Martin Garrix x Matisse & Sadko – Dragon Martin Garrix expanded his universe together with Matisse & Sadko , as they collabed on this unique piece of dance music. Building up a vibe with fierce drum works, followed by beautiful string arrangements, ‘Dragon’ turns into a huge anthem for the ages. Exciting chord progressions and stunning sound effects fit perfectly here, this is music to take you airborne. This single turns 6 years old on the 6th of July.
Martin Garrix x Matisse & Sadko – Break Through The Silence Martin Garrix and Matisse & Sadko returned 1 week later with yet another euphoric release. Exciting stuff from all involved, ‘Break Through The Silence’ is a straight-up anthem. Things start out deep, and as the vocals break out the breakdown works towards a truly powerful melodic drop. It’s a tune that sweeps you away, taking both acts’ trademark sound to new heights, turning into a hit for the ages. This collab turns 6 years old on the 13th of July.
Jauz & Ephwurd – Rock The Party Jauz and Ephwurd came together to unleash a crazy groove that had highlight written all over it. While vocals are chanting the track’s title, ‘Rock The Party’ also takes a trip into electro, trap and furious house music, it’s solid DJ stuff and surely one of the tunes dominating the scene for a while. This anthem turns 6 years old on the 17th of July.
Hardwell & Dannic ft. Haris – Survivors Revealed Recordings release, as then-worlds #1 DJ andboss Hardwell joined up with compatriot and fellow superstar Dannic for their monster ‘Survivors’ , which also features a stunning performance from singer-songwriter Haris on vocal duties. Catchy and quirky little synth hooks soon break down into a sultry and soulful vocal performance from Haris that’s bound to get crowds singing along. The big payoff comes with the drop, an explosion of energy, and hands-in-the-air riffs that was sure to find a welcome home at the duo’s various live shows that summer. This track turns 6 years old on the 20th of July.
Eric Prydz – Opus ‘Opus’ from Eric Prydz stands out from the crowd. In typical Eric Prydz fashion, he delivers a mesmerizing production that opens up with sultry melodies that are slowly but surely build into a crescendo of uplifting and euphoric synths that are sure to send you into a state of euphoria. This iconic track celebrates its birthday on the 25th of July.
David Guetta & Showtek ft. Magic! & Sonny Wilson – Sun Goes Down ‘Bad’ proving they are a match made in heaven and taking over the festival circuit gaining over 1 billion streams in the process, David Guetta and Showtek followed it up in an epic way with ‘Sun Goes Down’ . Featuring vocals from Magic! and Sonny Wilson , ‘Sun Goes Down’ blends electro-house and pop dance in a perfect way that makes you instantly love this single. This track turns 6 years old on the 31st of July.
Honorable mentions:Calvin Harris & Disciples – How Deep Is Your Love [17th July]
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