Electronic music artist Crankdat unleashes his melodic debut EP on Monstercat titled, “Sad Robot” which is available to stream/download now.
Featuring a diverse range of bass-heavy tracks, “Sad Robot” is a five-track EP that features the previously released singles, “Better Without You” ft. JT Roach and “The Feeling” ft. Ace Aura in addition to the never-been-heard “Wish You Were Here,” “What It Feels Like (ft. KC),” and “Higher.” Showcasing the artist’s evolution in sound, the EP is a cohesive, colorful body of work with spine-tingling vocals and drops.
“‘Sad Robot’ EP is my first full-length EP since my ‘Gearworld Vol. 1’ EP in 2019. This EP showcases my melodic style in a manner reminiscent of the music I made when I first started my project back in 2015. I’m very happy to have had some awesome collaborators help me with it – including JT Roach, Ace Aura, and KC!”
Crankdat
Christian Smith, known artistically as Crankdat, is an electronic dance music producer known for his influence in the bass genre. His remixes and originals have seen widespread support from major artists like Marshmello, DJ Snake, The Chainsmokers, and more while his performances can be found at some of the most esteemed events including EDC Las Vegas, Wobbleland, and Sunset Music Festival.
Venerable electronic music label Monstercat celebrates its 10-year anniversary with the release of its Monstercat – 10 Year Anniversary LP, which is available stream/download now.
Spanning artists across all three of its brands, Uncaged, Instinct, and Silk, Monstercat 10-Year Anniversary traverses a range of electronic music genres that include dubstep, electro house, future bass, and more. Featuring pivotal artists like Stephen Walking, Pegboard Nerds, Rogue, Shingo Nakamura, and Nitro Fun, the album includes a number of never been formally released tracks with unheard gems dating back to 2011.
“It’s almost surreal celebrating 10 years of Monstercat today. The last decade has been an incredible journey – from our humble beginnings as a Canadian start-up, to supporting over 1,000 artists worldwide. I’m proud of our team for constantly pushing the boundaries of innovation and creating a sustainable platform for artists to thrive. I can’t wait to see what’s in store for the next ten years of Monstercat and the electronic music community.”
Monstercat CEO & Co-Founder Mike Darlington
To coincide with the LP, Monstercat will be hosting a celebratory worldwide livestream event on Twitch on July 3 at 12 pm PT. The event will bring 10 artists together from all over the globe including Justin OH in Korea, A.M.R in Qatar, Mazare in Italy, and Throttle in Australia. The 5-hour journey will confirm Monstercat’s vision to connect diverse communities through music, culture, and innovation. Tune in on Monstercat’s Twitch channel here.
‘Monstercat – 10 Year Anniversary’ LP
Au5 & Juventa – Dying Star (feat. Charlie Bath) (2013)
Case & Point – Descender (2015)
Ellis & Nu Aspect – U (2017)
Grant Bowtie – Can You Hear It (2015)
Laszlo – Feels Like Love (2019)
Mango – Ten Years Ago Today (2011)
Nitro Fun – Easter Egg (2014)
Pegboard Nerds – Shaku (2012)
Rogue – Motion (2014)
Shingo Nakamura – Uncharted Waters (2011)
Stephen Walking – JC-08 (2018)
Stonebank – Fire (2015)
Subtact – What It’s Like (feat. Noctilucent) (2016)
Dance music producer Tony Romera released his first single off his forthcoming album titled, “VHS” which is available to stream/download now via Monstercat.
Tony Romera – VHS
Kicking off with the faint sound of house music in the distance, “VHS” is a nostalgic single that incorporates both smooth retro vocals with a soothing warm ambiance. Beaming a hopeful vibe throughout its entirety, the track is an ode to the artist’s family and the classic French house records that shaped him.
“This track comes from my heart. I had so many childhood memories when I wrote it and I wanted to give it that nostalgic but also hopeful vibe. I just imagine myself driving, watching a sick sunset by the sea, or watching childhood VHS cassettes with my family. That’s what this track is made for.”
Tony Romera
The release compares paired with a sentimental music video that pans footage of the artist’s most precious moments of his youth. Driving the title of the single home, the visual is stitched together from VHS tapes that the artist received from his grandmother. Packed with foundational influences and memories, it provides a hint of what is to come with the artist’s full-length album due out later the year.
Tony Romera is an established French house music artist known for a range of remixes and releases on some of the industry’s most defining imprints including Monstercat, Insomniac Records, OWSLA, Mad Decent, Spinnin Records, Armada Music, and Confession. The artist has worked with the likes of Tchami, Dombresky, and Good Times Ahead, and has released official remixes for heavyweights such as Calvin Harris, Diplo, MØ, Zomboy, Kungs, Petit Biscuit, Moksi, and many more. For additional information on Tony Romera, please visit his official Facebook Page.
After remaining in close contact with national and local government, Dutch music festival Mysteryland announces its 2021 return to Haarlemmermeer, Netherlands on August 27-29.
Featuring an eclectic range of over 300 of the world’s leading dance music artists, Mysteryland 2021 is expected to cater to all musical tastes from house to Big Room to techno, hardstyle, and bass. Organizers are currently attempting to confirm the same lineup as its 2020 edition, which included the likes of DJ Snake, Armin van Buuren, Carl Cox, Jauz, Malaa, NGHTMRE, Timmy Trumpet, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, Vini Vici, and more.
“We are in contact with all artists and doing our utmost best to confirm the same lineup. This of course depends on a number of factors, amongst others their existing schedules. We will inform you as soon as possible.”
Mysteryland
Mysteryland 2021 Stage Hosts
The festival has already confirmed its stage hosts for its 21 action-packed stages as it welcomes the sounds of hard-style brand Q-Dance, Timmy Trumpet’s Freak Show, Carl Cox’s Awesome Sound Wave, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano’s Sexy By Nature, COCOON, Monstercat, Trance Energy, and R&B, and hip-hop acts on Vunzige Deuntjes x Desperados stage along with numerous others.
Mysteryland 2021 is almost sold out. Fans can secure Sunday tickets and travel packages at the following link.
Mysterious electronic music act CloudNone releases, “Flashlight” the second single off his forthcoming EP featuring Micah Martin which is available to stream/download now via Monstercat.
Kicking off with a mesmerizing vocal by Micah Martin, “Flashlight” is an introspective downtempo-infused single that displays CloudNone’s eclectic range as a producer. Buzzing with an array of sonic elements that span from scintillating synths to xylophone timbres, the multifarious release delivers a reflective message of having to deal with newfound emotions and feelings.
CloudNone – Flashlight (feat. Micah Martin)
This track follows the release of his previous single, “Dizzy Lifted” which is also slated to appear off his forthcoming debut Monstercat EP and provides a diverse hint of what to expect with these first two singles.
Anonymous producer CloudNone emerged on the scene in 2018 with his debut release, “None Trick Pony,” Since then, he has rapidly become a household name in the electronic dance music industry. The artist has been enlisted to remix for Gareth Emery and melodic favorite William Black this year, with the latter release accruing 200,000 streams in under a few weeks Boasting millions of streams with his catalog of releases, the artist has earned massive support from heavy-weight acts Tiësto, Don Diablo, and Illenium to name a few.
Dubstep music artist Slushii announced the release of a brand-new track titled, ‘Valhalla’ which is available to stream now via Monstercat.
Slushii – Valhalla
Opening with dramatic piano chords, “Valhalla” sets the tone for the hit video game SMITE as it becomes the latest single as part of Monstercat’s highly-anticipated Battle Pass. With mythological intent, the single exudes grandeur with hair-raising synths and magnanimous drops that the artist has built an industry-wide reputation around. The single will be used directly into the game as Slushii’s character Hades uses his abilities on the Battleground. The track will sit alongside other Monstercat artists Sullivan King, Koven, and Noisestorm who are also part of the game as well.
“When Monstercat and SMITE approached me about this project, I couldn’t have been more excited. My fans know how much gaming means to me – I’ve been part of the culture since I was a kid. I knew I had to produce something that would work both in the game and absolutely bang out at festivals. Can’t wait to share everything happening around this special record.”
Slushii
No stranger to the world of video gaming, Slushii performed at the Fortnite Party Royale stage for the game’s third virtual Spotlight Concert back in September where he debuted one of the fastest-growing Monstercat tracks to date, “All I Need.” This single also follows music he previously released in Rocket League and Beat Saber. For additional information on Slushii, please visit his official website.
Dubstep artist Crankdat teams up with JT Roach on a new emphatic release, “Better Without You” which is available to stream/download now via Monstercat.
Crankdat – Better Without You (feat. JT Roach)
Kicking-off with a hair-raising vocal courtesy of JT Roach, “Better Without You” is a bass-fueled triumph that traverses a range of emotions from softly sentimental to boldly brash. The irresistible single features a range of futuristic elements with spliced vocals and an anticipatory drop that culminates to an epic closure. This single follows Crankdat’s previous Monstercat release, “Dark Room” which saw its debut six months prior.
“I wrote this song with my friends Crankdat, Madi Yanofsky, and Todd Spadafore. We hope you love it as much as we do!”
JT Roach
Christian Smith, known artistically as Crankdat, is an electronic music act who has gained widespread support from heavyweight acts Skrillex, Marshmello, DJ Snake, The Chainsmokers, and more. The artist has released tracks on a number of major dance music labels including Ultra Music, Armada, and Monstercat, and has provided remixes for a slew of artists including Carnage, NGHTMRE, Zeds Dead, Alison Wonderland, and Porter Robinson to name a few. He can be found performing at a range of top dance music events including EDC Las Vegas, Wobbleland, Sunset Music Festival, and more with livestreams for Dreamworld and Global Dance Digital Festival. For additional information on Crankdat, please visit his official Facebook Page.
Emerging electronic music artist EDDIE unveiled a euphoric house production titled, “Waiting” which is available to stream/download now via Monstercat.
EDDIE – Waiting
Opening with hair-raising vocals, “Waiting” is a melodic house record with a touch of progressive-house sound. The calming single dishes shimmery synths with enrapturing chord progressions that glide over the crisp percussive rhythm with ease. With introspective intent, the track’s lyrics add an air of mystery to the release by entrancing listeners into never wanting the “wait” to end.
“If you’re new to my music, this is the perfect representation of my progressive sound. The blend of nostalgic melodic elements with big leads.”
EDDIE
EDDIE is an Australian house music artist who emerged onto the scene in 2017 with a number of releases on deadmua5’s esteemed mau5trap recording label. The artist has collaborated with massive industry heavyweights including REZZ and Dirty South and has been enlisted to remix for Zeds Dead, deadmau5, and Blanke. “Waiting” marks the artist’s second release of the year and first release on Monstercat.
Spring has sprung, and with it came sprouting a plethora of album and live music announcements all over the place! Dance music fans have been eagerly awaiting in anticipation for the return to live entertainment, and the light at the end of the tunnel appears to be in sight.
Despite the hope lingering in the air, the effects of the pandemic still seem inescapable as EDC Las Vegas announced its postponement along with Electric Forest and Ibiza Music Summit returning in 2022. Winter Music Conference also announced that it will be holding a virtual conference to replace its greatly missed event in March.
It appears music artists have benefited the most creative-wise from the quarantine as the production of new music has increased exponentially. April saw a slew of stunning album releases from Porter Robinson, Chicane, Vicetone, Ganja White Night, and ZHU with more to look forward to in the upcoming year from Cash Cash, Gorgon City, DVBBS, and Riot Ten who all confirmed upcoming albums as well.
The following is a list of the best EDM tracks released in April 2021 based on support by some of the most esteemed artists and labels in the dance music industry.
This concludes our list of the best EDM tracks of April 2021. Be sure to come back next month to receive another month in review featuring news and the most cutting-edge tracks in dance music.
Electronic music producer CloudNone announces a forthcoming EP expected to be released in July with its first single, “Dizzy Lifted” available to stream/download now via Monstercat.
CloudNone – Dizzy Lifted
Opening with a euphoric soundscape, “Dizzy Lifted” is a celestial instrumental that features spliced vocal samples to give the track an elated feel. With a bouncing house beat and a disco flair, the captivating release enraptures listeners leaving them off on a dizzying high. The track is a hint of what is to come from CloudNone’s forthcoming Monstercat EP due out this summer.
‘Dizzy Lifted is that natural high, that euphoria that hits when you feel on top of the world.‘
CloudNone
‘Dizzy Lifted’ marks CloudNone’s third original production this year following his hit collaboration with Direct on ‘Dream Running’ and ‘Dopamine” out on Oliver Heldens’s OH2 Records. The artist has also released two massive remixes for Gareth Emery and William Black. The latter has gained nearly 100,000 streams in two weeks. After making an indelible mark in 2020, CloudNone is well on his way to make an even more defining impact in 2021.
Anonymous producer CloudNone emerged on to the scene in 2018 with his debut release, “None Trick Pony,” Since then, he has rapidly become a household name in the electronic dance music industry. Boasting millions of streams with his catalog of releases, the artist has earned massive support from heavy-weight acts Tiësto, Don Diablo, and Illenium to name a few.
To celebrate Earth Day, electronic music talent Jauz teams up with songstress HALIENE to deliver a captivating emotive release titled “Oceans & Galaxies” which is currently available to stream/download via Monstercat.
Jauz & HALIENE – Oceans & Galaxies
Opening with gorgeous vocals from Monstercat favorite HALIENE, “Oceans & Galaxies” is a stunning track filled with delicate piano melodies and sentimental vibes. With tender lyrics that touch upon love being felt from miles apart, the endearing track showcases a more affectionate side to Jauz’s production ability.
“I’ve been a fan of HALIENE’s for so long and had wanted to write a song with her forever. We had never actually met until this year, and in true 2020 fashion, it was because we were both streaming weekly on Twitch. We wrote the song together on one of my streams and the way it came together was so effortless. “Oceans and Galaxies” is something that still feels like a JAUZ song, but that fans are looking forward to hearing during a live show not because they want to headbang but because they want to sing along to the chorus.”
Jauz
“Oceans & Galaxies” was written at the start of the pandemic when so many people were feeling so distant from the ones they cared about. I wrote these lyrics to remind us all that love knows no distance, and even 10,000 miles will never be too far. Working with JAUZ has been an absolute joy and honor, and he’s one of the nicest and most real producers out there. We’ve put our heart and souls into this one for all of you, and we can’t wait for you to experience it.”
HALIENE
In the spirit of Earth Day, Jauz & HALIENE will be taking over Monstercat’s Twitch channel on April 22 to host a charity livestream benefit for the non-profit organization, Beneath The Waves. Dedicated to promoting ocean health, Beneath The Waves is uniquely focused on shark conservation and marine protected areas. During the event, Jauz & HALIENE will premiere an acoustic performance of “Oceans & Galaxies,” followed by a live art stream by Monstercat artist Amanda Cha, and more.
To further benefit the non-profit organization, the two artists have launched a limited-edition “Oceans & Galaxies” merchandise collection, with a portion of proceeds going to Beneath The Waves. The collection will be made available until 11:59 pm PST on April 22 at the following link. From April 19-23, Monstercat will additionally support Beneath The Waves through various donation efforts and educational activations across its daily Twitch programming on Monstercat TV (mctv). Direct donations can also be made here.
Sam Vogel, more commonly known artistically by his stage name Jauz, is an American DJ/ producer whose tracks cover a diverse range of genres from trap to bass to dubstep. He has collaborated with the likes of revered music artists Diplo, Skrillex, and Borgore and founded his own record label Bite This in 2017. The artist can be seen performing at some of the most established music events including Tomorrowland, EDC, and Ultra Music Festival. He will be hitting the road soon with a lineup of upcoming appearances at HARD Summer and HARD Fest London while running his weekly talk show, In The Tank. For additional information on Jauz, please visit his official website.
Dance music artist Ellis delivers an intoxicating, new vocal release, “The Taste” which is currently available to stream/download via Monstercat.
Ellis – The Taste
Opening with atmospheric builds, “The Taste” is an evocative new track inspired by the psychological thriller, Requiem For A Dream. Featuring spine-tingling vocals and ominous vibes, the release is expertly crafted with broken-down soundscapes and synth motifs. “The Taste” follows Ellis latest electro house cut “Orbit” which was also released on Monstercat.
“At the time of writing these records (“Orbit” and “The Taste”), I’d recently watched ‘Requiem for a Dream’. I don’t know why but that movie stuck with me for a few days. The whole image and idea of “The Taste” is based off the theme of that movie. The dark side of addiction, in any shape or form, whether it’s alcohol, bad habits, unhealthy eating, anything. It’s about being with someone or a friend that is dragging you down and you want to get out. Their addictions are drawing you in but you know it’s not good for you.”
Ellis
To coincide with this announcement, Ellis most recently signed a three-year publishing deal with Zedd‘s Clarity Arrangement, to collaborate on electronic and pop productions. Ellis has already remixed for the likes of Lady Gaga, Ed Sheeran, and more, so fans can expect more major artist collaborations in the future.
Electronic dance music duo Good Times Ahead announced the release of a new electro house single, “So Good” which is available to stream/download via Monstercat.
Good Times Ahead – So Good
Opening with a catchy vocal sample, “So Good” is an explosive new record that features an array of genre-blending soundscapes. The track showcases Good Times Ahead range in production ability as it features elements of house and infectious electro vibes. With anticipatory builds that crash into a myriad of gritty drops, the track pulsates with feverous energy perfect for the club or main stage.
“We grew up being heavily influenced by the Blog House / Electro House days and wanted to try and bring some of that feeling back. We also wanted to start incorporating a lot more trippy & experimental sounds to have certain weird moments in our sets and we’re so happy with the balance of groove and energy in this one! We’ve had such great feedback from our peers. We can’t wait until the clubs open back up to play this one live!”
Good Times Ahead
Julio Mejia and Matt Toth make up the electronic dance music duo Good Times Ahead. The pair have made a name for themselves as multi-faceted artists that span a range of genres including house, electro, trap, and hip-hop. They have collaborated with the likes of Diplo, Flosstradamus, and Vince Staples, as well as provided remixes for Rihanna and J Balvin to name a few. They recently announced the launch of their own recording label, Good Times Bad Times, and have since released tunes from ETC! ETC!, Chuwe, FIGHT CLVB, and more. The duo will be taking the decks at Insomniac’s Park N Rave concert series on Friday, April 9 at the NOS Events Center. To purchase tickets to the show, please visit Park N Rave’s official website.
Dance music duo Vicetone announced the release of their highly anticipated debut album, Legacy which is currently available to stream/download via Monstercat.
Featuring six never before heard singles, Legacy blends the fresh new sounds of “Nothing But Love For You (feat. Lena Leon),” and “Outta My Mind (feat. Allison Kaplan)” with the fan favorites “No Rest,” and “Animal (feat. Jordan Powers & Bekah Novi).”
The ten-track body of work showcases Vicetone’s diverse musical palette with its opening anthemic hit, “No Rest” to kick-start the LP on a high. Legacy traverses through a range of sounds that incorporate scintillating synths with endearing vocals and harmonic melodies. The album is a cohesive journey that lifts audiences up and leaves a lasting impression with its timeless qualities.
Ruben den Boer and Victor Pool make up the Dutch electronic music production duo Vicetone. They reached international stardom with an impressive catalog of records via Spinnin Records and Ultra Music. They can be seen performing at some of the most desirable music events including Ultra Music Festival. For additional information on Vicetone, please visit their official website.
Epic Games’ Fortnite and Houseparty announce a virtual concert with Grammy-nominated DJ/producer Kaskade on Friday, March 26, and Saturday, March 27 in the world of Rocket League.
Kaskade x Fortnite – Virtual Concert
In partnership with electronic music label Monstercat, the concert will have heightened production elements and immersive story-driven visuals in XR to transport viewers into the Fortnite and Rocket League universes. Kaskade will travel between stadiums, drive Rocket League cars, and arrive at the new Neon Fields for a festival-style performance.
This announcement comes after Kaskade released his Rocket League-commissioned Reset EP. The four-track EP features stunning releases, “Miles To Go,” “Flip Reset,” “Closer” and “Solid Ground” showcasing the artist’s iconic, transcendental sound. Kaskade became the first artist Rocket League aligned with for an entire music-themed season. Be sure to hear the EP performed live within his Rocket League performance. For additional information regarding Kaskade’s virtual concert, please visit the following link.
“Working with Rocket League as the first artist to conceptualize and create music for an entire season of their game was such an honor, and I also knew I couldn’t mess it up…gamers take their music and sonic landscapes very seriously. So while I felt a little pressure, it was mostly just an amazing time to pull together songs that could really go along with the various moods that we go through while immersed in a game like Rocket League. They’re finally all getting a release together on the Reset EP which will include my final song, ‘Miles to Go’ with Ella Vos, so the entire experience can be found in one place.”
