Watch Daniella Mason's new music video for 'Human' right here!

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Daniella Mason is no stranger to the Gems & Secrets platform. Today, we are thrilled to share her best work yet. Titled 'Human', we immediately fall in love with Daniella's incredible voice. Her lyrical energy and writing style will tug at the strings of your heart and fill you up with happiness. 

Accompanying the new release, Daniella delivered a jaw-dropping music video that tops anything she's released to date. The cinematography, the story, and the level of quality is enough to turn anyone with good taste into a life-long fan. We're excited to share this new release with you and we look forward to covering more from Daniella in the coming months. 

Don't forget to connect with Daniella Mason to stay up to date on any future releases and enjoy!

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"'Human' was born out of an experience last year where I was working constantly, keeping my head down, clocking 90 hour weeks," Mason explains. "My husband always had the perfect timing of poking his head into my studio and asking me to dinner or simply sitting with me as I worked, and that human connection would always shake me from my work trance. One night I said to him, 'You remind me that I'm not a machine.' I wrote it down because I knew it would come back around. And as it usually unfolds, the song ended up having an even deeper meaning because it tells the larger story of how we've both become so much more alive, so much more human, because we decided to be vulnerable with each other. Neither of us are naturally inclined to be that way, so our daily choice to expose the things we're tempted to hide is truly the most beautiful of all of the journeys we've been on together."

— Daniella Mason

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EMM releases catchy new electro-pop track 'Dirty'

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

If you're looking for something to jump start your day, look no further. EMM released her infectiously catchy new single 'Dirty' just last week and we haven't stopped playing it. Her energy and her writing style delivers a force so great you'll be hooked after your first listen. We love the instrumental and the gritty electro-pop vibe she has going on.

If you're looking for something fun or if you're looking for something to get the party started, EMM brings it all together for you. For fans of pop music, you're looking at the next big thing.

Don't forget to subscribe to EMM online to stay up to date on any future releases and enjoy!

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

“Dirty is my anthem for every girl that's been weighed down and wounded by the shame that's constantly inflicted on women. Every day, we are told that we are both “not enough” and “too much.” Growing up I really struggled to love myself and was constantly shamed for my body and my sexuality before I was even old enough to understand what was going on.”

– EMM

STREAM THE SONG HERE:

https://song.link/dirty

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Call Me Karizma releases catchy new pop single 'Life Of The Party'

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Call Me Karizma is the latest artist to land on our radar and we're so happy he did. Their new song 'Life Of The Party' is a simple and catchy new song that you'll enjoy more and more after every listen.

We love the production and the instrumentation, sure, but most importantly... what really pulled us in was Call Me Karizma's infectiously catchy writing style. We loved the lyricism and artist's personal reflection throughout the song. It's not only relatable, but it's also honest and packed with imagery.

It's an incredible song, I mean think about it. If you naturally start to bounce your head or hum along, that's generally a clear indication that the artist is doing something right.

So whether you're a fan of electro-pop, future-pop, or generally anything that's fun and easy-going, you will LOVE this. Call Me Karizma has a magic touch when it comes to songwriting and this new song proves just that.

We can't wait to hear more from Call Me Karizma in the coming months, but until then, I suppose we'll just have to keep 'Life Of The Party' on repeat. Enjoy! 

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

“I wrote Life of the Party for the kids who feel alone. To let them know it is okay to stay inside and be by yourself. This song is a sad anthem for the delinquents.” - Call Me Karizma

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The duo behind some of your favorite dance tracks released their debut single; Listen to Vcation's new single 'Lay Low' here

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

It's Friday and we're still playing catch up but to make it up to you, we saved some of our favorite tracks over the last week or so to kick off your weekend proper.

We're huge fans of Summer. Why? Well, we love the pool parties, the sunshine, and of course, it's a great time for music. Having the right soundtrack is crucial for your day to day schedule and we make it our responsibility that you get only the best of the best.

And who does that better than super duo VCATION? Haven't heard of them? That's okay too—however, you should know they're directly behind some of the most iconic records in dance music.

Let's go back just within the last decade;

• Swedish House Mafia's "Don't You Worry Child" and "Save the World" 
• Tiesto's "Red Lights," 
• Martin Garrix's "Now That I've Found You" 
• Avicii's "Fade Into Darkness." 

Pretty awesome right? We thought so too. 

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"However, it can be kinda depressing, and without being ignorant to what's going on in the world, it's sometimes okay to just be and dream away for a while." - VCATION

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IN SUMMARY:

The duo has a knack for creating catchy hits and whether you're a fan of dance music or not, VCATION's 'Lay Low' is the perfect pick me up to any mood. The powerful vocals, the catchy melodies, and of course the sounds of tomorrow, we can't wait to see what the duo has in store for us next.

Don't forget to connect with the artist online to stay up to date on any future releases or updates and enjoy!

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Fall in love with SHY Martin's latest—'Lose You Too'

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Where do we even start with this next feature... 'Lose You Too', the latest release from singer/songwriter SHY Martin (real name Sara Hjellström) is exceptional. The songwriting, the lyricism, the guitar melodies, and the instrumentation all make up an exhilarating rush of euphoria.

The Swedish pop artist landed on our radar nearly a year ago and we've been obsessed since. 'Lose You Too' arrives at a time where the artist is still riding off the 35 million streams on Spotify from her first three singles as an artist; ‘Good Together’, ‘Bad In Common’, and ‘Forget To Forget’.

Watch the accompanying music video for 'Lose You Too' here;

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Jumpstart your day with IKON's new future-pop single 'What U Need'

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

We can't seem to get IKON's latest future-pop single 'What U Need' out of our head. The catchy new song is the perfect pick me up to any mood, guaranteed. The catchy vocal production mixed with simple but catchy vocal sample chops and a production style that's beautifully simplistic, you can't help but fall more and more in love after every listen. 

DJ/Producer IKON teamed up with Chicago based rapper Kali Skrap to deliver this radio hit. IKON's last release 'HXTBXX' dropped last month and already accumulated over 130K+ streams on Spotify. It looks like IKON is gearing up to secure his summer anthem takeover with 'What U Need' and we can't wait to hear more. Don't forget to connect with IKON online to stay up to date on any future releases and enjoy! 

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RAMPANT unleash insane remix of Cheat Codes x DVBBS latest 'I Love It'

Our favorite AZ duo is back with an insane remix of Cheat Codes x DVBBS latest 'I Love It'. RAMPANT is no stranger to Gems & Secrets, the duo continues to thrive and this remix, it might just be their best work yet.

Past articles: (Poetry In Motion Remix) & (Be With You)

We love the direction they took with this one and we felt they did an incredible job at elevating the best parts of the original—while adding their own creative touch, in the most natural way possible. Oh, and by the way.. the switch up towards the end is probably our favorite part. If you're a fan of sultry vocals, slow builds, and euphoric drops, you're going to appreciate this and probably any RAMPANT release like, ever.  

Regardless, RAMPANT continues to raise the bar and we're so excited to hear what the duo has in store for us next. Don't forget to connect with the artist online so you can stay up to date on any future releases or updates. Enjoy! 

RAMPANT via Instagram

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"We loved throwing our spin on this record! Cheat Codes & DVBBS produced such a catchy and dance-able tune we just couldn't resist giving it a shot! We hope you enjoy our take on "I Love It!" Be sure to toss it a repost and a like!"

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Soundcloud: @Rampant_Music
Twitter: @Rampant_Music
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Facebook: @RampantMusic

Soundcloud: @Cheatcodesmusic
Twitter: @Cheatcodesmusic
Instagram: @CheatCodes

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Twitter: @dvbbs
Instagram: @dvbbs

We can't stop listening to Max Frost's 'Eleven Days'—Announces Fall Tour!

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

This new Max Frost release caught our attention last week and we've been eager to get it up on the site. The instrumentation and the vocal style is some of the best work we've heard in a while. We love the atmosphere of the track and the energy that pulsates throughout the track. Rich with imagery and soul, Max's lyricism is truly incredible. We love the vibe and we can't wait for you to hear the track for yourself.

Max Frost is headed on tour and is coming to a city near you. Don't wait to buy your tickets and be sure to share the new song with your friends. 

Don't forget to connect with Max Frost online to stay up to date on any future releases or updates. Enjoy! 

TOUR INFORMATION:

OCTOBER

9—Santa Cruz, CA—The Catalyst Atrium

12—Seattle, WA—Chop Suey

13—Portland, OR—Hawthorne Theatre

14—Boise, ID—Neurolux

15—Salt Lake City, UT—Kilby Court

16—Denver, CO—Marquis Theater

18—Minneapolis, MN—7th Street Entry

19—Kansas City, MO—The Riot Room

20—St. Louis, MO—Off Broadway Nightclub

21—Milwaukee, WI—The Back Room @ Collectivo

23—Chicago, IL—Subterranean

24—Ann Arbor, MI—Blind Pig

25—Toronto, ON—Baby G’s

27—Cleveland, OH—The Grog Shop

29—Philadelphia, PA—Johnny Brenda’s

31—Boston, MA—Great Scott

NOVEMBER

1—New York, NY—Bowery Ballroom

2—Washington, DC—DC9

3—Carrboro, NC—Cat’s Cradle

5—Atlanta, GA—Aisle 5

6—Nashville, TN—High Watt

8—Dallas, TX—Dada

9—Houston, TX—House of Blues Bronze Peacock

10—Austin, TX—Scoot Inn

11—San Antonio, TX—Paper Tiger

14—Phoenix, AZ—Rebel Lounge

15—West Hollywood, CA—Troubadour

16—San Francisco, CA—Slim’s

18—San Diego, CA—Voodoo Room @ House of Blues San Diego

Buy tickets here: maxfrost.net/tour.html

Watch DallasK's music video for 'Recover' here

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

DallasK released an impressive music video last week and upon seeing it for the first time, we were utterly blown away. The cinematography of the video and the production of the track are phenomenal. The sultry-like pop vocals and the gorgeous music video go to highlight some of DallasK's artistic visual style and their melodic production technique—which you have to admit, it's pretty damn catchy, right? Check it out for yourself and let us know what you think and don't forget to connect with the artist online to stay up to date on any future releases and enjoy! 

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We're obsessed with Sam Setton's latest 'Wine'

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Sam Setton makes his big return with 'Wine'. An intimate R&B gem with dark undertones and rich lyrical imagery. We love the production style but most importantly, Sam delivers some of his best work yet. The sultry like vocals and bouncy production elevates Sam's emotional distress as he reflects on a past relationship. We love this side of the artist and we felt like Sam did an incredible job portraying his frustration and energy in the song.

This isn't the first time we've covered Sam on the site and from the get-go we've admired and loved Sam's writing style. We're excited to see what's around the corner for the artist and it's safe to say we'll be supporting all the way to the top. Don't forget to connect with the artist online to stay up to date on any future releases and enjoy!

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"I wrote 'Wine" about my stressful relationship with my ex-girlfriend. Our love and dependency on each other was so intense, that after our fights we would turn to drinking and substances to ease the tension and delay confrontation. Often times the lines between love and hate, drunk and sober, became blurred. This song channels my frustration and conflict about the relationship as at points in the song I say she's my soulmate and at other's I say that I won't even miss her if we end things.. even if it’s just to get a rise out of her. 'Wine' is a confrontational song, but writing it allowed me to grow and learn from the relationship." - Sam Setton

Lyrics: (genius.com/Sam-setton-wine-lyrics)

Sam Setton via Instagram

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Alex Holmes & Cylink share new house tune 'You Got Me Feeling Like'

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Alex Holmes and Cylink teamed up to deliver this catchy new house tune titled 'You Got Me Feeling Like'. We love the deep plucks and the beautiful vocal performance... mix in some melodic vocal samples and a punchy house kick and you have a solid dance track to carry you into the night. Cylink's production style has grown a lot and if you have a moment to check out the artist's discography on Spotify, you should (Click here).

Alex absolutely crushed her performance and brought a magical essence to the track that's truly something else. Whether you're a fan of pop or old school dance classics, Alex brings a style to house music that's flat out incredible. Check it out for yourself and you'll see what we mean. Enjoy!

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"Although the backing track was written in January, it took until June to find a vocalist. After 6 months of searching, I met Alex on online music platform Vocalizr. I was very inspired by her music on her profile and so I blatantly sent her a message asking her whether she would be interested to collaborate on a track.

The original intention of the track was to create a late night vibe. The jazzy e-piano runs in verses and frequent use of 7th chords were to create 'walking across the street late at night' picture. The mood of the track changed during the composition and it is interesting how most people hearing it now think the song has tropical summer vibes." - Cylink

🎧 Stream & Download - bonfirerecs.co/alexholmes-cylink 🎧

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Alia shares new pop single 'Amnesia'

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Up and coming pop artist Alia released her first single of 2018 since taking nearly a year hiatus. Their new single, 'Amnesia', tackles an exciting electro-pop direction with a fresh lyrical style from the artist that we can't get enough of. It's catchy, fun, and highlights the gritty and raw energy from the artist in a way that's truly addicting. We reached out to the artist and requested some more info but no luck yet so we'll just have to hang tight and wait to see what the young pop star has in store for the rest of the year. 

Alia via Instagram

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