HARTSHORN RETURNS TO BASSCON RECORDS WITH HIS NEWEST EUPHORIC HARDSTYLE TRACK, "OCEAN"

The American producer returns to the label with an emotional ballad presented in a lively happy hardcore package

American producer and DJ Hartshorn returns to Basscon Records with his third single, “Ocean,” set to be released on October 11th.

 

Ocean” is a love ballad wrapped in the euphoria of modern happy hardcore. The track sets sail with soaring synth stabs and a smitten female vocal hook that’s drawn into the current of a new romance. Anthemic leads and thunderous kicks bring the emotion to


its peak, embodying the feeling of deep affection of being swept away in the sweet embrace of that special someone.

 

Speaking about the track, Hartshorn shared his inspiration: “I wanted to bring

everything that modern happy hardcore is: soulful vocals with chops, big uplifting leads and a driving reverse bass to bring it home.”

 

Denver native Hartshorn has firmly established himself as one of the leading names in the American hardcore scene. Self-proclaimed as the ‘American face of happy

hardcore,’ he is known for propagating the sounds of the UK hard dance genre for the last decade. He has previously released two singles on the label, “Erase Me” and

“Thinkin’ About You,” which earned radio support from notable names like Hixxy, Outforce, MKN, Jake Ryan, and Matduke, as well as press coverage from Moon Lvnding, EDM Identity, Filthy Beat Inspectors, and Festival Season.

 

A seasoned performer, Hartshorn has graced the stages of renowned events such as Wasteland, Beyond Wonderland, Clubland Live, and Hardcore Heaven. His sound has caught the attention and support of tastemakers including Kayzo, Jordan Suckley, Timmy Trumpet, and Showtek.

 

“Ocean” promises to be another powerful addition to Hartshorn’s growing repertoire, contrasting heartfelt, emotional depth with the spirit and energy of happy hardcore,

ensuring a lasting impact on those who listen.

Hartshorn is an international leader in the happy hardcore and UK hardcore scene. His vast dynamic of hardstyle, hard dance, happy hardcore, and drum & bass captures his talented production skills.

Hartshorn’s performances include Basscon’s Wasteland, Beyond Wonderland, and Ultra Music Festival as he continues to cement his sounds across the globe."

 

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MEROW RELEASED HIS NEW EP BASS RELATED VOL. 1 OUT NOW ON STMPD RCRDS

Merow, one of the rising stars in the electronic music scene, is releasing her first ever EP, BASS RELATED VOL. 1. This three-track project showcases Merow’s innovative approach to bass-driven music, blending raw energy with diverse grooves. The EP features the following tracks:

  1. Merow – ILY

  2. Merow – The Moshpit

  3. Merow – To The Beat

The journey of BASS RELATED VOL. 1 was born during Merow's first international summer tour, an experience that was transformative both creatively and personally. The EP highlights this sonic experimentation, capturing the energy of live performances and festival atmospheres.

"Working on this EP during my tour was such a special process for me," says Merow. "I had the chance to experiment with new sounds, combining bass elements with different grooves. One of the most exciting things was creating a tempo-change track with a UK Garage influence, which was something I hadn't done before."

The EP’s standout track, "ILY," made its debut at Tomorrowland, where the crowd's reaction was nothing short of electric. Adding to the EP’s polish, Merow mixed and mastered BASS RELATED VOL. 1 at the renowned STMPD studios, known for some of the best sound engineering in the industry. 

BASS RELATED VOL. 1 reflects Merow’s growth as an artist, celebrating the joy of creative exploration while offering a glimpse of what’s to come.

YTRAM AND LADANZA HAVE CREATE AN AMAZING MASTERPIECE THE GAME OUT NOW ON STMPD RCRDS

Martin Garrix has been reawakening his aliases, and now, under his Ytram moniker, he teams up with LADANZA for the electrifying new track The Game. Premiered during Garrix’s iconic RAI Amsterdam set in 2023, the track immediately caught the attention of fans but was kept under wraps—until now.

The Game is a fresh and dynamic addition to Ytram’s catalog, with LADANZA’s captivating vocals perfectly complementing the deep, bass-driven soundscape. This release marks another exciting chapter in Garrix’s alias revivals and there might be more to come..