SFX draws new sponsors for dance music festivals in wake of fourth-quarter loss
Even though SFX Entertainment reported a net loss of $119 million, or $1.73 a share for the year, it continues to rack up an array of sponsorship deals including Anheuser-Busch and Clear Channel Communication. With a portfolio containing Tomorrowland, Electric Zoo, Rock in Rio and Sensation, the dance music entertainment giant highlights the critical nature of media and sponsorship deals stating that two big deals with be announced next month.
Spotify slashes monthly price of premium subscription for college students
For those who have been tempted to purchase a premium streaming subscription in the past yet still haven't committed, Spotify has suddenly made that decision easier. Slashing the monthly price from $10 to $5, Spotify has offered all American college students a year of discounted service which can then be renewed each subsequent year you provide proof of enrolment.
Galantis – Friend (Hard Times) (Original Mix) [Preview]
It would be difficult to find another dance music act causing as much buzz as new duo Galantis. Made up of Linus Eklow, or Style of Eye, and Christian Karlsson, a member of both Miike Snow and Bloodshy & Avant, the duo as already previewed four tracks “Help,” “You” "The Heart That I'm Hearing," and “Smile,” off new EP set to be released April 1st. The newest addition to the collection entitled "Friend (Hard Times) hits a little harder than previous tracks but still holds the beautiful percussion elements their style has become accustom to.
Hot Natured – Different Sides of the Sun (Remixes)
Deep house supergroup Hot Natured comprised of Jamie Jones, Lee Foss, Luca C and Ali Love have released a sultry remix package for debut album Different Sides of the Sun which includes reworks from Edu Imbernon, Tom Shorterz and Citizen. Just when you think underground staples like "Emerald City," "Reverse Skydiving" and "Take You There" could not get any more groovy, the talented remixers each add a new multi-faceted, deep-set rework to the originals.
Rudimental feat. Emeli Sande – Free (Codes Remix)
New York based producer Codes has engulfed Rudimental classic "Free" with his signature Brooklyn bounce style laced with fiery kick drums and a tight low end. Successfully balancing an aggressive bassline with Emeli Sande's vocal, Codes uses steely drum beats and buoyant synths to make the track his own.
Cyril Hahn – Getting There (Original Mix) [Free Download]
Known best for his silky, smooth take of Destiny's Child's "Say My Name," Cyril Hahn has released another delicacy entitled "Getting There" as a free download. The Vancouver residing Swiss native engulfs us in deep-set rhythms floating atop intricate basslines and a familiar yearning vocal. His work is original yet rides on a consistent style to his previous work like "Breaking" and "Perfect Form" proving his artistry to the underground world.
Galantis – The Heart That I’m Hearing [Preview]
After treating us with "Help," "You," and "Smile," the Galantis boys are back with yet another preview entitled "The Heart That I'm Hearing" from their Galantis EP available April 1st. Made up of Linus Eklow, or Style of Eye, and Christian Karlsson, a member of both Miike Snow and Bloodshy & Avant, the new single carries a strong piano ballad mixed with a tasteful drop.