Future House

Raven & Kreyn Talk New Music, Production Techniques, Dream Collabs & More! [INTERVIEW]

Published

5 years ago

February 23, 2020

Following up on their massive track ‘Sunny’ together with Robert Falcon, Raven & Kreyn keep their momentum rolling nicely with a return to MixMash Records. We had the pleasure of interviewing this rising duo and you can see the full interview below.

How happy are you both with the outcome of ‘Lose Control’? And how is it to be back on Mixmash Records after your collab with Laidback Luke?
“It’s great to be back on Mixmash. We really enjoy working with them as we are already working with Mixmash for a few years already. We are also very happy with all the supports ‘Lose Control’ got on the editorial Spotify playlists! That was amazing.”

As a production duo, you have cemented your position as major rising artists in the future house scene, how do you feel your sound has evolved in the past few years?
“In the past few years, we always tried to improve and evolve our sound. We started into the bass vibes then more future house, we now produce both genres. We enjoy doing both!”

With multiple collabs with artists such as Breathe Carolina, Laidback Luke, Retrovision among others, who else would you like to combine within the studio?
“Wow, there are so many cool artists around here! One of our dreams is to work with Chocolate Puma, as we really like their style. But there are a lot of artists we would want to work with such as Don Diablo.”

When you get down in the studio, what comes first in your process? the drop, the breakdown, or the build?
“Usually, we come with a drop first as it’s always the most difficult and also a very important part of a track. That’s how the idea starts and the rest kind of comes naturally.”

What style/tactic do you always use in the studio that helps you create/finish your productions?
“We always try not to work on the same track for too long. If you are staring too long to the same track, it will be harder to keep the creative flow. For us, it works best to spend a maximum of 15 hours on one track.”

As a duo, how do you feel working together as a team has helped you creatively/productively?
“We think it helps a lot, sometimes you don’t have any motivation but your buddy can motivate you so the two of you can be creative and productive together.”

With releases on major labels, like Mixmash Records, what goals have you guys set for the coming months/years?
“Our goals are so big haha! We are just working hard to grow in every way we can. “

Future House

‘Feel Alive’ with DAVID BLK’s New Single

Published

3 months ago

April 23, 2025

David Dumitru

DAVID BLK is back on LVLD Music with a brand new mainstage anthem. ‘Feel Alive’ is all about energy and good vibes, featuring a clean production with melodic leads and captivating vocals.

The title of the record perfectly captures its essence, providing a joyful experience to every listener. The break after the first drop creates intensity, and the build-up adds great anticipation for what is to follow, a powerful second drop with bass that takes the sound of the track to a whole new level.

Speaking about his newest release, DAVID BLK explains: “Feel Alive came together after performing a local takeover at the profound Pyrsm Nightclub in Chicago IL.”

Packed with energy and festival arpeggios, this track brought to life an idea DAVID BLK had been wanting to achieve for some time.

DAVID BLK and What Is To Come

Throughout early May, DAVID BLK will have two additional releases and multiple performances in Chicago, the city he is based in.

Starting with a performance at Gold Room Chicago on 25th April, the artist will then debut his first Chicago Boiler Room event series on 14th June.

Finally, DAVID BLK mentions: “Super excited for everyone to hear this new tune and get involved with these upcoming events!”

Future House

Celebrate The Birthday Of Don Diablo With His Top 10 Tracks!

Published

5 months ago

February 27, 2025

Dylan Smith

Join us in celebrating Don Diablo‘s 45th birthday! A pioneer of future house, Don Diablo is a powerhouse in electronic music. He ranked #6 in DJ Mag‘s Top 100 DJs in 2019 and is the fifth best-selling artist in Beatport history. Hailed by EDM.com as the “Founding Father of Future House,” he captivates over 9 million monthly listeners on Spotify, placing him among the “Top 300 Most-Listened to Artists” with over half a billion streams. To honor his legacy, let’s revisit his top 10 tracks that showcase his visionary artistry and influence.

10. Survive with Emeli Sande & Gucci Mane – 66m Spotify streams

9. All the Time (Remix) – 71m Spotify streams

8. Take Her Place with A R I Z O N A – 75m Spotify streams

7. King Of My Castle (Edit) with Keanu Silva – 81m Spotify streams

6. Chemicals with Tiesto ft. Thomas Troelsen – 81m Spotify streams

5. On My Mind – 82m Spotify streams

4 Cutting Shapes – 98m Spotify streams

3. Hot Air Balloon with AR/CO – 104m Spotify streams

2. Bad with Zak Abel – 107m Spotify streams

1. Keeping Your Head Up (Remix) – 178m Spotify streams

Future House

Celebrate The Birthday Of Oliver Heldens With His Top 10 Tracks!

Published

5 months ago

January 31, 2025

Dylan Smith

A genuine superstar with #1 hits and over a billion cumulative streams to his name, Oliver Heldens is at the vanguard of the new generation of future house and techno music stars. Oliver’s career has been a whirlwind of mind-boggling success ever since his breakout hit ‘Gecko’ was taken to the UK #1 spot with a vocal from Becky Hill, with the record receiving Platinum sales status. A collaboration with Tiesto and remixes for Calvin Harris, The Chainsmokers, Coldplay, and Martin Garrix followed. As much as Oliver Heldens is one of the most prolific and successful DJs and producers around, he is also a resolute perfectionist. It’s this encompassing and extensive interest in music of all forms that led Heldens to set up his own record label, Heldeep. His residencies at Hï, Pacha, and Ushuaia Ibiza, as well as Marquee Las Vegas in addition to his billing as a headlining act at seminal festivals across the globe including Glastonbury, EDC, and Ultra, continue to place him at the epicenter of the global DJ circuit. Today we celebrate the 29th birthday of Oliver Heldens by taking a look at his top 10 tracks.