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Eric Prydz: Celebrating a Legacy of Innovation and ‘Opus’ at 9 years

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2 years ago

July 24, 2024

The month of July is no usual month for Eric Prydz. On the 19th of July, the groundbreaking artist celebrated his 48th birthday and today on the 25th of July, “Opus,” one of Prydz’s most famous tracks, celebrates 9 years since it was first released. Eric Prydz, the Swede whose career skyrocketed with the release “Call on Me” in 2004, has carved out a unique niche in the world of progressive house and techno and has, thanks to his flawlessly crafted tracks and legendary live performances, been captivating audiences worldwide ever since.

Using different aliases throughout his career has allowed Prydz to push the boundaries of electronic music, each with its own distinct sound and influence. His alias Pryda, for example, is one that he uses as he delves into house and progressive house, creating tracks that are both melodic and deep. Cirez D, on the other hand, is devoted to his ventures into the darker realms of techno.#

“Opus” was released on August 17th, 2015, as the lead single on the album (released a year later) also named “Opus,” and marked a significant milestone in Prydz’s career as it was his first official full-length studio album. One of the most distinctive features of the track “Opus” is the fact that it’s a whole 9 minutes long, which defies the conventional structure of electronic dance music singles, which usually range from three to five
minutes.

The song’s length allowed Prydz to explore a gradual buildup that feels almost hypnotic and resulted in a mastery of tension and release starting with a minimalistic introduction that features a simple yet captivating melody, and then slowly progressing by carefully adding layers of sound where each element flawlessly builds into a powerful, euphoric climax. A methodical progression that creates a sense of anticipation from the very beginning and draws you into an immersive, sonic experience.

The innovative structure and emotional depth of “Opus” have been praised by both fans and critics. A great example of this being when Pete Tong, the legendary DJ and broadcaster for BBC Radio 1, highlighted “Opus” on his show, calling it a “masterpiece” and a defining moment in progressive house music.

As “Opus” takes you on a dramatic emotional journey, Prydz also likes to use it as his closing piece during his live performances – ensuring that the audience gets to leave with intense and long-lasting impressions after his immersive shows. Prydz’s HOLO shows are renowned for their use of holographic and 3D technology, blending his masterful music production with cutting-edge visual effects, which makes them some of the most anticipated events in the electronic music scene.

With that being said, it’s worth mentioning that Prydz’s career hasn’t been without challenges as his fear of flying has strongly impacted his touring schedules and limited his performances to locations that he could reach by other means. Despite this, Prydz has managed to maintain a strong presence in the electronic music scene, which is a testament to his talent, skill, dedication, and passion for his craft.

The landscape of electronic music is fast-paced, ever-changing, and not for the fainthearted. While many dream of fame and success within the industry, it’s only a few who actually have what it takes and are willing to put in the tremendous amount of work to get there. On that note, Prydz’s career and work behind “Opus” set a perfect example of how important it is that we carve our own paths, remain authentic, question norms, and shoot for the stars with unwavering determination.

Let’s celebrate Eric Prydz and the 9th anniversary of “Opus” by listening to this iconic track and letting ourselves get fueled and empowered with the incredible magic and power that it transmits. Pro tip: if you think about one of your own goals or aspirations while listening to “Opus,” you might just find some long-lost energy and motivation to make your own dreams come true because this track hits hard – every single time.

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BETH Turns Up the Energy With New Single ‘Wait’

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3 hours ago

October 8, 2026

Amy Farina

Scottish DJ and producer BETH posing with her hands under her chin in a black track jacket against a blue backdrop

Scottish producer BETH returns on The Cross Records with new single Wait, following a breakout 2026 of festival slots, Ibiza dates and Radio 1 support.

In the space of a year, BETH has gone from respected up and comer to a genuine festival act. Her debut on The Cross Records, “Keep It Movin’,” is closing in on 1 million streams, and she’s kept up a steady run of releases on labels like TSHA’s Jackfruit, Eats Everything’s Edible, and Melon Bomb Records, along with a well received remix of Karen Harding’s “Island.” That output has earned her support on BBC Radio 1, with plays from Sarah Story and Arielle Free.

Her live schedule has kept pace too. This year she’s played TRNSMT Festival, Sub Club, Cabaret Voltaire, and SWG3 in Scotland, Mas Que Nada in London, and Lakota in Bristol, plus Ibiza dates at Hï, Cova Santa, and Pikes.

“Wait” marks a step forward in her production. Where “Keep It Movin'” leaned into sultry, harmonic melodies, “Wait” goes bigger and brighter, built around euphoric piano chords, a driving 90s inspired break, and deep reese bass. It’s a feel good summer record from an artist whose rise shows no signs of slowing down.

Listen to “Wait” here: https://thecrossrecords.lnk.to/wait

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Deadlynoiz Breaks Bass House Boundaries In New Single ‘Rock The House’

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1 day ago

October 7, 2026

Mackenzie Morris

The ever-evolving Deadlynoiz is back with another new single ‘Rock The House’ adding to his stacked 2026 repertoire.

Stepping into the world of bass house for this track, Deadlynoiz has produced a hugely impactful hit brimmed with his hallmark strengths. ‘Rock The House’ is a fantastic showcase of his ability to design and blend together a myriad of creative synths to deliver powerful soundscapes. The track keeps pumping from start to finish but is dynamic in its energy shifting from the more melodic verses to the aggressive, bass face inducing choruses. Deadlynoiz is consistently looking to evolve his productions and has leaned into more experimental territories here with emphatic results.

His development as an artist is evident from both his productions and his accolades as he’s attracted the attention of LVLD Music. He’s dropped a slew of hits with them and is continuing to develop their relationship with the release of ‘Rock The House’ on their label. Since it’s release the track has already raked in thousands of streams and he’s pushed onto releasing even more music in ‘Magic’ and ‘Block.’ Now bringing in over 20,000 streams a month on Spotify it’s clear that Deadlynoiz’s hard work is paying off as his fanbase continues to grow.

‘Rock The House’ is another step forward in Deadlynoiz’s evolution in sound and development as an artist. With every release he’s proving his abilities in the studio and with the rate he’s working at, there’s plenty more to come.

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Scarper Drops ‘Off-Cuts (2014-2021)’ Compilation

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2 days ago

October 6, 2026

Dylan Smith

Scarper in an orange graphic T-shirt looking to the side in front of a dark metal grille

Scarper releases ‘Off-Cuts (2014-2021)’, a collection of eight unreleased tracks from the era behind his debut album ‘Warmer Squares’ and ‘E-Funk’.

UK artist Scarper has released ‘Off-Cuts (2014-2021)’, a hand-picked collection of eight previously unreleased tracks pulled from the same period that produced his critically acclaimed debut album ‘Warmer Squares’ and his 2020 dancefloor tune ‘E-Funk’, which has been experiencing a resurgence thanks to a recent physical release on a new imprint.

The project is exactly what it sounds like, Scarper going back through his studio archives and finding the demos, jams, and ideas from that era that were good enough to polish up and put out. “I realised I had quite a few demos, jams and ideas on my laptop from that period, some of which were decent enough to polish up and get out into the world,” he said. “It’s a snapshot of where I was musically at the time, so I thought I’d package them together as a retrospective rather than a proper release, giving people something to enjoy while I crack on with the next project.”

The eight tracks cover a lot of ground, from the epic opening chords of ‘Skynet’ to the acid squelches of ‘Steppe’ and the string arrangements of ‘Halocline’. It is the kind of release that rewards the people who have been paying attention, and sits comfortably alongside some of his best work.

Scarper has built his career almost entirely on his own terms, releasing through his own imprint Plexus Records and picking up support from Orbital, Laurent Garnier, Carl Craig, Rinse FM, BBC 6 Music, Mixmag, and DJ Mag along the way.