By now, we have all witnessed Justin Bieber's career rise from the ashes thanks to a handful of talented producers. But you've never heard The Biebs quite like this. The boys from Exmag just put their own sexy twist on Justin Bieber's "Sorry." The trio breathe a brand new feeling into the song with a combination of smooth synthesizers, a few extra drum hits and an … [Read more...]
CONTEST : Win Tix to see Keys N Krates in Chicago on 2/4
Here at Run The Trap we love innovative acts, so you know Keys N Krates is going to be near the top of our list. The Canadian 3 piece 'trap' band' combines crisp productions, chopped up samples along with a drumkit, synthesizer, + a few turntablers and samplers to create a show unlike any other. Keys N Krates is currently on tour in celebration of their 'Midnite Mass' EP and … [Read more...]
CONTEST : Win a 4 Pack of Tickets + A Drink with Hoodboi Before His Set in Chicago on 1/22
Living in Chicago, sometimes I think we're a bit spoiled with all the amazing music that comes through and all the great venues we get a chance to experience these acts at. Next week is no different when Hoodboi will be taking over Tunnel Nightclub on Friday, January 22nd. But we don't want to keep all the fun to ourselves, now do we? Hoodboi's prowess on the Jersey Club … [Read more...]
Too Future – Shangri-La – Compilation ft. Harris Cole, Ian Ewing, Edamame
This Saturday in Chicago, the amazingly talented crews over at BLVNT Records and Noh Life will be joining forces to bring you a showcase featuring some of their most talented artists. This specially curated party will be the 17th installment of the Too Future Series [presented by In The Loop], all within an Eastern-inspired atmosphere reminiscent of Asia. To honor these … [Read more...]
[CONTEST] : Win Tix To Savoy in Chicago on 1/21
If you have never had a chance to experience a Savoy show live, then this is your chance, Chicago. The Brooklyn trio just released their eclectric four track EP - 1000 Years and it serves as a fantastic snapshot of their musical prowess. In the short four tracks you are introduced to a handful of production styles, tempos, and emotions. But their recordings don't do it … [Read more...]
[CONTEST] Win tix to see Mr. Carmack in Chicago 1/15
Welcome to 2016 folks! We here at Run The Trap have always tried to bring out as many of our readers to some of the hottest events all over the world with us...and this year will be no different. What better way to kick off 2016 then with the extremely talented Mr. Carmack. The dude is a dance music enigma. If you are lurking around soundcloud at 3 am, you can sometimes see … [Read more...]
7 Acts Not To Miss at Reaction New Year’s Eve
Well Chicago, it looks like Winter is finally showing is ugly face in Chicago...just in time for you to be able to dance off the cold. Starting January 30th and going all the way to about 1:30 am on New year's Day is Chicago's premiere NYE celebration with Reaction. What started as a two day event last year at The Aragon Ballroom has turned into a mini-music festival of sorts. … [Read more...]
Lollapalooza to Extend to Four Days in 2016
Lollapalooza is widely regarded as one of the nation's "Big 3" festivals with Bonnaroo and Coachella. What began as a traveling music festival in 1991 has come to call Grant Park in Chicago its (we hope) permanent home since 2004 and is always on the forefreont of bringing the world's hottest acts to its stages. Last year boasted a huge lineup with acts such as Paul … [Read more...]
