SIMINA GRIGORIU RELEASES DEBUT EP FOR DRUMCODE LTD, ‘DECLARE ME’

Out Now Across All Streaming Platforms

One of techno’s most exciting talents, Simina Grigoriu has been breezing through career milestones at break-neck speed in recent years. Following a mammoth inaugural release on Drumcode Ltd with ‘Flight Tracker’ in December 2023, which was featured on Vol. 12 of the imprint’s esteemed ‘A-Sides’ compilation series, the Berlin-based sensation now returns with her debut EP for the label, ‘Declare Me’.

Featuring four heavily driving underground cuts, the ‘Declare Me’ EP is a true declaration of Simina’s arrival to the international stage. Having been a staunch contributor to the European scene for many years, her discography and label affiliates now reflect an artist who has well and truly broken into the upper echelons of the industry.

Simina’s 'Declare Me' EP encapsulates the essence of driving techno, tailored for those intense peak time moments. Each cut is a testament to Grigoriu’s mastery in creating music that is both powerful and immersive. 'Declare Me', 'Astral Waters', 'Technology Of Prayer' and 'The Right Calibre' are crafted to dominate darkened, sweaty clubs, with relentless beats and deep, resonant basslines that keep the energy high and the dancefloor moving. These tracks are quintessential Grigoriu: raw, hypnotic and designed to captivate the senses in the most intense settings.

Simina Grigoriu’s rise to prominence has been marked by her relentless dedication and innovative sound palette. From her early days as a DJ to her transition into a celebrated producer, Grigoriu has consistently pushed the boundaries of techno music, opting for a raw and refined strain of the genre that celebrates Berlin’s storied club culture. Known for her compelling techno anthems, her debut EP on Drumcode Ltd signifies another cardinal milestone in her career, elevating her profile once again within the global techno community.

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LAROZ TEAMS UP WITH BEMET ON STUNNING NEW SINGLE ‘SEGU TONJON’ FT. BASSEKOU KOUYATÉ

Out Now Via Connected

Following the success of his collaborative single ‘Uma Ya Ye’ alongside Niv Ast on Sincopat just a few weeks ago, one of dance music’s most authentic voices, Laroz, marks his debut release on Connected with another stunning collaboration, this time alongside Lisbon-based producer, Bemet. Featuring the blissful vocal talents of Bassekou Kouyaté, ‘Segu Tonjon’ is primed for both the dancefloor and at-home listening spaces, reflecting three artists who are at the forefront of tribal-influenced dance music.

The sublime ‘Segu Tonjon’ is a rich tapestry of Afro drums and melodies that transports listeners to a vibrant auditory landscape. Intricate percussive elements infuse the music with vivid colors, creating dynamic and immersive rolling grooves. Bassekou Kouyaté's expressive vocals are a standout feature, imbuing each track with a profound sense of spirituality and depth. Complementing these elements are the soft focus melodies that weave through the soundscape, accompanied by the natural ambiance of jungle bird calls and organic hits. Together, these components blend seamlessly to produce a warming, soul-drenched sound that resonates deeply and lingers in the listener's mind.

With a career marked by a deep understanding and exploration of diverse musical genres, Laroz has established himself as a trailblazer in the electronic music world. His music seamlessly blends contemporary tech house, deep house, and dance club music with the evocative sounds of his Mediterranean roots. Laroz's extensive discography includes releases on esteemed labels such as Diynamic, Sol Selectas, Selador, Exploited, Frau Blau and his own imprints, Man House and Camel Riders. His unique sound has earned him a place among the top echelons of the music industry, with tracks frequently appearing on Beatport's Techno and Progressive House charts and being played by renowned DJs like DJ Solumun, Acid Pauli, and Unders.

Bemet, an artist recognized on Forbes' influential 30 Promising Youngsters of 2020 list, brings his prodigious talent and innovative spirit to this collaboration. A former precocious jazz talent and a GRAMMY nominee, Bemet graduated from Berklee College of Music and now commands a revered live show, performing at prestigious venues like Cercle Music and ADE. His recent minimal house album, ‘Lobster,’ released on Chez Damier's H24 label in August 2022, showcased his evolving style and musical versatility.

BEN KANG RELEASES KOREAN PSYTRANCE/TECHNOALPHABET SONG ‘GANADARA’ AND MV FROM KOREA

After releasing remixes of popular k-pop groups 2NE1, Aespa and Le Sserafim, Korean American DJ and producer Ben Kang releases his debut original release with ‘GANADARA’. The track is his first featuring his own original vocals, which recite the Korean alphabet Hangul. The lyrics are accompanied by a 143 BPM driving techno bassline and the choruses explode in alarm-like synth blasts, bass stabs and D&B breaks.

The artwork showcases early ancient forms of Korean writing and the music video showcases him wearing a hanbok, the traditional clothing of the earliest Koreans. The MV captures Ben doing cheeky dances and comedic public performances at various historic sites in Seoul including Gwanghwamun, the Sejong the Great Statue, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village. The song releases on the day he’ll be opening for Sabai’s album release party at Bardot and a week before his debut performance at Academy for the K-pop/EDM event series Electrik Seoul.

Artist and producer Ben Kang lives at the intersection between genres, ethnicities and mediums. His sound combines hard hitting house, techno and bass music with golden age all the way to modern 4th gen K-pop. Blending dance, comedy and culture, his background has led him to bring together the depth and beauty of K-culture with the energy and excitement of the US dance music scene. Ben Kang has performed at venues including Avant Gardner in Brooklyn, the historic Hollywood Palladium and Catch One in LA and soon the Midway in SF for BTO’s festival in August. He’s been supported by acts like Manila Killa at Insomniac’s first K-pop EDM event Electrik Seoul and publications like Dancing Astronaut and EDM.com. Upcoming include collaborations with traditional Korean singers and instrumentalists and filmed DJ live set performances from his annual desert rave.

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