Galantis, David Guetta & Little Mix – Heartbreak Anthem (Clean Bandit Remix)
Further perpetuating the track’s upbeat rhythm, Clean Bandit’s remix for “Heartbreak Anthem” is a dance-floor focused pop-infused version that takes the original release to new heights. Showcasing beaming chord progressions and cutting bass lines, the track projects riveting energy from start to finish.
“Heartbreak Anthem” has already amassed over 165 million streams worldwide with over 24 million video views on YouTube and spent 10 weeks on the Billboard Global 200 chart. The single also currently holds the number two position on both the overall UK Radio chart and US Dance Radio chart (having already reached #1 on the former). The track also became EDMunplugged’s “Track Of The Month” upon its release back in May.
To coincide with the original release, “Heartbreak Anthem” was paired with a stunning music video showcasing the captivating harmonies of songstresses Little Mix. Directed by Samuel Douek, the visual artist also teamed up with the girl group for their illuminating visualizer for “Confetti” as well. For additional information on Clean Bandit, please visit their official website.
Dance music duo Galantis teams up with distinguished producer David Guetta and pop superstars Little Mix on a stunning new release, “Heartbreak Anthem,” which is available to stream/download now via Big Beat Records.
Galantis, David Guetta & Little Mix – Heartbreak Anthem
Opening with the astounding vocal talent of Little Mix, “Heartbreak Anthem” is an emotively catchy slice of dance-pop perfection. The track’s buoyant beats are paired flawlessly with a range of colorful elements courtesy of the star-studded sounds of Galantis and David Guetta. Featuring uplifting piano chords and inspiring lyrics, the track delivers a resilient message amidst a breakup that it is not a “heartbreak anthem.”
“We’ve been working on ‘Heartbreak Anthem’ for over a year now! It started with just the chord progression at a studio in London right before the pandemic. As many collaborations have gone in these times, it was a remote work in progress for months, with stems sent back and forth from London to Los Angeles to Stockholm to Paris. We’d been talking with David about working together for a long time, and having Little Mix and their unique, strong vocals has made this one really special. Feels great to finally get this out into the world!”
Christian Karlsson (Galantis)
To correlate with the release, “Heartbreak Anthem” is paired with a stunning music video showcasing the captivating harmonies of songstresses Little Mix. Directed by Samuel Douek, the visual artist also teamed up with the girl group for their buzzing visualizer “Confetti” just last month.
Multi-platinum electronic music trio Cash Cash released their highly anticipated new album Say it Like You Feel It which is available to stream/download now via Big Beat Records.
Cash Cash – Say It Like You Feel It
Encompassing a stunning mix of 18-tracks, Say It Like You Feel It is a sonic exploration comprised of upbeat harmonies, spritely piano chords, and inspiring emotion. Featuring the previously released fan favorites, Too Late” [feat. Lukas Graham & Wiz Khalifa], and the recent release of “Ride Or Die” [feat. Phoebe Ryan], the album includes sixteen other never-before-heard tracks with the notable release “42” receiving a music video treatment as well.
Packed with an eclectic range of diverse collaborations, the album features the likes of Wiz Khalifa, Dashboard Confessional, and vocals by Georgia Ku and Harloe to name a few. The album’s lyrics traverse a range of topics that span from memories and lessons to experiences making it universally relatable. With futuristic dance-pop vibes and raw, feel-good emotion, the album provides the perfect escape to capture uplifting waves of energy.
“All of these songs were made as shared experiences a lot of people can relate to. It’s been so long we can’t wait to share these songs with everyone. Don’t worry about what’s going on in the world for an hour. Sit back and listen.”
Samuel from Cash Cash
“We try to be an escape from reality for people. You can listen to the music and enjoy the songs. If there’s an emotion we can convey to help you get through something, that’s the goal. Music is all about healing. For as much as our music may help fans, it’s the same for us. Playing shows helped me get through the hardest times in my life.”
JP from Cash Cash
Brothers Jean Paul (JP) Makhlouf and Alex Makhlouf along with life-long friend Samuel Frisch make up the electronic dance music trio Cash Cash. Together they are three DJs/producers and multi-instrumentalists who have seen success with a plethora of singles that include the RIAA-certified Gold, “Finest Hour” (feat. Abir), and their Top 10 AC radio hit with P!NK called “Can We Pretend.” For additional information on Cash Cash, please visit their official website.
Groundbreaking producer Whethan unleashed a brand new, genre-bending single, “Warning Signs” (feat. Kevin George) that is available to stream/download now via Big Beat Records.
Whethan – Warning Signs (feat. Kevin George)
Featuring the spitfire lyrics of hip-hop/R&B sensation Kevin George, “Warning Signs” is a hip-hop-infused dance release with a fast-paced, catchy vibe. The synth-heavy track slows down at the chorus as it knocks into an urban beat that effortlessly transforms the track’s flow into a groove. With a cutting-edge and a true one-of-a-kind sound, “Warning Signs” is a pure mind-bending Whethan production.
“This song makes me feel like I’m playing cyberpunk and that’s really cool.”
Whethan
“This the song of the summer.”
Kevin George
This announcement follows the release of Whethan’s Fantasy: Remixed compilation album, which included a diverse array of talented producers to provide re-works of his original Fantasy album. The 11-track compilation featured the likes of Flux Pavilion, Tchami, NGHTMRE, Midnight Kids, Biicla, and many others with four remixes fans had never heard before.
The artist’s debut album, Fantasy, was hailed by critics and fans alike and featured an array of chart-topping artists including Oliver Tree, Chrome Sparks, Jaymes Young, Grouplove, The Wombats, The Knocks, Mr Gabriel, The Front Bottoms, and RL Grime, making him one of the most in-demand acts in the industry.
Multi-platinum electronic music trio Cash Cash announce a forthcoming new album Say it Like You Feel It with its first single “Ride Or Die” ft. Pheobe Ryan out now via Big Beat Records.
Cash Cash – Ride Or Die
Opening with a glistening vocal from Phoebe Ryan, “Ride Or Die” is a free-spirited dance-pop track with all of the markings of a hit release. Featuring a catchy hook with uplifting chords, the upbeat single delivers an inspiring message to embrace the highs and lows of life with that special someone.
Providing a sneak-peak at what to expect with their upcoming album Say It Like You Feel It, the track will sit alongside 17 other notable tracks on the album with monstrous collaborations from the likes of Wiz Khalifa & Lukas Graham, Dashboard Confessional, Georgia Ku, and Harloe to name a few.
“All of these songs were made as shared experiences a lot of people can relate to. It’s been so long we can’t wait to share these songs with everyone. Don’t worry about what’s going on in the world for an hour. Sit back and listen.” Samuel from Cash Cash on their new album
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Producer Joseph Ray, one-third of the Grammy-award winning trio NERO, released a brand new techno single, “300 Below” which is available to stream/download via Big Beat Records.
Joseph Ray – 300 Below
Opening with a pulsating beat, “300 Below” is a seven-minute sonic journey with atmospheric builds that crash into beat drops. Evoking an ominous feel, the track hints at something brooding is yet to come with a crescendo of sounds that mesmerize from start to finish.
“300 Below” presents a hint of what to expect from Joseph Ray’s forthcoming solo EP due out later this year. The artist made his solo debut in 2019 with the double single, “Room 1.5 / Chem-EX” on Above & Beyond‘s Anjunadeep imprint.
To accompany the single, the track is paired perfectly with a kaleidoscopic visualizer to portray the hypnotic nature of the release. Created by Strangeloop Studios, the visual artist is a favorite among high-profile artists including Skrillex, Flying Lotus, Amon Tobin, EARTHGANG, Dog Blood, and more.
Joseph Ray is the co-founder of the electronic dance music trio NERO who rose to stardom in 2006 after releasing their drum n’ bass EP “Requiem.” The group garnered early support from influential DJs including Diplo, Chase & Status, Skream, and Tiësto and released two studio albums and countless singles and remixes. They received a Grammy Award in 2013 for their remix of “Promises” with Skrillex and have been nominated and won awards at numerous other ceremonies.
Spring has sprung! The seasons are changing and so are a lot of festival dates for 2021! This month was packed with tons of live music announcements for the coming months ahead, so let’s get our vaccines, and keep our fingers crossed for the rest of the year!
However, it wasn’t all bad news in March. Amsterdam Dance Event announced in-person dates for October 2021 and Tomorrowland revealed its winter edition of the festival will return to France in 2022.
In award show news, Kaytranada swept the dance music categories at the 2021 Grammy Awards for the single “10%” ft. Kali Uchi and his soulful LP, BUBBA. Adding to the Grammy announcements was notable dance music talent Imanbek who received the Grammy for Best Remixed Recording for his rendition of Saint JHN’s “Roses.”
In terms of new music, March saw a number of notable releases coming our way from Spinnin Records, Big Beat Records, and Hexagon. Among the standout releases, March’s Track of The Month comes from none other than Don Diablo who released, “Problems” with JLV featuring John K on his notable Hexagon imprint.
Please see below for the complete list of the Best EDM Tracks of March 2021 based on support by some of the most esteemed artists and labels in the dance music industry.
That finalizes our list of the best EDM tracks of March 2021. Be sure to check back at the end of each month for our monthly round-up of news featuring the best in dance music.
Grammy-nominated music artist Elderbrook returns with a brand-new single ‘Body’ which is available to stream/download via Big Beat Records.
Elderbrook – Body
Produced by fellow electronic music act CamelPhat, “Body” marks the reunion of the two esteemed music artists since their Grammy-nominated 2017 collaboration “Cola.” Opening with harmonic chord progressions, the track is a grooving dance release that allows Elderbrook’s vocals to soar. Featuring hypnotic soundscapes with alluring elements, the single’s melodic vibes make it an irresistible single for spring.
To accompany the release, the official music video for the single features melting 3D animations with the picturesque cityscape of Seoul, Korea as its backdrop. Cleverly crafted, the visual is a mesmerizing visual of sonic interpretation.
“Body” is Elderbrook’s first release of 2021 and follows his much-acclaimed debut album, Why Do We Shake In The Cold? accumulating over 200 million combined streams to date.
Alexander Kotz, known artistically as Elderbrook, is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, and singer/songwriter who has explored an array of diverse genres. Over the span of his career, he has worked with the likes of Diplo, Rudimental, CamelPhat while gaining Grammy and Ivor Novello nominations in the process. Most recently, he collaborated with Black Coffee, Tourist, Jimmy Napes, ODESZA, and George Fitzgerald on forthcoming tracks due out later this year. For additional information on Elderbrook, please visit his official Facebook Page.
Dance music mogul Steve Aoki teams-up with pop superstar Kiiara and Grammy-nominated recording artist Wiz Kahlifa to reimagine a Matchbox Twenty hit with the new single “Used To Be” available to stream/download via Big Beat Records.
Steve Aoki & Kiiara – Used To Be (feat. Wiz Khalifa)
Featuring the dazzling vocals of Kiiara paired with the hip-hop spitting lyrics of Wiz Khalifa, “Used To Be” transforms Matchbox Twenty’s sensational hit “Unwell” into a star-studded genre-defying collaboration. Steve Aoki showcases his boundary-crossing ability by seamlessly modifying the original into a perfectly crafted melodic dance-pop production. With familiar lyrics declaring, ”I’m not crazy, I’m just a little unwell,” audiences will be able to sing-along to the revival of the timeless classic.
Directed by Noah Sterling and animated by Dreambear, the track’s accompanying music video sees Steve Aoki, Kiiara, and Wiz Khalifa join together to free a galactic city from an evil villain. With neon-animation and a compelling superhero theme, the video becomes a fun-loving way to depict the track’s release. Noah Sterling is also known for working with lauded acts Doja Cat, The White Stripes, ZAYN, John Legend.
Steve Aoki is one of the most recognized figures in dance music. He is a two-time Grammy-nominated artist who is the founder of the lauded recording label Dim Mak and has been involved with all kinds of creative projects that span from fashion to artwork. His cross-genre discography includes seven studio albums and noteworthy collaborations that have accumulated over three billion music streams and counting. He has become one most in-demand live performance acts in the world with mainstage appearances at Tomorrowland, Ultra Music Festival, EDC Las Vegas, and MDLBeast to name a few. For additional information on Steve Aoki, please visit his official website.
Diamond certified, DJ-duo Loud Luxury teams-up with rising DJs Ship Wrek, to release a brand-new single “Amnesia” featuring GASHI, which is available to stream/download via Big Beat Records.
Loud Luxury & Ship Wrek – Amnesia ft. GASHI
In true Loud Luxury fashion, “Amnesia” is an upbeat, catchy release that is made for both the dance floor and radio airwaves. The track features captivating auto-tuned vocals with uplifting melodies to transport listeners to sheer sonic bliss.
“We both used to play in bands when we were younger so it was awesome returning to our roots and working on something that had that type of energy. We’ve been big fans of Ship Wrek, playing out tons of their tracks on tour, and felt like it was a matter of time before doing something together. Once we got to know GASHI, it was the icing on the cake. He complimented this song perfectly and we’re super stoked that it’s yours to enjoy.”
Loud Luxury
“We started this record around the time everything shut down because of COVID. Around the same period, we met the Loud Luxury guys and started talking about working together. We all wanted to try something kind of outside the box and decided to work on ‘Amnesia.’ We’ve been really inspired by what the punk/alternative scene has been doing right now and on this record, we wanted to merge two worlds together to create a harsher electronic sound. Since none of us were touring we had time to hang out and really focus on it. We’re all very proud of this record and can’t wait for the world to hear it.”Ship Wrek
Andrew Fedyk and Joe De Pace are more commonly known as the Canadian duo Loud Luxury. Their worldwide smash-hit “Body” (feat. Brando) has been declared certified platinum in 10 countries and held the #1 spot in the U.S. Mediabase Dance Airplay chart for two weeks. Earlier this year, the duo earned three JUNO Awards nominations for “Dance Recording Of The Year,” “Fan Choice Award,” and “Group Of The Year.” For additional information on Loud Luxury, please visit their official website.
EDM trio Cash Cash teams-up with hip-hop icon Wiz Khalifa and vocalist Lukas Graham in an uplifting release, “Too Late” which is currently available to stream/download via Big Beat Records.
Cash Cash – Too Late (feat. Wiz Khalifa & Lukas Graham)
Opening with inspiring lyrics by Grammy-nominated vocalist Lukas Graham, the star-studded release transcends genres by merging dance music with hip-hop as Wiz Khalifa lends his iconic vocals to the mix as well. “Too Late” is a heartwarming single that is both captivating and catchy as the vocals soar with a persevering message to always “do what’s right” and “hold on.”
“I loved working on this project, as it’s different and stands out. The Cash Cash guys and Lukas are very talented — it’ll be dope to see where it goes.”
Wiz Khalifa
“It feels good to be on such a huge record, with amazing artists in each of their respective fields. I love the catchy production and Wiz’s simple, but heavy-hitting words. There’s a funny story behind this song because I wrote the hook ages ago, but I could never figure out where to put it or how to finish the songwriting around it. So all in all, I’m super stoked that someone picked it up and made it into something special where my vocal on this powerful chorus really gets to shine.”
Lukas Graham
Brothers Jean Paul Makhlouf and Alex Makhlouf along with life-long friend Samuel Frisch make up the electronic dance music trio Cash Cash. Together they are three DJs/producers and multi-instrumentalists who have seen success with a plethora of singles that include the RIAA-certified Gold, “Finest Hour” (feat. Abir), and their Top 10 AC radio hit with P!NK called “Can We Pretend.” Their single “Call You” (feat. Nasri of MAGIC!) hit number one on US Dance Radio, and they were also featured on Billboard’s Dance 100 List for 2019. They have performed at some of the industry’s most desirable events including EDC Las Vegas and Ultra Music Festival in Miami. For additional information on Cash Cash, please visit their official website.
UK tech-house DJ/producer Cloonee reworks the classic Cassius single, “Sun Goes Down” which is currently available to stream/download via Big Beat Records.
Cloonee – Sun Goes Down
Featuring the Cloonee’s iconic tech-house sound, “Sun Goes Down” showcases the artist’s mastery of his craft as he breathes new life to the original release. With steady rhythms and summery vocals, the rework is sure to strike a chord with listeners and have them grooving back to familiar memories.
“I can’t believe this track is finally coming out as I’ve been waiting for well over two years now. It’s been my biggest record in the collection during this time and I’ve had people message me every day asking where the record is. It got to the point where I couldn’t post anything without people commenting about this tune! I know the wait will have been worth it so hopefully, everyone else feels the same!”
Cloonee
This track follows a number of other notable Cloonee releases on Big Beat Records including, “On Ya Marks” and “Be Good To Me,” which hit number one on Beatport’s Tech House Chart and reached the number two position on its Top 100. His 2017 debut EP, “Estes” (on elrow), also went straight to the Beatport tech-house Top 10.
Cloonee has solidified himself as an artist in the tech-house circuit with releases on some of the industry’s most notable labels including Lee Foss’s Repopulate Mars, Michael Bibi’s Solid Grooves, and Chris Lake‘s Black Book Records. The artist has garnered massive industry support from the likes of Pete Tong, MistaJam, CamelPhat, Mark Knight, Solardo, FISHER, and more. In addition to his work in the studio, the artist has also taken over with performances in Ibiza and solidified a three-year-long residency at both The Tuesday Club and Tank in his native Sheffield. For additional information on Cloonee, please visit his official Facebook Page.
Merging the two superstar sounds of Grammy Award-winning producer Tiësto with the sleek R&B vocals of Ty Dolla $ign, “The Business Part II” is a revitalized must listen for 2021.
“The worldwide response to ‘The Business’ has been incredible. There is nothing better than combining diverse sounds and genres to create something truly special and Ty’s smooth R&B vocals really take this track to the next level. I have always been a huge fan of Ty’s work… he’s an exceptional talent and I am thrilled we got to collab on this. I am very excited to share this new version with both of our fans around the world!”
Tiësto
“We got one! Thankful for being a part of this legendary moment. Always been a fan of Tiësto.”
Ty Dolla $ign
After its original release in September 2020, “The Business” has garnered a staggering 204 million global streams while holding a steady position on Apple & Spotify’s “Today’s Top Hits” & “Today’s Hits” playlists. The track also hit number oneon US Dance Radio, is certified Platinum in the Netherlands, and holds a place on the Top 10 official singles chart in The Netherlands, Ireland, Belgium, Germany, and Denmark.
Directed by Christian Breslauer, the official music videofor “The Business” has received over 35 million views. The video saw its premiere directly after Tiësto delivered a monumental live performance with an array of artists from Red Rocks Amphitheatre on September 24.
Grammy-nominated duo Galantis team-up with viral sensation JVKE on a brand-new release titled, “Dandelion” which is currently available to stream/download via Big Beat Records.
Galantis & JVKE – Dandelion
Featuring irresistibly distorted vocals, “Dandelion,” tells a story of fleeting love with a signature vivacious beat. The pop-infused dance release marks the latest track in a series of several genre-defying Galantis collaborations. On “Dandelion” the duo collaborates with viral sensation JVKE whose debut single, “Upside Down” rapidly became one of the biggest TikTok songs of 2020. Generating over 15 million videos and over 7 billion plays on the popular social media platform, it also paved the way for a remix featuring Charlie Puth.
“’Dandelion’ came about after JVKE requested to hop on a Galantis Instagram Live. I recognized him from TikTok and I asked him what he was up to. He said he was working on an idea for a song and started to sing it for me. I really loved the vibe and he asked if I was down to work on it together. We ended up sending it back and forth and it became this natural organic collaboration with no real plan or goal. The past year has really changed how we make music and work with other artists, with negative circumstances actually opening doors to unlikely opportunities.”
Galantis
Since 2020 Galantis have released, “Tu Tu Tu (That’s Why We)” with NGHTMRE & Liam O’Donnell and “Pretty Please” with Jackson Wang. They have also provided remixes for Pele (“Acredita No Véio” feat. Rodrigo Y Gabriela), Brando (“Don’t Call Me”) and Falling In Reverse (“Popular Monster” with NGHTMRE).
Christian Karlsson and Linus Eklöw make up the Swedish electronic music duo Galantis. The two exploded onto the scene with their debut album Pharmacy, which went on to reach number one on the Billboard Dance album chart in 2015. Featuring the RIAA gold-certified single “Peanut Butter Jelly,” the album also featured the 2x platinum-certified smash hit “Runaway (U & I).” The single also later received a Grammy nomination for “Best Dance Recording” and “Best Remixed Recording.” They are known to be staples at some of the best dance music festivals in the world including Ultra Music Festival and Coachella.
Rising dance music artist WHIPPED CREAM announces the release of a remix package for “Told Ya” (ft. Lil Xan), which is currently available to stream/download via Big Beat Records.
WHIPPED CREAM & Lil Xan – Told Ya (MONXX Remix)
Closing out the year with a final surprise to fans, WHIPPED CREAM’s “Told Ya” (ft. Lil Xan) remix package features two reworks from rising artists BOM and MONXX. The first remix, courtesy of BOM, is a dub-step infused rendition with heart-pounding bass that is sure to become a 2021 dancefloor-ready staple. The second rework comes from British grime producer MONXX whoinfuses his remix with elements of bass house, coupled with a wobbly drop.
This announcement comes shortly after WHIPPED CREAM released her critically acclaimed ‘WHO IS WHIPPED CREAM’ EP, which has been lauded by fans and press around the world. The artist has been steadily releasing remixes for the EP’s stand-out singles including “I Won’t Let You Fall,” “Dumb Sh!t” (ft. Jasiah), and now, the EP’s hip-hop infused trap banger “Told Ya” (ft. Lil Xan).
“Was so pumped to throw this remix together for my girl Whipped Cream. The original track was already fire, so I just took the best elements and gave them some oomph. Blast this thru ya speakers heavy for me ”
BOM
“I enjoyed the original, it was a pleasure to put a wonky twist on it.”
MONXX
Caroline Cecil, more commonly known by her artist name WHIPPED CREAM, is a Canadian-based DJ and producer who rose to stardom since the release of her critically acclaimed EP WHO IS WHIPPED CREAM. She was featured as one of Billboard Dance’s “Ones to Watch” and hailed by MixMag as the “most exciting new names in bass music.” Known for the hit tracks “DUMB SH!T” (featuring Jasiah) and “I Do The Most” (featuring Lil Keed), the genre-defying artist continues to deliver boundary-pushing productions, despite the global challenges faced in 2020. The artist is steadily taking the industry by storm with her unique take on dance music and there’s no telling what she will be delivering to fans in 2021. For additional information on the artist, please visit her official website
