Today marks the exhilarating return of New York-based tech house duo Truth x Lies with their first release of the year “Heard About Me”. The single emerges as a vibrant celebration of their New York roots, drawing inspiration from the iconic sounds of New York hip-hop, creating an anthem that is sure to resonate with the heart of the city.
Ian Bertles and Ryan Howard, the prolific masterminds behind Truth x Lies, have meticulously blended classic hip-hop elements with the pulsating rhythms of house music, delivering a stand-out production that commands the dancefloor with its compelling beats and infectious energy. Revisiting a classic era with a fresh twist, “Heard About Me” is poised to electrify audiences nationwide, standing as a testament to their evolution and a preview for what is yet to come.
From Truth x Lies: “‘Heard About Me’ was one of those records that came together effortlessly. As New
York artists, we always love to craft productions that represent our city. This one has been a banger in
our sets and we hope you enjoy it too!”
The release of “Heard About Me” comes on the heels of a captivating pop-up performance in New York City, setting the stage for their ambitious new “Off The Menu” event series. The innovative concept, which intertwined the duo's passion for cannabis with the electrifying world of house music, is set to officially kick off on May 26 with a (literal) blazing Memorial Day weekend boat party, in partnership with iBoatNYC. With the year already off to a stellar start, the duo is determined to elevate their craft and influence, ensuring that the world of dance music continues to feel their resonant impact.
Truth x Lies, the dynamic electronic music duo composed of Ian Bertles and Ryan Howard, uniquely blends dark, evocative tech house with cleaner, modern sounds, making them a standout force in the industry. Their journey began after meeting at a record store, leading to innovative performances and original music production. Notably, they triumphed in the Insomniac Discovery Project and BONNIE X CLYDE's Bass Jam Remix Competition in 2017, marking their rise with the hit "City Lights." Since then, they've amassed over 25 million streams across all music platforms, with releases on prominent labels like hau5trap, In/Rotation Techne, and more. Their track record including chart-topping hits like the collaboration "Caroline" with CID, which alone garnered over 1.6 million streams and hit #1 on Beatport’s Hype: Tech House chart. Regularly ranked in Beatport’s Top 20 Selling Artists for Tech House, they continue to captivate audiences at major festivals such as EDC Las Vegas and venues like Echostage. Supported by top artists like Tiesto, James Hype, Martin Garrix, and Zeds Dead, to name a few, Truth x Lies continues to push the boundaries of tech house, promising another year of groundbreaking music.