MAKJ – Hold Up (Original Mix)

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MAKJ has officially released his massive single ’Hold Up’. This track has recieved support from an ample amount of artsts including TiestoHardwell, Steve Aoki, Bingo Players, Dillon Francis, and more. ’Hold Up’ is a direct reflection of MAKJ’s unique and commendable style. The song is on Robbie Rivera’s prodigious record label Juicy Music and is exclusive to Beatport for two weeks. There is a touching and sentimental story behind the making of this track that MAKJ has spoken about, ”I was on a plane when I made it, and I saw a hot flight attendant…” -MAKJ. Also the man himself has just launched an incredible new contest on Talenthouse that is giving up and coming producers a chance to create a track with him and release it onto a major record label. You can find that contest HERE.

MAKJ – Hold Up (Original Mix) | Beatport

W&W – Thunder (Official Teaser)

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After tons of speculation, we’re finally blessed with the heavy, official teaser to W&W’s brand new track, ‘Thunder’. Releasing to Beatport on May 20th, we’re excited to see this banger explode during festival season. Those attending EDC Las Vegas, keep your ears open for this track, as we predict its support from top notch artists will only grow. Check back in a couple weeks for the official release.

Sub Focus & Alex Clare – Endorphins (Official Music Video)

The catchy Sub Focus track “Endorphins” is officially a music video! You might have heard the original or maybe the Tommy trash remix, but no one can deny that Alex Clare’s voice sounds like he’s saving lives all over the world. The video features a SWAT-like team that doesn’t want people listening to music, so they destroy their records and music players, which literally sounds like the worst time imaginable. How would you, Techi readers, feel  if the government told you that you couldn’t listen to music anymore? Let us know and enjoy the video!

Odysseus – Hit It Again EP [Preview]

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One of my favorite labels nowadays is Jaymo & Andy George’s Black Moda. So when I see a new Black Moda release, I get chills before I even have a chance to listen to it and Odysseus does not disappoint with his newest works. Rhythmic and sensual are Odysseus’s game; gotta love this guy’s style. Unfortunately this is just a preview, but we will keep you all posted with a link once this jem hits stores.

Odysseus – Hit It Again EP [Preview] | Stream Only

Boards of Canada Announces New Album “Tomorrow’s Harvest”

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Boards of Canada fans were in for a surprise when a Redditor posted an interesting sample that he found during 2013′s Record Store Day, featuring a short clip of familiar-sounding ambient melodies amidst static. It was soon discovered to be part of a larger viral campaign that had fans scouring the video for eerie videos, codes, and audio clips; the hard work payed off and we’ve been rewarded with the announcement of Boards of Canada’s first release since 2006. This musical group helped define the ‘intelligent dance music’ scene along with artists like Aphex Twin, and their prowess with creating mystical, hypnotic music has been dearly missed. Fans of the group have been rejoicing with the great news, but if you missed out on the group during their initial run now’s the time to get caught up. We’ve included a few of their older tracks below, which should get you ready for when Tomorrow’s Harvest launches on June 10th with 17 new tracks.

Dayvan Cowboy

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Peacock Tail

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An Eagle In Your Mind

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Turquoise Hexagon Sun

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Roygbiv

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Smokes Quantity

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Robbie Rivera & Frederico Scavo – Jump (Original and Remixes)

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Today is the release of Robbie Rivera and Frederico Scavo’s Original track ‘Jump’ and the Remix Package. This release includes remixes by MAKJ, My Digital Enemy and Mike Vale. Our favorite out of the bunch is definitely the Original version and the MAKJ Remix. MAKJ gives “Jump” an electro house makeover that is suitable for clubs and festivals. We saw him play this at Avalon in Hollywood and the crowd wen’t absolutely insane. Robbie Rivera once again knocks another release out of the park. Check out the remixes below and let us know which one is your favorite!

Robbie Rivera & Frederico Scavo – Jump (Remixes) | Beatport

Realboy – Cable Basics EP

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Realboy, the robotic funk master, has come to us with his most recent release, fresh off the press of Temple Music Group. Austen Jacobsen electrifies our ears with a work worthy of being swooned over, titled Cable Basics —— a multi-genred four track EP. Although this is his first official release, it is quite promising; Cable Basics features some of Realboy’s most unique sounding tunes to date. Half of the songs, one of which includes live instrumentation and vocals, were recorded in merely a couple of days, giving a sample of Realboy’s polished finesse. Check out the whole EP for a trip into Realboy’s surreal tunage.

Realboy – Cable Basics EP | Beatport

Fiasko Daniels – The EP

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Born with Synesthesia, Joey “Fiasko” Daniels has always had an unusually deep connection to music. An Insomniac Discovery Project winner in 2012, the star of critically accalimed Samsung Europe Commercial “Unleash Your Fingers: Next Generation”, Fiasko has very quickly climbed his way into the international spotlight. Having already shared the stage with noteworthy acts such as Zomboy, Le Castle Vania, Kill Paris, Candyland AndDrop!, Richie Hawtin, Nasty Nasty and super trio Krewella it was no surprise when Techibeats Records came knocking to sign him . Now, Fiasko Daniels is pleased to releases his debut EP appropriately titled “The EP”. Combining formant-filter vowel work, progressive builds and heavy drums, Fiasko plans on standing out from the rest, by making his music “speak”.

Fiasko Daniels – The EP | Beatport

Timo Maas – Lifer (Album)

LiferWith the influx of new talent in the electronic music scene, it’s always nice to see one of the veterans still hustling and holding his own. Timo Maas is certainly one of the more experienced members in the scene – starting off his DJ career in the 90s and earning a significant amount of mainstream recognition in the early 2000s – and you can hear it on Lifer with his polished house sounds and album-oriented production approach. There’s plenty of diverse sounds on the album; from the intense and progressive “Train In My Kitchen” to the intimate and moody “Articulation”, Lifer covers plenty of ground and holds many surprises. Check out our selection of tracks below and grab the full 11-track album off of Beatport!

Timo Maas – Lifer | Beatport

Kick 1 Kick 3 (Original Mix)

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Articulation feat. Katie Cruel (Original Mix)

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Train In My Kitchen (Original Mix)

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Cash Johnny (Original Mix)

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The Hunted feat. James Lavelle (Original Mix)

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Laidback Luke & Hardwell – Dynamo (Original Mix)

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This one was destined to be an anthem right from the start; Laidback Luke and Hardwell’s latest hit “Dynamo” was released off of Luke’s Mixmash Records today and boasts a big house sound that is sure to get much play during festival season.  The adrenaline-inducing synths, intense drops, and pounding, deep bass make this one a must listen for any electro or Dutch house fan. It’s a collaboration that just works well, and hopefully these two will continue working together on productions; they definitely haven’t seen the last of each other, with both performing at festivals such as Electric Zoo over the summer. Check it out below and grab the full release on Beatport!

Laidback Luke & Hardwell – Dynamo (Original Mix) | Beatport

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