Listen to Juli Strawbridge's new song 'Cry' right here

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Well, to keep things going this week we have a beautiful new song from indie artist Juli Strawbridge. Titled 'Cry', the new release is the 6th song on Juli's self-made album 'Are We There Yet?'—set to be released on Soundcloud August 2nd and will be made available on other DSP's shortly after.

The 21-year-old singer/songwriter caught our attention for a couple of reasons. First, we love her writing style and the vocal performance felt genuine and uplifting. And second, we love the lyricism throughout the song and the rich melodic instrumentation. Juli has a technical skill that shines through her work and we look forward to hearing the rest of her album soon. Don't forget to connect with Juli Strawbridge online so you never miss a beat. Enjoy!

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"Thank you so much to everyone who supported me and endured me during my moody, anti-social months of laboring over this." - Juli Strawbridge

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Instagram | YouTube

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 🎧

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST: 

Connect with Cylink:

https://soundcloud.com/cylinkmusic

https://www.facebook.com/cylink44/

https://twitter.com/cylinkmusic

The Lost Boys release catchy summer anthem 'Good Night' (feat. Brendan Bennett)

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

We love this new release from electronic duo, The Lost Boys. Titled 'Good Night', the new track features Brendan Bennett on vocals and together, the two artists deliver a catchy and colorful new tune, just in time for summer. The instrumental features a wavey and melodic production style that not only compliments Brendan's infectiously catchy vocal style but elevates the energy of the track at just the right moment.

It's another solid release from the group and we're thrilled to share it with you today. If you like the song, be sure to share it with your friends and don't forget to connect with everyone involved to stay up to date on any future releases or updates. Enjoy!

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"We got connected with Brendan a few months back through a mutual friend. When we listened to Brendan’s music on Spotify, we heard Sammy Adam, college party type vibes from him. We immediately started having ideas on this track and sent him a demo the next day and he loved it. He sent us vocals back 2 days later and it was an absolute smash. This was a super fun track to make because it perfectly intertwines our Pop/Edm vibe and Brendan’s hip-hop vibe."

🎧Support on all platforms: song.guide/goodnight 🎧

 CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Follow Chroma Records:
Facebook: facebook.com/ChromaRecs
Twitter: twitter.com/chromarecords
SoundCloud: @chromarecords
Website: chromarecords.com

Follow The Lost Boys:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wearetlb/
SoundCloud: @wearetlb
Twitter: twitter.com/wearetlb_

Follow Brendan Bennett:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/33brendan33
SoundCloud: @33brendan33
Twitter: twitter.com/33brendan33

Virtual Self announces tour and releases 'Angel Voices'

ANNOUNCEMENT:

Today, Virtual Self shares the technic-Angel edit of “Ghost Voices” called “Angel Voices” HERE. After announcing the headline tour last week, the general on-sale tickets for Porter Robinson’s Virtual Self North America Virtual Self Utopia Tour are available today via VirtualSelf.co/UtopiaTour. The tour kicks off with a performance at Electric Zoo on Friday 8.31 in New York and stops in cities from Austin to Vancouver. More Utopia tour dates on the West Coast will be announced shortly.

TICKETS + INFO VIRTUALSELF.CO/UTOPIATOUR

The Utopia show combines two sets into one — one set each from the two Virtual Self “producers". First, a techno, 2-step and trance segment from Robinson's technic-Angel moniker, followed by a mashing of gabber, jungle, and hardcore from Pathselector. The immersive performance will bring fans into a world of mutated 2001-era warehouse rave complete with custom-built lighting and a stage production that looks unlike anything else in electronic music. People will be quick to notice that Porter's commitment to the aesthetic is just as effortful as his previous live shows, and it’s safe to say that this will be the most unique show of 2018.

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Virtual Self—an alias of electronic producer Porter Robinson announced their headlining tour for 2018 this week and we're absolutely thrilled. Since the debut release of the artist's EP, Porter has delivered a captivating experience like nothing else. The music, the design, and theme behind the Virtual Self project are exceptionally well produced and maintained. But when it really comes down to it, we love Virtual Self because it doesn't rely on marketing tricks or cheap gimmicks but rather strives off a dedicated creative process and years of constantly evolving their sound. If you're a fan of electronic music, you should be paying attention to this project—period. 

VIRTUAL SELF UTOPIA TOUR DATES:

TICKETS + INFO VIRTUALSELF.CO/UTOPIATOUR

Fri 8.31 - New York, NY @ Electric Zoo

Sat 9.1 - Buffalo, NY @ Riverworks

Sun 9.2 - Montreal, QC @ New City Gas (CLUBSYSTEM)

Mon 9.3 - Washington, DC @ Echostage

Thu 9.6 - Detroit, MI @ Royal Oak

Fri 9.7 - Chicago, IL @ Aragon

Sat 9.8 - Minneapolis, MN @ Armory

Tues 9.11 - Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex

Thu 9.13 - Seattle, WA @ WAMU

Fri 9.14 - Vancouver, BC @ Commodore

Sat 9.15 -  Edmonton, AB @ Shaw Conference Center (CLUBSYSTEM)

Wed 10.3 - Austin, TX @ Emo’s

Thu 10.4 - Dallas, TX @ Bomb Factory

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

https://www.facebook.com/VirtualSelf

https://twitter.com/virtual_self

https://www.instagram.com/virtualself/

Daijo and Tory Lanez team up to deliver 'Shot To My Heart'

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Canadian producer Daijo—real name Benjamin Shir—shared their latest musical collaboration with us featuring hip-hop star Tory Lanez. Having spent the better part of the last decade producing for some of the biggest names in the industry, Daijo is now embracing an exciting new chapter where the future is already looking bright for the artist.... and this record proves just that. Whether you're a fan of electronic music or hip-hop music, we're confident you'll appreciate the production and lyrical style from the two artists. Don't forget to connect with Daijo online to stay up to date on any future releases and enjoy! 

Daijo via Instagram

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"I have been a fan of Tory's for a long time and being in the studio together felt very natural, he is an absolute talent and I hope everyone enjoys this song as much as we enjoyed creating it.” - Daijo

Tory Lanez via Instagram

DOWNLOAD/STREAM THE SONG: 

Download / Stream: smarturl.it/qpjowu

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Follow Daijo:
https://twitter.com/daijomusic
https://soundcloud.com/daijomusic
https://www.facebook.com/daijomusicofficial/
https://www.instagram.com/daijomusic/?hl=en
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCm0znbTfANRrLqyQsW8J-g/videos

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

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Twitter | Instagram

Opening: Mnēmonikos Saturday, August 4th

Ethereal dreamscapes curated by Esther Ruiz. 

The show's title is derived from Ancient Greek and alludes to somatic memory. The artists included in this show are considered practitioners in the art of memory articulation and depiction. In toying with the line between clarity and obscurity, the 13 artists use a mix of media to hold space for the intimacy of remembering. 

featuring
Theresa Daddezio, Scout Dunbar, Leah Guadagnoli, Meredith Hoffheins, Clinton King, Elisa Lendvay, Kristy Luck, Andrew Moeller, Scott Robinson, Jonathan Ryan, Sarah Tortora, Austin Williams, Jake Ziemann

Tiger Strikes Asteroid LA is open weekends 12-5pm; this show is on view through August 26.

Saturday, August 4, 2018

7:00 PM  10:00 PM

Tiger Strikes Asteroid 1206 Maple Avenue #523 Los Angeles, CA, 90015 United States (map)

Music: Union Station DJ Set Friday, August 3rd

KCRW collaborates with the Summer Nights series to bring some danceable grooves to Union Station. Kick your August off right in one of DTLA's most iconic landmarks.

Music by KCRW DJs Dan Wilcox + Anne Litt

Friday, August 3, 2018

6:00 PM  7:00 PM

Union Station 800 North Alameda Street Los Angeles, CA, 90012 United States (map)

Pop Up: Junior High & Friends Flea Market Sunday, July 29th

It's always a fun & cute time at Hollywood's Jr Hi. Not to mention you're supporting a space that prioritizes the ethical display of queer POC art/ists over profit.

Shop vintage wares, records, second-hand clothing, and original artwork. Music from DJ Hazel English.

Sunday, July 29, 2018

1:00 PM  4:00 PM

Junior High Los Angeles 5656 Hollywood Boulevard Los Angeles, CA, 90028 United States (map)

Talk: Lab Artist Residency Culmination Saturday, July 28th

Four California-based artists were selected to participate in a three-month residency in Los Angeles’ Little Tokyo from May 1 to July 31, 2018. During this residency, the artists immersed themselves in the community by living at the historic Daimaru Hoteland producing work guided by the overarching theme of “Community Control and Self-Determination.”

Saturday, July 28, 2018

6:00 PM  8:00 PM

Little Tokyo Service Center 231 East 3rd Street Los Angeles, CA, 90013 United States (map)

Opening: To Have or To Be Saturday, July 28th

The ever-present question of object, representation, and objective representation is at hand in this show. Can we have this art? Or do we let it be? Can beauty be owned? Find out.

Featuring:
Johanna Breiding, Don Edler, Jamie Felton, Jenalee Harmon, Nicolas Romero, Camille Schefter, Emily Sudd, Adrienne Elise Tarver

Ochi Projects is open Wednesday through Saturday from 12-5pm or by appointment, To Have or To Be is on view through September 8.

Saturday, July 28, 2018

6:00 PM  9:00 PM

Ochi Projects 3301 West Washington Boulevard Los Angeles, CA, 90018 United States (map)

Pop Up: Chinatown Summer Nights Saturday, July 28th

A summer party for metro-savvy Anglenos.

Incredibly curated event featuring Chinatown's best and brightest. Everything is super 'gramable and there's tons to see, hear, and taste. 

Saturday, July 28, 2018

5:00 PM  11:00 PM

Central Plaza 978 North Broadway Los Angeles, CA, 90012 United States (map)