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Narayan And John Dakolias Return With Intricate New Gem, “Lonely”

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Over the past year, Narayan has gone from being an unknown producer from India, to taking over global markets one step at a time with his well-produced singles and irresistible covers. Though his catalog is still relatively small in comparison to some of his contemporaries, the young artist has achieved a large number of impressive accomplishments, among them signing his music to labels such as Simplify and MOST WANTED, as well as being enlisted to produce sample packs for companies like CR2 Records and Audentity Records. 

Rising together in the industry with your friends always feels amazing, and one of those close collaborators to Narayan is Greek talent John Dakolias, who has now just lent his voice to Narayan’s new single “Lonely.” Marking their third collaboration, “Lonely” once again displays their unmatched chemistry in full. While John Dakolias’ falsetto vocals and intimate lyrics are in the forefront, Narayan slowly builds up a summery instrumental, before allowing the arrangement to explode into a catchy and memorable drop. 

You just shared your new single “Lonely” featuring John Dakolias. Talk to us a bit about the meaning behind the song and how it came about. 

Lonely is a really personal song to me actually. I originally did a remix for one of Lauv’s track which couldn’t get released officially so I decided to turn it into an original. I sent the instrumental to John and he made a really catchy vocal melody for it. He’s a magician when it comes to vocal melodies. Actually, this is my first song where I co-wrote the lyrics as well. I sent the lyrical draft to John and he finalized them. The song revolves around the feeling of when someone gets away from you and you just want to have a talk with them. You start to feel lonely for that person and start to remember all the memories. Credits to Bonfire Records as well for working with me on the release.

Throughout your releases you are definitely showcasing a lot of diversity. What is pushing you to explore all these different sounds in each song instead of sticking to one particular genre?  

I’m all moody. Somedays I feel like I need more energy, I write a Housy, Dancy tune which will make my feet tap or some days I feel “Lonely” so I write something like my recent release. I don’t want to bind myself to a specific genre. I remember doing Dubstep and Progressive house in the past as well. 

You recently released a cover of Ed Sheeran’s “Bad Habits” with theajsound. Why do you think dance covers are so popular and beloved by fans right now?  

I think since the clubbing days are coming back as Covid is slowing down people are really looking forward to getting their bodies moving. Dance covers are really taking over the music market at the moment. But for me the reason for doing “Bad Habits” was to make the original track (which is such a banger) more of a club tune so that people can feel it in the clubs.

What part of India are you based in? What’s the EDM scene like there, and throughout India in general?  

I’m currently based in Jalandhar, Punjab which is in North India. There is not much EDM culture here in Punjab; very few people are into electronic music here. Regional Rap is the main trend. but in terms of EDM Culture in India, it is really booming as many new artists are emerging and people are really consuming dance music as their daily music. It is still yet to develop more though. I really hope to see more of dance music scene here in Punjab as well!

How did you start producing, and decide to start working towards achieving a career in music?   

I started back in 2015, when I saw an advert of Skrillex touring India. Me and my older brother got so inspired we decided to form a Duo, our dad gifted us a DJ Mixer so we could start off. We started approaching people for shows to see if anyone would tell us how the industry works but almost all people gave negative responses. But back in 2017, I started producing music as a solo artist as my elder brother decided to move his career into I.T. I am still not a full time musician but I really hope to be one in future!

We know you’ve worked on sample packs for companies like CR2 Records and Audentity Records. Talk to us a bit about how that opportunity came about? 

I still can’t believe I worked with such major companies with almost no experience with sample packs! I did my first pack for Audentity, as one of my friends was a middleman. It was my first income from music actually, so I got so inspired I started reaching out to companies who might need some sample packs but it was all in vain. But almost after a year I found CR2 records, mailed them my works and they really liked them and commissioned me to make packs for them.

You’ve also performed a mix for Taz Network which went live on a YouTube Charity show by SuicideSheep and nonprofit organization TWLOHA. How did you end up becoming a part of this massive online event?  

A major credit to my friends at Taz. The owner of Taz is such a nice person actually, I remember sending him my songs back in 2019 via facebook messages, he’d still check all my messages and reply to me even though it was a ‘no’. I sent him my mixes that I did for some other channels like YUYU1162 and DeepTropicalHouse and he asked me for this opportunity and I didn’t even think twice and said an instant yes. Kudos to Taz Network team for involving me in such a good cause! 

We know you’ve worked with a lot of vocalists so far. What has been your favourite collaboration to date, and what makes a good collaborator to you? 

A good collaborator for me is one who can understand your vision for a song and can help you to make a better version of the song. Almost all of the vocalists that I’ve worked with have their own specialties like John Dakolias with amazing vocal melodies that will catch your attention right away or theajsound with really great vocal execution, it’s really hard to name one.

What can fans expect from you in the immediate future?  

All I can say is I won’t disappoint you and since it’s the holiday season coming up, keep an eye out as well! 

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?  

I see myself representing India on the global stage, doing live shows and touring with bigger names whilst releasing tons of new music! I would never stop making music as it holds a very special place in my heart.

 

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Revelle27 Releases Debut Album REVELATIONS

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Black and white artistic portrait of DJ/producer Revelle27 (Laurie Revell) at a piano, reflecting the introspective process of creating his album, REVELATIONS.

British DJ/producer Revelle27 (Laurie Revell, formerly of Just Kiddin) today releases his debut solo album, REVELATIONS, via his new independent imprint Dance Music Therapy. The record transforms grief and introspection into euphoric dance music, threading raw voice notes with club-rooted energy.

Already championed by BBC Radio 1, KISS, DJ Mag, and MixmagREVELATIONS cements Revelle27 as one of underground electronic music’s breakout voices. Written during a period of profound personal transformation following the passing of his mother, the album captures Laurie’s search for meaning and renewal. His sound fuses late-night club energy with poignant storytelling and heartfelt intention. It’s dance music designed not just to move bodies, but to heal hearts.

Speaking about the inspiration behind the album, Laurie explains:

“REVELATIONS was made during the most difficult time of my life. My mum’s condition was getting worse, and no one could find a solution. One night, I tried some THC oil that I’d gotten to try to ease her pain. That night, I ended up going through a lot of emotions, visiting some dark places, which was all caught on an audio recording.

It was an outpouring of what I was going through at that time, my frustration, helplessness, and my search for hope. I tried to help her in any way I could, but nothing could save her. After her passing REVELATIONS became my crutch. I grieved through putting my story into these songs. I found meaning and purpose through sharing my perspective. This album has kept me afloat, but now it’s ready to lift others up.”

Tracklist:

Hands of Time
A reflective cut about longing to revisit moments with lost loved ones. Laurie explains: “It’s the feeling of wanting to go back and experience the past again… It’s OK to have regrets, it’s OK to want to go back. I allow myself to feel these things sometimes, for a moment, in a daydream. Have a cry. Get it all out. Then come back to reality, in pursuit of embracing every moment.”

She Was A Dancer
Built with pulsing energy and radiant euphoria, this track celebrates Laurie’s mother. “A celebration of my mum. An energy made for movement — to escape and elevate.”

On A Mission
A bold, kinetic single featuring Ayda Rose on vocals, originally born from Laurie’s attempts to ease his mother’s pain. “Me and Ayda had been on a mission to help my mum. She recommended doctors I would take her to see, but heartbreakingly there wasn’t a lot they could do. Three years on, it now represents my new purpose: using my music to heal others.”

Keep In Touch
A crisp, melodic reminder of the importance of connection. “The value of connection and communication — a reminder to reach out to the people we care for while we still can.”

Solitude
Atmospheric and introspective, it explores inner reckoning. “Introspection in times of isolation. Questioning my own integrity, beliefs, and priorities.”

I’ll Be Loving You
One of the most intimate tracks, balancing nostalgia with heartbreak. “This was one of the songs I got to play my mum before she passed away… when I played her this version she told me it was perfect. It’s a balancing act of emotion and intense love/pain. Grief itself.”

Take A Breath
A meditative, flowing journey that builds into intensity as natural thought paths resume. “Sometimes we need a reminder to breathe, slow down, ground ourselves. But it’s easier said than done.”

Here In My Soul
Uplifting and spiritual, this song affirms love’s permanence. “Realising that the impact of someone lives forever within you. The love remains, as can their soul and guidance.”

THC
Perhaps the most raw track on the album, born from an overwhelming night. “I was searching for something to help ease my mum’s pain… Half an hour later I was deeper than I had ever been before. I started recording. What ended up happening was a journey through paranoia, empathy and self realisation.”

The Pressure
A powerful collaboration with OJM, written in mutual grief. “The intenseness of love in combination with loss — feeling and celebrating that love that’s still there. I wrote this with my good friend OJM, who is grieving losing one of his closest friends and collaborators, Tom Parker.”

We’ll Be Together
An optimistic, forward-looking cut with a hopeful glow. “A reality in which we are re-joined with our lost loved ones eventually.”

REVELATIONS is not just an album, but a statement: that vulnerability and euphoria can coexist on the dancefloor. For Laurie, Revelle27 represents both a tribute to his mother and a new creative identity built on honesty, resilience, and joy. With REVELATIONS now released, and more music and live shows on the horizon, this marks the beginning of a bold new era — one where dance music is not just for celebration, but for transformation.

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Spotify // Apple // SoundCloud // Instagram // TikTok

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Tone Rich Gives Afro-Brazilian Rhythms With ‘Axé Ilê’ Album

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Close-up press photo of producer Tone Rich, promoting his album 'Axé Ilê', known for fusing Afro-Brazilian and global electronic rhythms.

Stepping into the ring, Tone Rich closes out the year with ‘Axé Ilê’, his anticipated artist album, highlighted here through a handpicked selection of standout cuts from the project.

A producer, artist, and sound engineer with a gift for fusing global rhythms that touch the soul, Tone Rich crafts sonic stories that move effortlessly across cultures. His sound is a seamless blend of Afro-Brazilian percussion, Hindi chants, and moments where Yorùbá spirituality meets delicate Japanese textures, creating a deeply immersive and emotionally rich listening experience.

Guiding listeners through a journey of revelation and renewal, Tone Rich taps into mind, body, and spirit. ‘Axé Ilê’ is shaped by a transformative year that took him 110,000 miles across four continents. The result is an LP rooted in profound personal rebirth and spiritual awakening, captured through vibrant rhythms and purposeful storytelling.

Opening the album is ‘Axé Rising’, a track driven by Afro-infused energy and infectious vocal elements, one that carries all the markings of a future crowd favorite. Following on is ‘Namah Shivaya Fire Within’, a powerful tapestry of Hindi-inspired soundscapes that radiate warmth and intensity. The journey continues with ‘Maré Do Ilê’, led by a breathtaking vocal performance and Tone Rich’s signature groove-led production.

Closing out this selection is the Ancestral Flow Mix of ‘Maré Do Ilê’, which pushes the track in a new direction while preserving its unmistakable vocal hook.

With ‘Axé Ilê’ out now via Enriched Sound LLC, Tone Rich’s own imprint where art, technology, and tempo pulse as one, there’s plenty more to come from this boundary-shaping creator.

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Website / Enriched Sound Website / Instagram / TikTo

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SHAB Unveils Official Music Video For ‘Skin & Bones’

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Artistic portrait of singer SHAB wearing a crown and gold wings, promoting her single "Skin & Bones" and its personal history-driven music video.

How the “Skin & Bones” Music Video Translates SHAB’s Personal History Into a Visual Narrative

The music video for Skin & Bones opens by framing the song through SHAB’s own words, using on-screen text to establish the personal context behind its creation. The opening statements reference the period in late 2019, when SHAB’s career was beginning and her husband was critically injured in a car accident, followed by months focused on recovery. From there, the video moves between images of the accident and quieter moments of daily life, intercut with scenes of SHAB singing. This structure creates a clear contrast between intimacy and disruption, allowing the visual narrative to reflect the emotional foundation of the song without embellishment. Rather than repositioning the track, the video clarifies its origin, reinforcing how personal history remains central to Skin & Bones across both its original version and the Damon Sharpe remix context.

Shared Context Between SHAB and Damon Sharpe at the Point of Creation

The relationship between SHAB and Damon Sharpe predates the remix, which gives the visual and musical continuity of Skin & Bones a clear foundation. Damon Sharpe was involved during the original writing process, giving him direct awareness of the circumstances that shaped the song before it was translated into other formats. This shared context matters in the way both the remix and the music video unfold, as neither attempts to reinterpret the song’s meaning or redirect its narrative. Instead, the video’s restrained visual language and the remix’s measured production choices reflect an understanding of the song’s emotional boundaries. Because both contributors were present at the song’s inception, the final result feels aligned rather than additive, allowing Skin & Bones to move across visual and electronic spaces without losing its original intent.

Reframing Skin & Bones as a Continuous Creative Statement

Taken together, the music video and the Damon Sharpe remix position Skin & Bones as an evolving work rather than a fixed release. The video grounds the song in lived experience through its restrained visual narrative, while the remix allows it to exist within electronic settings without separating it from that context. Neither format seeks to redefine the track. Instead, each extends the same emotional framework through different forms of expression. By maintaining consistency between image, vocal delivery, and production approach, SHAB reinforces a creative throughline that prioritizes honesty over reinvention. In this sense, Skin & Bones functions as a single statement that moves across music, remix, and visual storytelling without losing coherence, reflecting an approach where personal history remains central regardless of format.

Where Skin & Bones Sits Within SHAB’s Broader Catalogue

Within SHAB’s body of work, Skin & Bones stands out for the clarity with which personal experience is carried across different formats. The music video makes its origin explicit through narrative and imagery, while the Damon Sharpe remix extends the song’s reach without altering its emotional foundation. Rather than existing as an isolated moment, the track reflects an approach that prioritizes continuity between songwriting, production, and visual storytelling. This alignment positions Skin & Bones as part of a broader artistic trajectory in which collaboration and format are used to support meaning rather than redefine it. In doing so, SHAB reinforces a catalogue shaped by lived experience, where reinterpretation functions as extension rather than departure.

Skin & Bones remains grounded because each format stays aligned with the same emotional center. The music video presents the song’s origin through direct narrative and restrained imagery, while the Damon Sharpe remix allows it to move into electronic settings without detaching from that context. Rather than reshaping the track for effect, SHAB maintains continuity across music, visual storytelling, and collaboration, reinforcing an approach where reinterpretation functions as extension rather than substitution.

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