New Music Friday means new music in our Run The Trap and Run The Vibes Spotify playlists. - Kayzo dropped his fiery new album Unleashed, which featured bombastic collaborations with k?d ("Antidance") and 1788-L ("ARK"). Illenium's third studio album Ascend arrived in glorious fashion with a banging collaboration with Blanke and Bipolar Sunshine ("Gorgeous"). Carnage … [Read more...]
GRiZ Releases Heavy Bangers[2].Zip EP
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GRiZ surprised fans last month when he unleashed an insanely heavy three-track EP titled Bangers[1].Zip. Well, GRiZ just dropped the sequel on us. Bangers[2].Zip was just released on Zeds Dead's Deadbeats imprint. Similar to the first edition of Bangers, the project is absolutely dripping with a heavier, 'wubbier' sound than we typically see from the funky saxophonist. The EP's … [Read more...]
Big Gigantic & Gramatik Tease Possible Big GRiZ-Matik Reunion via Twitter
It's been forever since one of EDM's most beloved supergroups, Big GRiZmatik, has been in action. The star-studded trio consisting of Big Gigantic, GRiZ, and Gramatik combined forces a few years back, delivering a truly unique and funky performance any dance music fan would enjoy. Since then, the acts have been focusing on their solo careers, but thanks to a recent interaction … [Read more...]
GRiZ Releases Sixth Studio Album Ride Waves
After almost 3 years, GRiZ has finally released a new album. Ride Waves is the sixth studio album to come from Grant Kwiecinski's GRiZ project. As expected, the album is a great mix of organic funk music with some top-notch production to make sure you get DOWN. It doesn't feel overproduced and has the magic touch that blew GRiZ up in the first place. Dive into Ride Waves and be … [Read more...]
GRiZ Links Up With Wiz Khalifa On “Find My Own Way”
On the road to Ride Waves, the anticipation built for GRiZ's upcoming album is at an all-time high. Making headlines with the release of his newly acquainted single, "Find My Own Way" enlists rapper Wiz Khalifa to deliver a preachy yet uplifting record. The warm piano play lifts your spirits as the artists collaborate on an inspirational tune. Records like "Find My Own Way" … [Read more...]
Spring Awakening Music Festival Release Full 2019 Lineup
After a long winter, it looks like festival season is starting to finally take shape. Chicago's Spring Awakening Music Festival has been Chicago's largest all-electronic fest since 2012 when it made its debut. Along with a full lineup, Spring Awakening announced a new home for this year's fest. Festival goers will be partying at Poplar Creek in Hoffman Estates this year - in … [Read more...]
GRiZ And Matisyahu Team Up For Compelling New Single “A New Day”
GRiZ's path to his upcoming album has been nothing short of exciting. As fans await the release of Ride Waves, his newest single offers a perfect glimpse of what to expect. Linking up with Matisyahu, this pleasant collaboration surprised many, but can definitely be considered a musical match made in heaven. "A New Day" tackles the concept and travesty of gun control in America. … [Read more...]
GRiZ Announces New Album With Single “I’m Good” + Tour
Kicking off 2019 in style, GRiZ has announced his sixth studio album Ride Waves. To make light of the announcement, the headlines are cooped up with the release of a new single and dates for an upcoming tour. "I'm Good" delivers that distinct funky sound that millions have been able to connect as his signature style. Ride Waves marks the beginning of the next chapter for GRiZ. … [Read more...]
