DUSKUS REVEALS SOOTHING DRUM-INFUSED SINGLE “HOLDING U” OUT NOW VIA BITBIRD

London-based artist Duskus has been diligently honing his musical skills and passion from a young age. Since the inception of the Duskus project in 2015, the UK producer continues to strive to create music that is filled with raw emotion while still compelling listeners’ to get up and dance. As he remains an unforgettable creative force in the bitbird family, Duskus returns to the label with his latest offering, “Holding U.” The single embodies the hallmarks of classic Duskus record with a soothing, drum-infused soundscape. Out now, “Holding U” is available to stream across all platforms.

Following the release of his recent single “Hard Times” from earlier this year, Duskus delivers his second original offering of the year. “Holding U” serves as a shining addition to his discography, as he explores various drum and rhythmic instrumentals. The single emulates yearning emotion while the experimental soundscape reflects his artistic identity. Duskus incorporates melodic elements, breaks, and resonating vocals in “Holding U” that intertwine in a seemingly effortless manner. Forging his own path and pulling inspiration from various genres like UK garage and house, to acts like The 1975, Duskus’ ongoing musical exploration has captivated audiences across the globe.

Duskus’ musical journey began in 2015 with his debut single “The First Route” marking the first official bitbird release ever. Label boss San Holo’s discovery of the budding artist has steered his path in a very promising direction since then. Duskus has become a household name on the bitbird imprint with notable releases like his “cute” EP in 2018, the collaborative single “Be There One More Time” with Taska Black, “Rising” EP in 2020, and more. In addition to his releases on bitbird, Duskus also co-launched his own imprint Kaleido with Subtact in 2015 with a handful of singles. His sonically diverse catalog also garnered the attention of ODESZA’s Family Foreign Collective and in 2019 he released his sophomore EP, “In Retrospect” on the imprint. Capturing the attention of dance music lovers around the world, Duskus supported San Holo on his album1 tour in the US and Europe and performed at iconic venues such as Red Rocks, Melkweg, Exchange LA, and more. He’ll also be joining San Holo on his North America tour later this year.

With each subsequent release, Duskus continues to solidify his place within the indie dance music realm with his poignant soundscapes and ability to transcend genre confines. His latest single “Holding U” showcases the London producer’s ever-widening musical prowess and ability to craft impassioned records.

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PROLIFIC TRAP PRODUCER UZ RETURNS WITH FIRST TRACK OF THE YEAR, “FOCUS” TEAMS UP WITH CAT OWENS FOR DEBUT NFT DROP

FORTHCOMING MIX LP, 'TRINITY (DELUXE EDITION)', 

OUT 10/22

Esteemed French DJ and producer UZ is back on the release radar with his first original single of 2021, ‘Focus.’ The track has been released in conjunction with a visual NFT designed by coveted graphic designer, Cat Owens. “Focus” serves as the lead single from the influential trap star’s upcoming deluxe LP, Trinity (Deluxe Edition), featuring hit tracks from the original Trinity LP, new originals, and exclusive remixes from well-known bass and trap producers, such as Great Dane, HWLS, Bailo, and more. The mix LP’s first single ‘Focus’ is out now via UZ’s own imprint, Quality Goods Records, and precedes the release of Trinity (Deluxe Edition), out October 22nd.

‘Focus’ kicks off with an ominous soundscape before erupting with a hard-hitting bass drop. The single displays UZ’s classic sound that both old and new fans alike know and love. Packing a punch with glitchy textures and a raw sonic intensity from beginning to end, the 3-minute-long track is a certified trap hit, delivering a transmissible fire to listeners' eardrums. The high-octane offering primes listeners for what UZ has to offer on his forthcoming deluxe mix LP. ‘Focus’ sets UZ up for massive success in the tail-end of 2021.

"This piece is an abstract interpretation of UZ's track 'Focus,' which carries a light-weight, ethereal energy that transports one to the heavens. The animation focuses on isolating different elements of the track to allow the listener and viewer to pick up on the complexities and richness of the music. The abstract nature of using simple shapes allows the viewer to remove themselves from the world and focus entirely on the music through the use of light, material, and color.”

- Cat Owens

About Cat Owens -- A multidisciplinary freelance art director and designer based in Los Angeles. She has created animated and static graphics in a wide range of styles and mediums for a variety of organizations and artists, particularly in the music industry. Project types have included stage graphics, animated visualizers, merch, event flyers, etc. Some clients include Atlantic Records, NTS Radio, Big Beat Records, 300 Entertainment, Cardi B, Lil Skies, and many more. You can find her work at www.catowens.com. 
 

Since first exploding into the scene in 2012 with his ‘Trap Shit’ series of 25 genre-defining trap classics, French-born DJ and producer UZ has remained an active voice in trap and bass through his imprint, Quality Goods Records. The original Trinity LP - released in 2020 - marked his third studio album release, and was preceded by his acclaimed 2018 LP The Rebirth, and his 2017 debut LP Layers, which peaked at #24 on Billboard’s Dance/Electronic Album chart. UZ continues to dominate the trap scene with his extensive discography of over 200 releases featuring singles and collaborations with major artists such as T-Pain, Flosstradamus, Zeds Dead, OG Maco, and more. The esteemed talent has taken over global stages at Coachella, Sonar, EDC Las Vegas, and Ultra Music Festival throughout his career as a trap producer. His upcoming Trinity (Deluxe) remix album takes his established and influential work to the next level.

‘Focus’ gives listeners a look into what’s in store for UZ in his upcoming deluxe LP, due for release on October 22nd. Unleashing his first release of the year, UZ continues to keep up his name as one of the greatest trap producers in the scene.

FELIX JAEHN AND ROBIN SCHULZ’S HIT SINGLE ‘I GOT A FEELING’ GETS THE REMIX TREATMENT FROM JAMES HYPE

OUT NOW VIA UNIVERSAL MUSIC

With his sophomore album, Breathe, on the horizon, German producer Felix Jaehn continues to make way for his name in the world of dance music. Building anticipation for his album, Felix Jaehn's latest knockout collaboration with Robin Schulz, ‘I Got A Feeling’ featuring Georgia Ku receives a rework courtesy of the prolific English DJ and producer James Hype. The remix follows James Hype’s latest single release, ‘Good Luck,’ in collaboration with Pia Mia in June of this year. Jame Hype’s ‘I Got A Feeling’ remix is out now across all streaming platforms via Universal Music.

Taking the pop-dance sensibilities of the original track and transforming it into a deeper darker, techno influenced house track, James Hype introduces a captivating bassline throughout the rework. Keeping Georgia Ku’s vocals at the forefront, the remix builds into a rapturous and transmissible bassdrop. The infectious rendition engages listeners with a hypnotic, bouncy groove, showcasing the musical style of James Hype. Adding his own edge to the track, it’s primed to ignite the dancefloor on fire.

James Hype is an English house music DJ and producer. The talent has over 3 million monthly listeners on Spotify and is best known for his single ‘More than Friends’ in 2017, which reached number 8 on the UK Singles Chart and number 1 on the UK Dance Singles Chart. With his newfound success, James founded his own imprint, Stereohype, in 2020 enjoying key support from Beatport and Spotify. His remix of ‘I Got A Feeling’ follows his latest release of ‘Good Luck’ with Pia Mia.

Felix Jaehn is known all over the world by fans of every genre for his remix of OMI’s ‘Cheerleader’ but dance fans know him as a consistent hitmaker in his prime. And in February of 2018 Jaehn released his debut studio album I. After sharing multiple releases across the past year, his most recent single ‘I Got A Feeling’ has already amassed over 5 million streams in a matter of mere months. With a roaring start to the year already under his belt, Jaehn is poised for a monstrous 2021 with his upcoming album Breathe slated for release on October 1st.

With his upcoming album, Breathe, being released within the next month, Felix Jaehn’s avid fans and listeners can expect the German talent to continue to take his musical prowess to new heights and bring forth his undeniable signature sound. Jaehn continues to carve his path in the dance music world as a force to be reckoned with.