MELTING OF AGE

"SUNGLASSES" - PALM2 Releasing from Not Like That , London producer Palm2 ignites listeners with a fizzy pop track titled, "Sunglasses"! Its carbonated beats and delightful bass capture a sweet and glittery sound. The radiant vocal samples lead us into the track's bouncing synths and hip-hop flavor. With past successful releases, such as his Colours EP, get ready to open up another can of your favorite soda, as we present you with a special premiere of Palm2's "Sunglasses"! Below share and listen to Palm2's "Sunglasses"! Also available on Spotify here ! Follow Palm2 on: SoundCloud Twitter Follow Not Like That on: SoundCloud Twitter

EVENT COVERAGE: MARK REDITO & FRIENDS After a prosperous summer Asia tour, Mark Redito, music producer and founder of Likido , is back again with another astounding show that the people of Los Angeles should not miss. With an eclectic lineup, Mark Redito & Friends will host music from Mark himself and local artists such as  Omniboi , TV Blonde , and a special solo set by Meishi Smile . In the walls of Center For The Arts in Eagle Rock, this one of a kind show is proudly all ages and supports the diversity that this city's music scene has to offer. Get your tickets now and save the date of September 29th! Purchase your tickets HERE ! When: Friday, September 29th Where: Center For The Arts , Eagle Rock 2225 Colorado Blvd. Los Angeles Time : 8:00 PM ALL AGES RSVP HERE ! Lineup: Mark Redito Omniboi TV Blonde Meishi Smile Follow Mark Redito on: SoundCloud Twitter Facebook

"WE CAN GET IT" - KING IV FT. RROMARIN (DONATACHI) Australian producer, Donatachi, recently delivered a frothy new remix of King IV 's "We Can Get It" featuring Rromarin ! Dropped on the  SIDECHAINS label, Donatachi injects his version of this pop track with smoldering energy by its dense bass and exhilarating synths. Darting rubbery samples captivate the vocals of the original track, giving your ears a tantalizing sound. For midnights in the club, Donatachi's cryptic remix is ready to catch the attention of many who are seeking out something bold and refreshing! Below share and listen to Donatachi's remix of "We Can Get It"! Available for download here ! Follow Donatachi on: SoundCloud Twitter

EXISTENTIAL CRISIS Rappture, a young producer from Washington, descends a gracefull new EP titled Existential Crisis . Lo-fi inspired, rappture captures new sounds and samples audio that is blissfully wrapped in ambient vibrations and luscious bass. Using ethereal vocals and twinkling beats, this 5 track EP exhibits growth and a cohesive theme with tracks like " Its Over " and " Memories " featuring Gvtsby. Months of production and passion is prominently shown within this stunning project. Sampling from Adam Watts to Norah Jones, Existential Crisis is the soundtrack for longing isolation with one's thoughts and emotions. Below listen and share rappture's new EP, Existential Crisis ! Available for download here ! Follow rappture on: SoundCloud Twitter

PERSISTENCE Written by: McTavish Jones Bass artist WHIPPED CREAM just released her newest project, PERSISTENCE , a concise but powerful EP about various mental states. Released via NEST HQ , these tracks with grainy brass and rumbling basses create a unique experience for the listener. One of the most notable tracks off  PERSISTENCE  is “IGNORANT,” with its combination of detuned pads and atmospheric shots beautifully blending with the heavy bass. This short but robust EP makes for a glorious listen! Below take a listen to WHIPPED CREAM's  PERSISTENCE  EP and give it a share!  Available for download here ! Follow WHIPPED CREAM on: SoundCloud Twitter

"HONEY" - MADNAP FT. SOPHIE MEIERS LA's arising artist, Madnap, drops a dreamy new collab with Sophie Meiers for the first time on the worldwide music label Moving Castle . "Honey" has touches of eloquent guitar that smoothly mingles amid Meier's elegant vocals capturing a lucid future pop sound. After the successful release of his EP SEASONS and infinite positive attention for his past releases, Madnap is taking strides into making music that will show the endless talent and growing direction he is headed toward. Below share and listen to Madnap's "Honey" featuring Sophie Meiers! Available for purchase here ! Follow Madnap on: SoundCloud Twitter Follow Sophie Meiers: SoundCloud Twitter

"LUST FOR LIFE" - LANA DEL REY & THE WEEKND (VALENTINE & ROB ARAUJO REMIX) Written by: roshux  Moving Castle’s Valentine and Rob Araujo’s remix of "Lust For Life" is one that showcases the producer’s talent while keeping the feel of the original track present. The synth-driven remix manages to be light and refreshing, while still being a complete banger thanks to the hard-hitting and smooth percussion. Valentine’s signature future sound paired with Rob’s fresh and jazzy style really make for a unique project, and that’s definitely proved to be true here. Both Lana & The Weeknd’s vocals melt right into the duo’s clean production and create a flow that’ll make you want to groove and get your foot tapping right from the start. Check out this remix and follow Valentine & Rob Araujo! Also available for download here ! Follow Valentine on: SoundCloud Twitter Follow Rob Araujo on: SoundCloud Twitter

"REBUILD" - IVY HOLLIVANA A gorgeous and gentle ballad, Ivy Hollivana blesses us with another angelic song about life's new starts and second chances. Released via HYPERPOP , "Rebuild" encases Ivy's tranquil vocals with liberating production of harp and glittering cymbals. This track embraces the willingness to expose vulnerability and courage in an artist's pure emotions. Ivy's talent in being able to do just that is what makes her newest release all the more delightful. Float along to Ivy Hollivana's "Rebuild" by giving it a listen and a share below! Follow Ivy Hollivana on: SoundCloud Twitter

PRODUCER/DJ: MAXO Max Coburn, aka Maxo, is an eccentric producer from Brooklyn, New York who constructs music that doesn't just remain in one certain style or category. His animated sound and the 8-bit personality he gives his music makes him out of the ordinary from what you may usually hear. Tracks like " Battle! Bug Type Expert ," " Plushlined ," or his recent collab with Ehirorobo, " Bedside ," add dynamic jazz elements with quirky chimes and drum patterns. Combining beats and melodies you might find in a Nintendo game, every track Maxo releases in an adventure for your ears to go on. With a new EP in the works, this rhymic artist has released past successful projects such as Chordslayer , a bubbly vocal chopped EP. Making productions that undeniably standout, it is no surprise Maxo catches the notice of prominent media platforms like Nest HQ, BRAINFEEDER, The FADER, and plenty more! With much excitement, check out our interview with the incr

"LACES" - JAYDOT FT. SHALOM DUBAS Hometown Philly, producer JAYDOT, releases a new pop R&B inspired track titled, "Laces,"with Shalom Dubas. Released by Divine Mercy , JAYDOT incorporates groovy beats paired with feathery vocals from Shalom giving the song a mood for you to dance to. "Laces" embraces a laid-back melody that can be the perfect track to throw on when traveling down PCH on a Sunday afternoon. Check out the Artist Q&A with both collaborators and take a listen to "Laces" below! Enjoy! Also, available for stream on Spotify here ! Follow JAYDOT: SoundCloud Twitter Follow Shalom Dubas on: SoundCloud Twitter What was the inspiration behind this track? Shalom Dubas: JAYDOT sent this awesome beat, and I was hooked, so I wrote on it. When I got the combo that I wanted I played it for him we both approved lol “I wanna know you better, I gotta know you best.” This was such a fun song to write and sing - and dance to, t

"XO TOUR Llif3" - LIL UZI VERT (CAVAN BRADY COVER) Atlanta's Cavan Brady is finally back with music that keeps you on your toes. Significantly different than his previous works of ambient productions, Cavan breaks out with a cover of Lil Uzi's "XO TOUR Llif3." Blending in rock with trap instrumentals, Cavan gave his cover a pop goes punk feel, but in the right way. After what seems like a year since his last release, receiving something fresh and new was well worth the wait. Shows a new direction Cavan Brady will be heading towards, and we are more than thrilled for what he will be dropping in the near future. Below share and listen to Cavan Brady's cover of "XO TOUR Llif3"! Follow Cavan Brady on: SoundCloud Twitter

PRODUCER/DJ: SLOW GRAFFITI In the crowded and ample city of Los Angeles, there hide countless talents that are waiting to be noticed. It isn't difficult to find artists in LA, but crossing paths with those who constantly push their work are rare. Slow Graffiti, a resident of California's busiest city, happens to be exactly one of those passionate creators. Docking in club productions, Slow Graffiti has caught the ears of many media platforms like BBC Radio 1 , Beats Radio, Team Supreme , and plenty more. From chaotic bass tracks to minimal classic club pieces, you can find releases from this LA producer on labels such as Beadsqueak Squad , Jadu Dala , Too Lush , or his recent track " Birds " on Prime Night Cult . With three igniting EPs and numerous collaborations, Slow Graffiti certainly does not "slow" down in pumping out music for the world to enjoy. Founder of Home Records , Slow also paves the way for underground producers through his internet label

"CHASING SHADOWS" - YEO FT. FRACTURES Written by: roshux Yeo's recent album,  Desire Path, features 10 unique songs including "Chasing Shadows," featuring Fractures , which definitely stands out on its own enough to discuss. This entire track creates a soothing environment on every listen, which makes it easy to get lost in your thoughts to while it's playing. The percussion starts off strong yet clean, followed by atmospheric vocals and chops that bring a very spacious and open sound to the mix. The production is slightly reminiscent of 80's pop while bringing a fresh and current sound to the table with its vocal work and melodies. Check out "Chasing Shadows" and share the rest of Desire Path   here ! Follow Yeo on: SoundCloud Twitter Spotify

"BLACK N WHITE" - EVAR This new exotic track, that dropped recently on the Australian label  SIDECHAINS , has crawling sounds that will make you rattle and shake. Evar, a producer from Argentina, pounds the speakers with his new release titled, "Black n White"! The strange strings and mysterious 808s drop your ears off on what feels like a remote island where you might never find your way out of Evar's growing pressure. "Black n White" begins with an intro filled with plucking and clattering instrumentals hunting down for wild synths that rapidly fall in the midst of the track. Below share and listen to Evar's "Black n White"! Also available for download here ! Follow Evar on: SoundCloud Twitter 

"RESISTANCE" - ZANKYOU  Written by: roshux   Art by: Riza Coming into the month of September strong, Zankyou released a new track titled “Resistance” today, and it’s sure to give you chills. This song is pure anticipation; the first few notes and glitch-sounding samples will have you on the edge of your seat, waiting to see what happens. A heavy piano loop comes in with a kick to start relieving some of the tension that’s building, followed by a breakdown into a series of unforgettable chords and hard hitting percussion. Nearing the end, you’re greeted with the soft and familiar notes from the beginning of the track as they slow down and begin to fade away into a glitchy subspace.  Below share and listen to Zankyou's "Resistance"! Follow Zankyou on: SoundCloud Twitter

"FIRST" - THE NICHOLAS Amsterdam's The Nicholas releases a new track titled, "First," off of his soon to be released EP! Luscious instrumentals and heartfelt lyrics, The Nicholas takes you on a blissful journey that is wrapped in twinking guitar and pillowy sounds. With his EP, II , releasing on September 12th, this track gives us anticipation for the smooth sounds this artist will be gifting the world with next! Below share and listen to The Nicholas's "First"! Also, check out his previous EP track, "Reason,"  here ! Follow The Nicholas on: SoundCloud Twitter

"D!E [ALT]" - MIJA (ACAER REMIX) Putting a crafty twist on Mija's recent track, " d!e [alt] " off of her new EP, acaer releases a storm of diverse elements in his latest remix. Sprinkling a bit of D&B and future ambient, the remix takes Mija's original angelic upbeat track into a spiraling tale. The track begins with a sweet lead into a static cryptic drum pattern and then soon to flip the entire mood by illuminating the bass and plugging in gorgeous synth structure. You could say this remix exemplifies Mija's no genre motto in one of the best ways. Below share and listen to acaer's remix of "d!e [alt]"!  Follow acaer on: SoundCloud Twitter

PLAYLIST SERIES: AUGUST This month, we have found and collected a great list of songs for this month's Total Meltdown Playlist! From new Sam Gellaitry to epic releases from IGLOOGHOST and GRRL, this playlist didn't miss a beat from some of our favorite artists. Below take a listen to this prosperous month via our Total Meltdown #12 Playlist! Enjoy! Follow MELTING OF AGE on: SoundCloud Twitter Art by Devon: https://devnxc.carbonmade.com/