Earlier this week, Baauer and Holly scored producer credits on “Post Up,” the comeback track from former 2NE1 member CL. “Post Up” is a gritty instrumental rap beat full of heavy bass and industrial elements which the self-proclaimed “baddest female Asian” flows over with effortless ease. Now, the duo is back for a single with […]
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RL Grime hosts trap’s next generation on Sable Valley’s first compilation [Stream]
The new age trap resurgence can inarguably be partly, if not wholly credited, to RL Grime’s Sable Valley residence. With less than a month in between the trap don’s declaration of his imprint’s first compilation and the project’s debut, the fully-fledged assortment has now arrived, following Grime’s modest preview of the artists behind the Sable […]
TNGHT, San Holo, Baauer, and more to play virtual Minecraft festival, ‘Lavapalooza’
In the era of livestream events, DJs and artists alike are looking to share their sounds via virtual venues such as YouTube, Twitch, or other streaming providers. Some are even able to take their talents to a more virtual space like Porter Robinson, who recently hosted the Second Sky online festival. Big brands are also […]
TNGHT, San Holo, Baauer, and more to play virtual Minecraft festival, ‘Lavapalooza’
In the era of livestream events, DJs and artists alike are looking to share their sounds via virtual venues such as YouTube, Twitch, or other streaming providers. Some are even able to take their talents to a more virtual space like Porter Robinson, who recently hosted the Second Sky online festival. Big brands are also […]
TNGHT, San Holo, Baauer, and more to play virtual Minecraft festival, ‘Lavapalooza’
In the era of livestream events, DJs and artists alike are looking to share their sounds via virtual venues such as YouTube, Twitch, or other streaming providers. Some are even able to take their talents to a more virtual space like Porter Robinson, who recently hosted the Second Sky online festival. Big brands are also […]
Baauer’s creative ambition shines on sophomore LP, ‘PLANET’S MAD’
The timing on Baauer‘s sophomore album was impeccable. A complex audio-visual opus, the record and its accompanying film depict an apocalyptic breakdown that flies between pandemonium in urban cityscapes and psychedelic cosmic wanderings then back again. A twisted sci-fi thrill ride through Baauer’s brain, the LP wears its name on its sleeve, simply put—PLANET’S MAD. […]
Baauer announces ‘PLANET’S MAD’ film to accompany forthcoming LP
Although he became a household name only after the viral success of his hit single, ‘Harlem Shake’, Baauer fans know that the trap and bass innovator is so much more than the meme his inescapable song inspired. Boasting an impressive discography packed to the brim with genre-defining electronic music that has been featured in the […]
Baauer delays sophomore LP, ‘PLANET’S MAD,’ indefinitely amid nationwide protests
PLANET’S MAD, Baauer‘s first LP since 2016’s Aa, has been indefinitely delayed, the producer announced on Twitter on June 2. “I don’t wanna promote an album rn,” the beatsmith stated, citing his decision to push the project’s release date as a representation of his pledge to stand in “solidarity” with all who are currently combating […]
Baauer delays sophomore LP, ‘PLANET’S MAD,’ indefinitely amid nationwide protests
PLANET’S MAD, Baauer‘s first LP since 2016’s Aa, has been indefinitely delayed, the producer announced on Twitter on June 2. “I don’t wanna promote an album rn,” the beatsmith stated, citing his decision to push the project’s release date as a representation of his pledge to stand in “solidarity” with all who are currently combating […]
Dexter’s Beat Laboratory Vol. 144
Dexter’s Beat Laboratory is a weekly collection of songs from DA managing editor Robyn Dexter. With a taste that can only be described as eclectic—to say nothing of a name that lends itself to punnery—DA is happy to present a selection of tracks personally curated by Dexter for your listening pleasure. Listen in playlist format here. Stephen Walking · Stephen […]
Baauer releases music video for ‘REACHUPDONTSTOP’
The Portuguese New Yorker and London-raised Harrison Rodrigues, better known as Baauer, continues his resurgence with another party stomper, “REACHUPDONTSTOP,” the third single from his forthcoming sophomore Planet’s Mad album. After spending the last six years working with some of the biggest names in hip-hop such as Jay-Z, Swae Lee, Missy Elliot, Skepta, and more, […]
Baauer releases music video for ‘REACHUPDONTSTOP’
The Portuguese New Yorker and London-raised Harrison Rodrigues, better known as Baauer, continues his resurgence with another party stomper, “REACHUPDONTSTOP,” the third single from his forthcoming sophomore Planet’s Mad album. After spending the last six years working with some of the biggest names in hip-hop such as Jay-Z, Swae Lee, Missy Elliot, Skepta, and more, […]
Baauer releases music video for ‘REACHUPDONTSTOP’
The Portuguese New Yorker and London-raised Harrison Rodrigues, better known as Baauer, continues his resurgence with another party stomper, “REACHUPDONTSTOP,” the third single from his forthcoming sophomore Planet’s Mad album. After spending the last six years working with some of the biggest names in hip-hop such as Jay-Z, Swae Lee, Missy Elliot, Skepta, and more, […]
NMF Roundup: Kygo releases ‘Golden Hour’ LP, Tchami shares two new tracks + more
It’s most important day of the week: New Music Friday. With the overwhelming amount of tunes hitting the airwaves today, Dancing Astronaut has you covered with the latest edition of The Hot 25. As each week brings a succession of new music from some of electronic music’s biggest artists, here’s a selection of tracks that shouldn’t be missed […]
NMF Roundup: Kygo releases ‘Golden Hour’ LP, Tchami shares two new tracks + more
It’s most important day of the week: New Music Friday. With the overwhelming amount of tunes hitting the airwaves today, Dancing Astronaut has you covered with the latest edition of The Hot 25. As each week brings a succession of new music from some of electronic music’s biggest artists, here’s a selection of tracks that shouldn’t be missed […]
Baauer returns to Triple J for fiery hour-long mix full of unreleased IDs [Stream]
Earlier this year Baauer began to roll out his forthcoming sophomore album, PLANET’S MAD, with the simultaneous release of the title track as well as a secondary cut called “MAGIC.” Showcasing his characteristically inventive sound design and production ingenuity, the Philly-born producer wasted no time to unveil two more cuts from the full-length audio/visual project—”AETHER” […]
Watch Baauer live-remix Future and Young Thug’s ‘Harlem Shake’ on newly unearthed Twitch channel
We’re watching the livestreaming landscape change before our eyes. In an increasingly digital world, artists and creators are flocking to streaming platforms to give fans inside looks at the processes behind their craft, from production tutorials to free-form studio sessions. Recently, Baauer‘s Twitch channel was quietly unearthed, revealing a trove of live production streams and […]
Baauer, graves unleash remix of Rae Sremmurd’s ‘Black Beatles’
Baauer and graves just casually released an edit of Rae Sremmurd’s “Black Beatles” on Twitter as a free download through Dropbox. The original’s vocals glide through a mist of lush keys and serene ambiance towards a clap-heavy build that unleashes into a percussion-forward vocal chop melodic trap atmosphere. With a second drop that has more […]
Baauer, graves unleash remix of Rae Sremmurd’s ‘Black Beatles’
Baauer and graves just casually released an edit of Rae Sremmurd’s “Black Beatles” on Twitter as a free download through Dropbox. The original’s vocals glide through a mist of lush keys and serene ambiance towards a clap-heavy build that unleashes into a percussion-forward vocal chop melodic trap atmosphere. With a second drop that has more […]
Baauer releases widescreen visual feature for ‘AETHER’ [Watch]
In what could be construed as an artistic reflection of global anxiety, Baauer has debuted a cinematic, animated music video for his latest single, “AETHER.” Given the special genre of “leftfield bass” by Beatport, the second single from the producer’s highly anticipated sophomore LP, PLANET’S MAD, is a dark trap cut characterized by non-conventional breakbeats, […]