” is an enchanting new crossover single with a dance beat and pop influences. Showcasing hopeful lyrics at its forefront that deliver a message of perseverance and strength, the track shimmers with uplifting chord progressions to make it feel like anything is possible.
“About two-and-a-half years ago, when we released ‘Hoe Het Danst’ together with Marco Borsato, I couldn’t help but shout from the rooftops how much I loved Davina’s vocal performance. So naturally, it was a no-brainer to get together with her for a second time to write this song. I am beyond proud of the result; hearing your own lyrics has always been special to me, let alone when they’re sung to perfection.”
Armin van Buuren
“I’m really proud of our new single. I’m still buzzing from the fact that I got to hit the studio with someone so musically gifted as Armin to create a powerful song that reflects who we are as musicians. I’m also very honored he asked me to accompany him at his biggest-ever European solo show in Romania.”
Davina Michelle
This track follows their 2019 single ‘Hoe Het Danst’ alongside distinguished Dutch singer Marco Borsato and an unannounced performance at the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Zandvoort.
Summer is rapidly on the outskirts and even though it was not nearly quite back-to-normal, the dance music community was grateful for its valiant attempt at normalcy around the world.
Over Labor Day Weekend Electric Zoo, New York City’s only dance music festival, successfully took place and featured a massive lineup of artists that included Tiesto, Fisher, Galantis, Steve Aoki, KSHMR, Kaskade, Alesso, Cosmic Gate, among numerous others. The festival was accompanied by a number of pre and after parties at Avant Gardner’s one and only Brooklyn Mirage.
The following is a list of the top EDM releases from August 2021 based on support by some of the most esteemed artists and labels in the dance music industry.
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All star dance music duo Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano dish their newest forthcoming album single, “Without Ya” featuring Olivia Sebastianelli, which is available to stream via SONO / Armada Music.
Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano – Without Ya
Opening with an infectious vocal courtesy of British based songstress Olivia Sebastianelli, “Without Ya” is a pulsating four-on-the-floor dance release with intoxicating energy. Captivating with an alluring baseline, the track’s enveloping lyrics deliver a message of breaking free from a toxic relationship.
“Without Ya” marks the duo’s second forthcoming album release that will sit alongside their recent tribal single “Amanzi” (with Heavy-L and Just Bheki). It also shortly follows their fiery sun-kissed anthem “Summer Thing” with Dragonette, Cat Dealers and Bruno Martini.
House music duo Sunenry James & Ryan Marciano are household names in the dance music industry. With a career spanning over two decades, they have reached international stardom with the hit singles, “Savages” which has accumulated over 19 million streams on Spotify, “Life After You” and recent addition “Summer Thing” while cultivating their trademark sound via their own SONO imprint and Sexy By Nature radio show and parties. For additional information on the duo, please visit their official website.
Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano – Without Ya – Stream
With a catchy, sunkissed hook, “Anita” is a vibrant universal summer anthem sprinkled with colorful instrumentals and radiating brass instruments. The track’s sultry vocals burn atop a fiery rhythm, making it emphatically easy to clap and chant along to while showcasing the magnanimous talent of both artists.
“I’ve long been a big fan of Timmy’s work. His trumpet performances brought something fresh to the scene, and I always love to see that kind of creativity, especially when you mix in those energetic dance moves. I loved working together with him on this track and I can’t wait to play it live during a sunny festival day somewhere soon. That way, everyone can party like ‘Anita’!”
Armin Van Buuren
“I love collaborating with artists and Armin is an inspiration, someone I’ve looked up to since the very beginning. To be finally working with him on a release of our own is surreal! This is a really fun record and I’m very happy we were able to capture the energy we both bring to the table. Can’t wait to play this one live!”
Timmy Trumpet
The single comes paired with a diorama artwork music video showcasing the upbeat, summer nature of the release.
Electronic dance music duo Loud Luxury release their highly-anticipated six-track EP “Holiday Hills,” which is available to stream/download now via Armada Music.
After steadily teasing fans by releasing a number of catchy dance-pop singles from the EP, “Holiday Hills” finally see its debut featuring a diverse mix of singer/songwriters, producers, and rappers that include Cat Dealers, Drew Love, WAV3POP, Tyler Mann, and Thutmose.
Encompassing the previously released tracks, “Red Handed” with Thutmose, “Wasted” featuring WAV3POP, “Safe With Me” featuring Drew Love, “Mistakes” with Cat Dealers, and the most recent “Lemons” with Tyler Mann, the EP also delivers its new title single, “Holiday Hills.”
“Holiday hills is the place you grew up. It could be anywhere in the world. To us, it represents the idea of order, rules and being told no when you were younger. We think everyone dreams of going back to that place and turning it upside down. This EP is nothing more than our favorite songs, which we feel bring color to the dull, a party to the boring and chaos to the order. The neighbors can definitely hear us.“
Loud Luxury
Andrew Fedyk and Joe De Pace make up the Canadian production duo Loud Luxury. They are known for their worldwide smash hit ‘Body’ (feat. Brando), which has received Platinum status in eight countries around the world.
Venerated electronic music producer Joachim Pastor teams up with vocalist Nathan Nicholson for his final forthcoming album single, “Saint Louis” which is available to stream/download now via Armada Music.
Joachim Pastor – Saint Louis ft. Nathan Nicholson
Opening with an enchanting vocal courtesy of Nathan Nicholson, “Saint Louis” is a gorgeous subdued dance release with soft sentimental instrumentals and a soothing vibe. The track’s calming sonic textures blend perfectly with the release’s delicate lyrics that embody a message of always being there for the person you love.
“To me, ‘Saint Louis’ is one of the most special tracks from the album. Not only is it my favorite king and saint, but I wrote this track for my son. You can hear it in the lyrics, and those were narrated to perfection by Nathan Nicholson. I’m really proud of this track and excited to be releasing it as the final single ahead of my debut album, ‘Greater Message.’”
Joachim Pastor
“Saint Louis” is due to appear off Joachim Pastor’s forthcoming debut album along with other breathtaking 2021 singles that include, “Alaska,” “Something You Need,” and “Kenger.” For additional information on the artist and his upcoming album, please visit his official Facebook Page.
Trance music icon Ferry Corsten revives a timeless dance release with his single, “Lemme Take You” which is available to stream/download now via Armada Music.
Ferry Corsten – Lemme Take You
Reinventing Inner City’s internationally recognized dance anthem, “Good Life,” Ferry Corsten’s new single “Lemme Take You” is a hybrid rejuvenation of the house classic. Remaining true to the original’s catchy hook, the artist injects a range of nostalgic sound elements while adding his own contemporary twist. The track saw its premiere at Tomorrowland’s 2019 festival and now finally emerges in full release form at the most pressing time when live events reopen.
“It is always amazing to see a creation you make just for your sets turn into an official release. I have always loved ‘Good Life’ by Inner City so I’m glad that the original artists granted me permission to use this vocal chop, which is the cherry on top for this record. I hope that this track will bring a lot of joy to many people this summer.”
Ferry Corsten
Ferry Corsten is a Dutch electronic dance music talent who continues to break new ground in the trance sphere and beyond. He has amassed over a million monthly listeners on Spotify and has graced the stages at some of the industry’s most venerable festivals including EDC Las Vegas, Ultra Music Festival, and Tomorrowland. For additional information related to Ferry Corsten, please visit his official website.
Lauded electronic music artists Loud Luxury & Cat Dealers team up on a new summer anthem, ‘Mistakes’ which is available to stream/download now via Armada Music.
Loud Luxury & Cat Dealers – Mistakes
Opening with a catchy, soulful vocal, “Mistakes’ is an infectious dance release that serves up harmonic piano melodies and buoyant beats. Merging the sounds of two of dance music’s most coveted acts, the track is an audacious offering that is sure to envelop the world’s clubs and stages this summer.
“Mistakes is one of our favorites we’ve ever made. After touring in Brazil in 2019, we were inspired to create something that brought the same energy we felt during those shows. After the remix they did for us, linking up with Cat Dealers was the perfect way to bring this sound to life.”
Loud Luxury
“We’ve been following Loud Luxury’s work for a while and we’ve gotten a lot closer since we did the remix for ‘Cold Feet.’ We had been talking a lot about doing a collab and then one day, they sent us the vocals for ‘Mistakes’. We really liked it, so we immediately started working on it. The guys are great, we met them live just now during our USA tour and we even played the song together during one of the gigs. We’re excited to release this track.”
Cat Dealers
“Mistakes” marks the first collaboration between Loud Luxury & Cat Dealers and is due to appear on Loud Luxury’s upcoming “Holiday Hills” EP.
Lauded trance music artist Andrew Rayel joins forces with vocalist AIDYL to deliver a striking new release titled, “River” which is available to stream/download now via Armada Music.
Andrew Rayel feat AIDYL – River
Opening with an infectious fast-paced beat, “River” is a euphoric trance vocal featuring the alluring lyrics of rising songstress AIDYL. Featuring gentle piano notes coupled with a radiant harmony, the track dishes hair-raising synths that catapult the release into an ethereal realm of pulsating delight.
“‘River’ is a record that’s very close to my heart. I’ve been wanting to go back to my Trance roots more, and this song simply has that magical euphoric feeling that gives me goosebumps every time.”
Andrew Rayel
“We wrote ‘River’ after a conversation about how healing water can be, both physically and emotionally. We hope it will be an anthem for people needing to feel the weightlessness and serenity you feel when you float in a river, letting the water wash over you.”
AIDYL
“River” follows a string of captivating releases from Andrew Rayel this year including the official anthem for “Find Your Harmony 250” and the uplifting track “Silver Lining.” For additional information on the artist, please visit his official website.
Opening with a soft-sounding vocal, “Just Sayin’” is a smooth dance-pop release with an infectious hook and upbeat groove. Featuring buoyant rhythms while championing airy lyrics, the track glides with ease that exudes warm summer feels.
“This record started out as a ‘90s sit-in-the-car-and-reminisce track I did with Mila. She and I decided we needed something fresh to mix it up a bit and who better to add to the track than MADDS. The track transformed into a positive feel-good club record that has an amazing meaning, and I feel ‘Just Sayin’’ will be a summer smash thanks to these two amazing woman being on the record!”
MAKJ
“I have always admired MAKJ’s music and being a part of this track has been amazing. It’s one of those house tracks that you can listen to anytime of day; besides the lyrics being relatable, the melody, kick drum and snare are all super clean and not too overpowering, which fits the vibe and overall sound perfectly. I’m happy to be a part of this project and excited for my fans to hear it!”
MADDS
“Sometimes, we gotta be reminded of our crowns and demand what we’re worth. I’m just sayin’.”
Mila Jam
“Just Sayin’” follows MAKJ’s recent summer-laden single “Night Ends.” The artist has put out four tracks thus far on Armada Music including “Green Light” and “Promises” which were released over the span of the past year.
Lauded techno artist Will Sparks releases a hard-hitting five-track EP titled, “Nothing More, Nothing Less,” which is available to stream/download now via Armada Music.
With fast paced rhythms, brazen beats, and alarming soundscapes, “Nothing More, Nothing Less” is a fully immersive techno journey that will leave listeners gasping for air. A stand-out track of the EP is the single, “Close” which features an an array of heavy techno elements that provide a stark contrast to the angelic vocals of Colleen D’Agostino. The EP comes packed and fully loaded to the brim ready to explode onto dance floors at peak velocity.
“This body of work started at the beginning of COVID. I was finally able to have a routine and work In the studio daily. It inspired me to think outside the box: to change my sound while sticking to my roots. I’ve always valued authentic, hard-hitting, and driving music that lifts you up and gives you a sense of euphoria, so I challenged myself to design sounds and come up with certain techniques that have never been done before. Exploring these sounds was such a release for me. It gave me a purpose and belief that my sound was continuing to evolve.”
Will Sparks
Known as the pioneer of the “Melbourne Bounce” genre, Will Sparks is a double Platinum producer who has collaborated with the likes of Steve Aoki, W&W, Timmy Trumpet, and more. The artist can be found performing at the world’s most venerable events including Ultra Music Festival, Creamfields and Tomorrowland and has amassed an impressive 2.8 million monthly listeners on Spotify only.
Electronic music talent Joachim Pastor announces the release of a brand-new melodic single titled, “Kenger” which is available to stream/download now via Armada Music.
Joachim Pastor – Kenger
Opening with a range of ethereal sonic textures, “Kenger” is a beautifully crafted single that bridges minimalist elements with melodic soundscapes. Merging vocal splices with unraveling bass tones, the track’s hair-raising synths leave the listener feeling as if in a magical realm of sheer bliss.
“I produced this track a long time ago for a special live with Cercle alongside friend and fellow artist NTO. I really wanted to make something hypnotic with an almost mechanical melody, and ended up contrasting the repetitions with a big lead exploding mid-track.”
Joachim Pastor
This track follows the artist’s recent rework of Signum’s 1998 classic “What Ya Got 4 Me” titled, “Something You Need” and follows his early 2021 standout single, “Alaska.” All three tracks heighten the anticipation of his forthcoming debut album which is expected to come in the near future.
Joachim Pastor is a French electronic music artist who is able to capture emotions in sonic form. The artist has been endorsed by hundreds of thousands of fans on Spotify alone and can be found performing at world-renowned events including Dour, Tomorrowland, Paleo, Olympia, Solidays, DGTL, Pleinvrees, and more.
Platinum-selling electronic music duo Loud Luxury announces the release of an upbeat anthemic single, “Wasted” featuring WAV3POP, which is available to stream/download now via Armada Music.
Loud Luxury feat. WAV3POP – Wasted
Opening with an infectious vocal, “Wasted” is a sensational summer dance single with pop sensibilities. The track, which was formed with up-and-coming L.A.-based act WAV3POP, has been fine-tuned with a catchy hook and a feel-good vibe perfect for the sun-kissed season. Irresistibly infectious, the track follows Loud Luxury’s recent releases “Red Handed” featuring Thutmose and a rework of global hit “Turning Me Up (Hadal Ahbek).”
“This song is so special to us. We still think about the goosebumps we got in the studio that day working with WAV3POP. As the world reopens and the party starts, we hope ‘Wasted’ will be the soundtrack to making up for lost time.”
Loud Luxury
“This song takes us back to one of those party scenes in an old ‘90s movie when the actor takes a shot of whiskey, looks across the room, and locks eyes with an absolutely stunning girl. ‘Wasted’ is the epitome of that moment because it’s about two people vibing so hard with each other they don’t know if it’s real or just the liquor. The crazy thing about it is that it could very well be love and if it is, who would want to waste that?”
WAV3POP
Canadian duo Andrew Fedyk and Joe De Pace make up the electronic music pair Loud Luxury. They are internationally recognized for their worldwide smash “Body” (feat. Brando), which is officially certified Diamond (10x Platinum) in Canada and reigns Platinum status in multiple countries around the world. For additional information on Loud Luxury, please visit their official Facebook Page.
Electronic music talent ARTY unveils an uplifting new single titled, “Fight For” which is available to stream/download now via Armada Music.
ARTY – Fight For
Opening with a soft piano melody and an evocative vocal, “Fight For” is an emotionally charged dance release set to empower listeners all over the world. Featuring acoustic guitar riffs coupled with harmonic chord progressions, the release soars with cinematic synths and a message to fight for love.
“Fight For” is one of the songs that takes you a day or two to make a version to test out in your live shows, but it takes forever to get it done and ready for the release. Since day one, I imagined this song as a tribute to the strong, fighting spirits that exist in all of us. Despite all the challenges life has assembled for us, even in the moments when we’re ready to give up, we somehow manage to find the deep inner strength that helps us to push through. And even if this isn’t enough, there will be someone’s hand we can grab and hold on to, because we’re not alone.”
ARTY
“Fight For” marks the artist’s third single of 2021 and follows the artist’s love-induced release, “One Night Away” last month and January’s “Take Your Time.” “One Night Away” became one of EDMunplugged’s Best EDM Tracks of June 2021. To check out the entire list, please visit here.
