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  • Chris Siegel blends Dancehall and electronic pop on “Ride For Me”

    Chris Siegel blends Dancehall and electronic pop on “Ride For Me”

    Chris Siegel has released “Ride For Me”, a dance track drawing from Dancehall, Reggaeton and hybrid electronic pop.

    The track combines electronic production with rhythmic influences from Dancehall and Reggaeton, placing it within Siegel’s broader approach to blending electronic music with R&B, pop and Caribbean sounds.

    “Ride For Me” follows Siegel’s earlier releases, including his experimental debut single “Jersey”, and work released through OTODAYO, Sundae Sauuce and noh life.

    “Ride For Me” is available on streaming platforms.

  • jcSubterfuge explores classic jungle textures on “Higher Groove Rating”

    jcSubterfuge explores classic jungle textures on “Higher Groove Rating”

    Detroit electronic producer jcSubterfuge has released “Higher Groove Rating”, a jungle track drawing on classic 1990s breakbeats and contemporary electronic production.

    The track combines chopped breakbeats, deep sub-bass and atmospheric passages, creating a contrast between slower, shadowy sections and faster rhythmic sequences.

    “Higher Groove Rating” draws from Detroit’s electronic music heritage while incorporating elements associated with jungle, Drum & Bass and breakbeat.

    The production also uses changes in rhythm and dynamics to move between spacious atmospheric passages and more densely layered breakbeat sections.

    “Higher Groove Rating” is available on streaming platforms.

  • Steve DjWatts releases debut single “Body Language”

    Steve DjWatts releases debut single “Body Language”

    Belgian DJ and electronic music artist Steve DjWatts has released his debut single, “Body Language”, through Cafe De Anatolia.

    The track draws from House and Afro House, combining driving rhythms with melodic elements and vocal textures.

    “Body Language” introduces Steve DjWatts’ electronic sound, which moves between House, Afro House and other electronic influences.

    “Body Language” is available on streaming platforms.

  • LODIC explores melancholy and introspection on two-track EP “dust”

    LODIC explores melancholy and introspection on two-track EP “dust”

    Electronic artist LODIC has released “dust”, a two-track EP featuring “reflections” and “dust” that explores melancholy, sadness and introspection.

    Released on August 12, the project marks LODIC’s 10th release and moves further into the darker, more psychological side of the artist’s electronic sound.

    Both tracks combine melodic and cinematic production with emotionally focused songwriting. The songs explore personal experiences while leaving their meanings open to interpretation, allowing listeners to connect the themes to their own relationships and memories.

    The EP is shaped by contrasts between melancholy and euphoria, intimacy and accessibility, and darker production and melodic elements.

    “dust” follows LODIC’s recent single “reflection”, which also examined themes of obsession and identity.

    “dust” is available on streaming platforms.

  • LUNÉ brings R&B and Amapiano influences together on “Go Down Slow”

    LUNÉ brings R&B and Amapiano influences together on “Go Down Slow”

    Japan-based independent artist LUNÉ has released “Go Down Slow”, the second single from the R&B artist’s catalogue.

    Released on August 12, the track combines R&B with African dance music, with production from Japanese producer audiot909. The producer has been involved in the development of Amapiano in Japan, bringing his experience with the genre into the track’s production.

    “Go Down Slow” follows LUNÉ’s first single and continues the artist’s exploration of R&B alongside African-influenced dance sounds.

    An official visualizer and remix are also planned as part of the project’s next phase.

    “Go Down Slow” is available on streaming platforms.