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Celebrating 15 Years of deadmau5 – Strobe: A Progressive House Masterpiece
Fifteen years ago, on September 3, 2009, deadmau5 released ‘Strobe’, a track that has since become a defining moment in the progressive house genre and a cornerstone of his illustrious career. As the sixth single from his album ‘For Lack of a Better Name’, ‘Strobe’ captivated listeners with its intricate melodies, gradual build-up, and emotional depth, quickly earning its place as one of electronic music’s most celebrated compositions.
‘Strobe’ transcended the typical dance track, resonating deeply with audiences and solidifying deadmau5, also known as Joel Zimmerman, as a trailblazer in the electronic music scene. The track’s origins trace back to an earlier work titled ‘Then We Stood Still’, which Zimmerman teased on his YouTube channel months before the official release, generating significant anticipation among fans.
With its timeless appeal, ‘Strobe’ has accumulated over 100 million streams and remains a staple in deadmau5‘s live sets, often serving as a mesmerizing closing track. The song’s enduring influence is a testament to deadmau5‘s unparalleled talent and vision, making it a landmark in the history of progressive house.
deadmau5’s impact on electronic music goes beyond ‘Strobe’. Known for his creativity and technical prowess, he has left an indelible mark on the EDM scene. His journey, marked by numerous hit albums, high-profile collaborations, and even legal battles over his iconic mouse helmet, reflects his unwavering commitment to his craft and his unique place as one of the most influential and polarizing figures in electronic music.
‘Strobe’ is more than just a track; it’s a symbol of deadmau5’s legacy and his ability to create music that transcends time, touching the hearts of listeners across generations. As we celebrate its 15th anniversary, ‘Strobe’ continues to inspire and captivate, standing as a testament to the enduring power of truly great music.
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New EDM Friday July 17: Tiësto, David Guetta, MORTEN & More
New EDM Friday July 17 brings new music from Tiësto, Caleb Arredondo, MORTEN, David Guetta, Sara Landry, What So Not, and more.
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Deadlynoiz Drops New Bass House Track ‘No Sleep’
Deadlynoiz continues his steady release schedule this year with the new bass house track ‘No Sleep.’
From the word go Deadlynoiz grabs your attention with ‘No Sleep’ as its powerful driving low end kicks in. Much like his release schedule, this track is relentless as it keeps on pumping from start to finish with a heavy kick and wild synths. Deadlynoiz has a strong background in dubstep which is very apparent in this track from its sound design during the choruses. He manages to bring together several different aggressive lead sounds making each section sound diverse as well as delivering a bass face activating low end.
Deadlynoiz’s knack for creative sound design comes as no surprise as he has an impressive catalogue of dubstep and drum & bass to his name. Since kicking off the year with the monstrous dubstep banger ‘Lucid’ he’s since gone on to garner over 100,000 streams on Spotify. Taking inspiration from the likes of Kompany, MYR, and Teddy Killerz, he has already established a distinctive style which can take many artists years to find. With a remix competition win under his belt and a fast-growing fan base, there’s no doubt that Deadlynoiz is on the up.
‘No Sleep’ is another great addition to Deadlynoiz’s repertoire of hard-hitting tracks. He set out to make a song that people will just want to play loud and ‘No Sleep’ certainly fits the bill for that. With his unbelievable work rate, we’re sure to be hearing more from Deadlynoiz very soon.
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Finnish Duo Thomas Will Release 10th Anniversary Album ‘In House We Trust’
Thomas Will have had an astonishing music career since forming in 2016 making this year their 10th anniversary. To celebrate this huge milestone they’ve released the brand-new album ‘In House We Trust.’
The album is a spectacular display of everything that’s made Thomas Will so successful over the years with an incredibly impressive amalgamation of styles. ‘In House We Trust’ has influences from the worlds of future rave, deep house, progressive house, and many more genres which Tuomas Hukkanen and Wili-Veikko Nuutinen have brought together expertly. Their signature festival house style shines with their caption on Spotify for the album encapsulating the albums energy perfectly, “For the dancefloors.”
The opening track ‘For You’ kicks off the album with a sound tailor made for festivals which continues into the next few tracks. ‘Coutoure’ is a real high point on the album with an incredibly catchy bassline that’s sure to get fists pumping. The album then shifts more towards progressive house with the wonderfully euphoric ‘Back To Me’ and ‘Got No Love’ which add another dimension to ‘In House We Trust.’ Each song has new unique leads and bass sounds keeping each song feeling fresh showing the creative capabilities of Thomas Will. They display every bit of skill that’s come to be expected from the seasoned producers who always deliver immaculate dancefloor energy.
‘In House We Trust’ is a perfect celebration of Thomas Will’s illustrious career and shows why they’ve been so highly regarded over the last 10 years. Here’s to the next 10 years of fantastic festival house from the Finnish duo.
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