MADDY O’NEAL TAPS GRIZ-COLLABORATOR PROBCAUSE FOR “LOCKED IN,” THE LEAD SINGLE OFF HER FORTHCOMING LP VITAL SIGNS

“Locked In” releases ahead of the soulful bass queen’s momentous direct support slot for REZZ at Red Rocks

“‘Locked In’ seemed to be the appropriate first single for the new record. I teamed up with one of my oldest friends in the industry, ProbCause, for this banger, and it felt like a full circle moment. The feel and sound design choices are reminiscent of the old school dubstep I came up listening to. Lyrically, there's a line in the track that really sums up the song’s themes, "Did the whole thing my way/Lighters up if u down with me/Independent from the underground/ Got my days ones all proud of me.” To make a track like this with a buddy of mine who has witnessed my entire journey, where we’ve been rooting each other on every step of the way, was pretty special.” - Maddy O’Neal 

“‘Locked In’ was such a fun tune to make. Maddy and I have both been grinding alongside each other for years, and to come together at this moment in our careers feels really special.” - ProbCause

Following her electrifying performances at Ultra Music Festival, Lightning In A Bottle and Electric Forest, and ahead of her direct support slot at REZZ’s upcoming Red Rocks show, Denver-based electro-soul luminary Maddy O'Neal is charting a course for nonstop growth.

Throughout her illustrious career, O’Neal has carved her own lane in the dance music scene with her magnetic soulful bass stylings, and hypnotic, hybrid DJ/drum pad live performances - a musical identity that’s led her to perform at renowned festivals such as Coachella, Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, and more. 

In addition to playing these world-class events, O’Neal has embarked on tours and collaborative endeavors with esteemed artists such as Pretty Lights, CloZee, Big Gigantic, and The Floozies. Through her triumphant journey, she has cultivated a devoted fanbase enchanted by her seamless fusion of shimmering, melodic electro-soul with infectious funky rhythms and gripping, synth-driven basslines.

Now, following the release of her collaborative single “Come For You” alongside Defunk, O’Neal is revving toward her next full-length album, VITAL SIGNS. Centered around themes of personal evolution - and navigating the emotional waves that come with a changing interior and exterior world - VITAL SIGNS will see O’Neal explore a bevy of genres, and forge her artistic throughline within a wide swath of soundscapes. 

Today, fans get their first taste of VITAL SIGNS with the LP’s lead single, “Locked In,” a collaboration with rapper and frequent GRiZ-collaborator ProbCause. Combining old school dubstep aesthetics with smooth flows from ProbCause, “Locked In” is an acute representation of O’Neal’s genre-blending mastery and an apt tone-setter for the worldbuilding of the VITAL SIGNS era.

As long time friends and collaborators, O’Neal and ProbCause meld seamlessly on “Locked In.” Kicking off with a pulsating 80s-style synth bass punctuated by dubstep drum rhythms, the song envelops the listener with layers of futuristic synth arpeggios and background vocal chops. The track builds with a buttery smooth cadence from ProbCause, who spits about his aspirations - and the mental toughness it takes to get there. 

“Locked In” then drops into a section that appropriately matches its title - a high-impact drop that combines hypnotizing bass wubs, a rotation of drum sounds, and otherworldly sound design into a cacophony of electronic music bliss. In its complete sonic immersion, this central section evokes a sense of heart-pumping motivation - a perfect auditory depiction of the locked in mindset. 

Finally, after a stirring verse from ProbCause that illustrates the record’s profound themes, “Locked In” finishes with a powerful drop - a swirling bass concoction that concludes the listening experience with a cathartic climax. 

Fans can see O’Neal playing “Locked In” and other VITAL SIGNS tracks on her upcoming tour dates - including her direct support slot for REZZ at Red Rocks this August. 

Maddy O’Neal tour dates
7/17/24 - 7/19/24: Secret Dreams Music Festival - Thornville, OH
7/26/24: Shambhala Music Festival - Salmo, British Columbia, CA
8/9/24: Summer’s End Smokeout - Republic, MI
8/16/24: Pepsi Amphitheater - Flagstaff, AZ
8/23/24: Bethel Woods Center w/ Pretty Lights (MADHAUS) - Bethel, NY
8/30/24: Red Rocks Amphitheatre - Morrison, CO
9/5/24 - 45 East (Cascade Equinox pre-party) - Portland, OR
9/26/24 - 9/29/24: Wakaan Music Festival - Ozark, Arkansas
10/24/24 - Suwannee Hulaween - Live Oak, FL

ProbCause tour dates
7/27/24 - Bowstring Brewyard w/ The Vibeline - Wilmington, NC
8/2/24 - Cervantes Ballroom w/ The Vibeline (Official Pretty Lights After Party) - Denver, CO

BALTHAZAR AND JACKROCK DROP THEIR ‘PRANA FLOW’ EP ON FILTH ON ACID!

Bulgarian legends Balthazar & JackRock hit Filth on Acid with their latest EP, "Prana Flow”.

The EP kicks off with title track "Prana Flow", which boosts ethereal vocals and a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that takes you on a mesmerising journey.

"Aria" cranks up the energy with its big room feel and powerful operatic vocals, creating an otherworldly scene.

Next up is "Serpentine," blending rich melodic basses with irresistible tones for a unique and immersive vibe.

Lastly, "Tension," pulls you into acid soundscapes and builds relentless, spine-tingling anticipation for an unforgettable experience.

Balthazar & JackRock's "Prana Flow" EP showcases their innovative style and mastery of electronic music, adding a fresh and exciting twist to the techno scene.

GRASSROOTS UNDERGROUND MUSIC FESTIVAL OFF THE GRID CAMPOUT UNVEILS FULL LINEUP FOR UPCOMING EIGHTH EDITION

Off The Grid Campout 2024 is the desert event’s first installment following its legal victory over John Summit

Known for programming 76 straight hours of house, techno, drum n’ bass and more, the marathon festival’s 2024 lineup features 150+ acts, including luminaries such as Gary Richards (aka Destructo) Sunrise Sermon, Mija, Doorly, Pillowtalk (Live), Gettoblaster, Gina Turner, and Jimpster

Friday, October 10 - Monday, October 14, 2024 at Sirius Ranch in Apple Valley, CA

Off The Grid’s experiential offerings include art cars, installations, yoga, live music, special themed camps, a ‘young DJ’ stage and more

The festival has also launched a DJ competition, where budding artists can enter to win the grand prize of a lifetime: performing at Off The Grid Campout's flagship 2024 event, the recently-announced debut edition of Off The Grid Campout Austin, the 2025 installment of floating music cruise FriendShip, and more 

“THIS IS ALL FOR YOU” 

- Mikey Made, Off The Grid Campout-founder

Following its lengthy, public legal battle with John Summit, grassroots underground music festival Off The Grid Campout has just unveiled the full lineup for its eighth edition from Friday, October 10 - Monday, October 14 at Sirius Ranch in Apple Valley, California. 

With over 150 acts on its lineup, The High Desert camping festival - which is known for curating a dynamic roster of forward-thinking, left-of-center selectors - will enter this fall with full control over its own destiny, further cementing itself as a nonstop musical marathon steeped in a community-oriented, intimate atmosphere

Boasting 76+ hours of uninterrupted sounds, Off The Grid Campout 2024 will feature an eclectic array of house and techno heavyweights, as well as artists from the live, bass, and DNB spaces. Headliners include electronic music icon and event impresario Gary Richards (aka Destructo) doing a special sunrise sermon set, genre-blending OWSLA-darling Mija, live-electronic duo PillowTalk, Chicago-house legend Gettoblaster, Pete Tong-certified house DJ and Doorly, DJ polymath and yoga teacher Gina Turner, and British deep house producer/DJ Jimpster. 

The festival will additionally welcome performances from Wolfy Lights w/ KJ Sawka, DJ Sneak, Kevin Knapp, Thee-O, Donald Glaude (DNB Set), Rabbit In The Moon, Dela Moon, Anton Tumas, Beacon Bloom, DJ Dan, DJ Reza, Friendly Fire, Left/Right, Max & Dana, Nightstalker (Techno Set), S-Doobie w/ MC Dino, SOOHAN, Tone Of Arc (Live).

The Off The Grid Campout lineup includes a huge assortment of other talented DJs who will all contribute to the festival’s continuous party atmosphere.

This year’s Off The Grid Campout will also feature a plethora of hosted stages and crew takeovers, solidifying the event as an inclusive congregation space for all underground music lovers.

Outside of the expertly-curated lineup, Off The Grid Campout will present a bevy of experiential offerings, including art cars, interactive installations, comedy sets, fire performances, a healing sanctuary, food and beverage vendors, a marketplace, themed camps, workshops, yoga, a Thursday pre-party, and more. 

Off The Grid Campout 2024 will also host a pre-festival DJ competition, where the winner will get the opportunity to play this year’s festival and the just-announced, inaugural Off The Grid Campout event in Austin; headline the long-running SoCal house & techno party series Space Taco; be flown out to play the 2025 edition of Gary Richards’ premier nautical music event FriendShip; and sign with a management company. All you have to do to enter is upload a 60-minute mix titled “Road To OTG” onto SoundCloud or Mixcloud, and share it on your socials with a link to an originally produced track. The deadline for the competition is August 1, 2024.

Another unique inclusion at this year’s Off The Grid Campout will be the ‘young DJ’ stage. On Sunday, October 13, the festival will dedicate one of its stages to showcase starry-eyed, aspiring DJs - a unique wrinkle in the event’s programming that positions Off The Grid Campout as an authentic nurturer of dance music’s future generations.

What makes this upcoming edition of Off The Grid Campout particularly special is that it is the first installment following the festival’s lengthy legal spout with tech-house giant John Summit - a public battle that resulted in a massive victory for Off The Grid Campout and the event’s ability to retain its namesake.

Event producer/DJ Mikey Made created Off The Grid Campout in 2015, which began as a tiny desert party with less than 50 people. Following the event’s multi-year hiatus and eventual return in 2019, Off The Grid Campout has since evolved into a 1200-person, four-day festival, bumping 24/7 music across multiple stages and genres.

With its focus on grassroots community building and platforming artists on-the-rise, Off The Grid Campout has cultivated an inclusive, positive atmosphere that truly feels like a family-reunion for its repeat-attendees and performers.

When John Summit launched his Off The Grid label and event series in 2022, the sheer marketing power and name recognition of the global superstar threatened to completely overshadow and dilute everything Off The Grid Campout had built. In a dance music David vs. Goliath story, Mikey Made refused to back down and lose his brand: he entered a legal back-and-forth that saw the small, homegrown Mojave Desert music festival go up against one of the biggest names in electronic music and his team of bullies. Through his grit, perseverance, and conviction for the culture he had built, MIkey Made came away triumphant with full rights to the Off The Grid brand name - a rare example of a DIY music community member winning against the nefarious, incessant corporate music machine. 

The victory speaks to the strength of not only Mikey Made, but of the entire Off The Grid Campout community who stood by his side. It was a win for them all - and it’ll be celebrated in earnest this fall at the upcoming edition of the festival.

The special installation of Off The Grid Campout 2024 will be preceded by the inaugural Off The Grid Campout Austin, which will take place on the water at River Forest Haven from Friday, September 27 - Sunday, September 29, 2024. More details to come soon.