Gorgon City have shared ‘Nobody’ as their first major release of 2020.
Released as a collaborative effort with Chicago soul/dance duo DRAMA, the track comes equipped with a new video involving a street dance interpretation of ‘West Side Story’.
Watch the visual below:
The 1975 have shared their new single ‘Jesus Christ 2005 God Bless America’. Sung as a duet between Matty Healy and US singer/songwriter Phoebe Bridgers, the track marks the sixth offering from The 1975’s upcoming record, ‘Notes On A Conditional Form’.
Listen below:
Frank Ocean has released new songs ‘Dear April’ and ‘Cayendo‘ onto streaming platforms.
First previewed last year as special vinyl releases for fans, both tracks were co-produced by Frank alongside Daniel Aged. The initial vinyl release of ‘Dear April’ was also coupled by a remix courtesy of Justice.
Ocean has previously teased his long-awaited new album, saying the project would be influenced by “Detroit, Chicago, techno, house, French electronic”, saying “The expectation for artists to be vulnerable and truthful is a lot, you know… When it’s no longer a choice. Like, in order for me to satisfy expectations, there needs to be an outpouring of my heart or my experiences in a very truthful, vulnerable way. I’m more interested in lies than that.”
Listen to both songs below:
Genre-bending duo Snakehips have linked up with fellow London artist TroyBoi on new single ‘Wavez’.
A maelstrom of electronic dance, modern hip-hop and slick lyricism, ‘Wavez’ is a fresh-sounding cut with broad appeal and leads the charge for what’s expected to be a busy 2020 for Snakehips’ James and Ollie.
Listen below:
David Guetta has unleashed his Jack Back moniker, undertaking The Chemical Brothers’ 1999 classic ‘Hey Boy, Hey Girl’ with ‘Superstar DJ.
Reuniting with the Positiva label after 8 years away, the track hears Guetta entwine the iconic vocal notes and building arpeggios of The Chems’ original around an array of up-tempo and pounding club-ready beats. Driven sonics run throughout, ensuring this is set to cause a ruckus across many a dancefloor in the future.
Listen below:
Rudimental have reunited with NYC superstars The Martinez Brothers for their new belter, ‘Easy On Me’.
Released almost three years on from their first collaborative effort, ‘No Fear‘ (which still gets regular rotation in our office to this day), ‘Easy On Me’ initially dropped on the club circuit last summer coupled with the double A-side ‘Sitigawana’. It’s only today that the song hears an official release.
Listen below:
Hotly-tipped London boy Sam Supplier has dropped his latest dancefloor bomb, ‘Pyramids’ onto the scene.
Riding bass loops keep hold-fort in the low end while Sam’s anthemic choir ensemble chant over the energy-filled builds. Rhythmic cowbells and epic drum fills chime in and break up the sections of effective, floor-filling kick drums.
Grab a listen below:
Charli XCX has announced a program of daily online events, aimed at providing support to those currently self-isolating due to the global Coronavirus pandemic. Taking place on Instagram Live each day (and kicking off today, 18th March), the sessions will see Charli invite various guests to spark conversation, share insight, or simply entertain fans across the world who are currently practicing social distancing.
The first show, which lands at 5pm GMT (9am PST) will see Charli connect with good friend Christine and the Queens for an open conversation about the current global situation and how it can affect creativity and their mental health. Fans will be invited to submit questions ahead of the stream.
Meanwhile, Thursday 19th March will see Charli link up with Diplo for a live-streamed personal training session.
Rita Ora will play co-host on Friday, with Kim Petras joining the stream on Saturday. The sessions will conclude on Sunday with an art class alongside Clairo. Viewers will be encouraged to be as active in each event as possible, joining the conversation or taking part at home.
Expect more names to be announced over the coming days.
Defected Records organisers have announced their inaugural Defected Virtual Festival, following the cancellation of their spring live events due to the Coronavirus pandemic.
Kicking off on Friday 20th March, the Virtual Festival will feature 12 hours of music, live-streamed from London’s Ministry of Sound, with featured sets from the likes of Joey Negro, Sam Divine, Monki and The Shapeshifters. Defected boss Simon Dunmore will also be playing, alongside Low Steppa, Dan Shake and Melvo Baptiste. Glitterbox dancers will also be present.
“Music and clubbing are an escape for many and, with social gatherings being rightfully restricted, we wanted to connect people online in the hope that they appreciate they are not alone.” says label-boss Simon Dunmore – “The reaction to Defected Virtual Festival has been incredible and we have been inundated with DJs and performers wanting to get involved. Our thoughts will remain with everyone affected by the current situation, but believe we have a role to remain positive, and bring people together however we’re able.” he continues.
The virtual festival will also mark the first part of Defected’s digital efforts, which will also include an extended version of Sam Divine’s weekly radio show, alongside a wealth of behind-the-scenes content.
Stay locked on Friday 20th March to Defected’s official YouTube and Facebook.
Earlier today, Glastonbury organisers confirmed the cancellation of the festival’s 50th anniversary following global concerns of the coronavirus pandemic.
Confirming that 2020 will now become an “enforced fallow year”, the festival will return [hopefully] in June 2021, with ticketholders for this year automatically receiving attendance to next year’s event.
Yesterday however, following rumours of the impending cancellation, we asked our readers to supply their own messages of support to Emily and Michael Eavis, and you didn’t let us down. We know that Glastonbury-goers have a lot of love for both the Eavis family, and Worthy Farm itself, and the outpouring of emotion has once again shown how powerful the ‘Glastonbury Spirit’ is.
Check some of the messages below:
Michael and Emily. Glastonbury is not just about one year. You have built this amazing event through your amazing hard work over 50 years. You have had your adversities but just get stronger. Thank you for all the happiness you bring to millions of us. 👍🙂
— Robert Capleton (@CapletonRobert) March 17, 2020
If @glastonbury doesn’t go ahead remember it’s not @emilyeavis or Michael’s fault. But do remember this like the Phoenix that’s burnt every year the festival will be back. Better than the previous year and will always be the best festival in the world.
— Daddy Keeping it Together (@DaddyTogether) March 17, 2020
So, I’ve emailed Emily so fingers crossed we might be able to buy T-shirt’s and also help a little bit if we can 💚@emilyeavis @glastonbury it would cheer us all up! pic.twitter.com/B2OSJDANPu
— SJ Smallpage (@SjSmallpage) March 18, 2020
I’ll repeat it here then. @emilyeavis, Nick, Michael & the whole team behind @glastonbury Festival, I can’t imagine your situation right now, or how you will feel if the show can’t go on. Just be assured that we love you all, what you do & how you do it. Stay strong. Huge hugs.
— Martin Curtis (@MartinCurtis01) March 17, 2020
Big hugs and love to the Eavis family at this difficult time. We will support you in your decision of course. 💚💚💚 pic.twitter.com/7prhPappL8
— SJ Smallpage (@SjSmallpage) March 17, 2020
So, I’ve emailed Emily so fingers crossed we might be able to buy T-shirt’s and also help a little bit if we can 💚@emilyeavis @glastonbury it would cheer us all up! pic.twitter.com/B2OSJDANPu
— SJ Smallpage (@SjSmallpage) March 18, 2020
We love you @emilyeavis and everyone who works at the festival. I know any decision to cancel will hurt for you more than it does for us. You do what you’ve gotta do, and we support you in all of it. Hope to see you down on the farm, whenever it may be.
— Andy H (@DoctorCuriosity) March 17, 2020
