If you want to talk about rising labels that are currently showcasing some of the bass scenes finest electronic producers , quite a few come to mind like WaveCraft Collective , Wubaholics , Psychocybin Records  and more. One you should definitely want to add on your must listen list now is DoYu Digital , a Canadian based bass record label who’s sudden rise through the ranks should not be left unnoticed. Today we have the honor of premiering their newest addition ‘Smoke This Club’ , a single off the newly anticipated IDGAF album from ZURGLIN that is set to drop in it’s entirety by August 31st on all platforms. The single provides all the blends of various bass genres that we all love on the daily , the perfect fusion of deep atmospheric vibes yet heavy hitting. Let’s take a deeper dive as to why we consider this release what we like to call , a certified bop.

The Icon Collective seems to be giving birth to many multi-genre based artists within the music scene recently that have been causing waves for all of 2022. One of these particular artists has been on our radar for quite some time now. Joseph Yuen , an LA-based electronic producer better known as L’Homie , is back once more to solidify his place amongst the heavy hitters as one to look out for. Today we have the pleasure of premiering our personal favorite off his new 4 track EP titled , EARLY HOURS , which drops in it’s entirety today via our good friends over at Street Ritual.  Having found success with his last two EP’s , we’re sure this one is nothing short of brilliance like his previous work. Time to take a deeper diver as to what makes DARK NRG  a certified bop , and why you should tune in right now as well !

In today’s electronic bass scene, breaking out of the mold and showcasing new and unique sounds can be a daunting task for even the most talented of producers. Canada based producer, smol, is back again, tackling this difficult task with ease as he brings forth his latest track “So High”, featured on Wavecraft Collective’s latest compilation , Resurgence Vol. 1. This comp focuses on playing on dark and heavy textures that are seen in all 7 tracks from artists such as leet, MLOTIK, JamL and others. smol combines an aggressive but unique rhythm to fuel this track’s drops, creating full length hybrid house tune with an exciting yet heavy soundscape that is not to be missed. We have already seen some of the crowd reactions to this being played out and trust us when we say this one is an absolute stomper. Let’s take a deeper dive into why we are calling “So High” and the rest of Wavecraft Collective’s Resurgence Vol. 1 EP, a certified bop. Rest of the compilation will drop in its entirety on August 23rd!

1. What is your biggest inspiration to this day that has helped shape your style of music and why?

I was asked to write a twelve minute long custom piece of music to enhance a storyline drawn up by Cirque De La Nuit to be performed live through flow art and dance for TEDx Talks in Calgary. The idea was that multiple points of inspiration could be fused together to create a powerful and unique hybrid idea in the end. If you’ve listened to a few of my tunes spanning different genres you’ll know I tend to fluidly move my listeners through a dynamic storyline as my songs progress. I tend to bend genre boundaries pretty hard, this approach was all birthed from this opportunity.

2. What has been a personal career struggle that you have battled with the most and how has it helped mold your character for the better good presently?

The biggest career struggle I’ve dealt with is living and writing music in Canada with over 90% of my fan base calling the USA home. Building genuine connections and fostering lasting friendships mainly online has really shown me the beautiful side of social media. I do publish a lot of content on it, but I generally use it for communicating with friends & fans, organizing my music or label project and straight up learning how to do different things better whether that be food, music or mindfulness. I definitely can’t wait to break into the American market in person this fall/winter and meet some of the wonderful friends I’ve made over the past couple of years!

For those of us who have been following Stranger Things, or at least have some knowledge of mainstream pop culture over the last few months, we all definitely have heard the iconic track “Running Up that Hill (A Deal With God)” by Kate Bush. This track has been played over and over and over and it seems like it’s been stuck in everyone’s heads since the day the episode aired on Netflix. But never fear, Star Monster is here with a new and exciting twist on the classic, and trust us when we say this is definitely not like all the other remixes. Keeping each  measure’s emotions without the addition of Bush’s lyrics, this track is packed with up tempo energy and the second drop packs an even harder punch than the first. This tune is definitely high up on the list of remixes that have been put out by Running Up that Hill, so do not sleep on it! Let’s take a deeper dive into why we are calling Star Monster’s tribute to “Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God), a certified bop.

“This song has always had such a vibe for me. It was so cool how Stranger Things really tapped into it and re-energized it. The musicality of the song is so creative and strange to me. I really wanted to push the music to a different extreme….while also keeping the emotional pull of the song without lyrics. Was quite a fun project. A couple days turned into a month perfecting the instruments I developed for this song. Hope it takes you somewhere interesting.”

1. What has been your biggest inspiration to this day that has helped shape your style of music and why?

Honestly Burningman… it really exposed me to so many different styles of bass music. It also made me inspired to create really trippy soundscapes and fun dance rhythms.

2. What has been a personal career struggle that you have battled with the most that has helped mold your character for the better good presently?

Just the pecking order of the DJ world. The kind of cliquishness and the cooler than you attitude really rubbed me the wrong way. I’ve definitely used that as motivation to make it about music and connected interactions.

The bass scene is thriving like never before , and it’s thanks to individuals like OCTANE & LUNNARI. In a market where standing out amongst a literal sea of other producers and djs , it’s always tuff trying to make a name for yourself and your project. There is one way however , versatility. That was is what we bring forth to you today via our new premiere of their newest release titled “UP TO YOU”. This is a single off their upcoming 5 track EP that will soon be released via HALCYON tomorrow , on the 19th , named “Chemical Catharsis. This label has set a standard in what they call future riddim , although it’s still a fairly new wave of bass music,  it’s one that can’t be ignored. It’s colorful , fun , upbeat and still heavy enough to enjoy at full volume. Let’s take a deeper dive into why we are calling today’s release , a certified bop.

Seeing some of our favorite artists join forces to create new and exciting tunes is always one of our favorite things here at Headbang Society. Huntington Beach producer, Bassgazm, and Florida bass queen, Sacred Snow, have teamed up with our friends over at DoYu to bring forth their latest heater of a track, “Outer Space”. This track will list you off from planet earth and send you through the depths of the galaxy with its intense waves of vibrations, complex basslines and capturing melodies. “Outer Space” combines the perfect levels of wubs to transport you to another dimension, guided by Sacred Snow’s intricate lyrics taking you through a far off journey of space and time. We definitely know that we’ll be keeping this one on repeat for the foreseeable future. Let’s take a deeper dive into why we are calling “Outer Space”, a certified bop.

If there was one thing you could change in the bass scene, what would it be and why?

Bassgazm – If there was one thing I could change in the bass scene, I would create a platform for smaller, unrecognized artists to be able to play in front of big audiences more often. Also, I would create a platform for smaller, unrecognized artists to be able to have their music heard by the bigger more recognizable labels out there. I have found it very difficult to be recognized just based on how good your music is. These days it’s all about social media presence and who you know. If there was a better way for artists to be recognized strictly on talent, that would be amazing.

Sacred Snow – Change can be a good thing. It can be a catalyst for transformation and just like the caterpillar metamorphosing into a butterfly, in every ending holds a possible new beginning. I think if we figure out a way to create more personal connection through guided experiences such as meditation or yoga, this could be a beautiful way to help the world heal collectively. Having a fun care free environment to rage and release is a beautiful way to channel emotions, but in order to balance this we could also promote healthier & more sustainable lifestyles. Going as hard as possible all the time just isn’t good for your mind, body and soul in any aspect. Taking breaks, and understanding that even Artists have personal lives and difficulties too. Social media makes it easy to perceive someone as always positive or happy, but the truth is everyone struggles with something. If we set the intention to create a safe space where we can come together and transmute that pain through community and love, that’s how we can change the world 1 life at a time. Edm is built on the foundations of peace, love, unity, and respect, and I can’t help but feel like we are missing opportunities to bring these core principles to light in new impactful ways.

Who/what are the biggest inspirations in the music you create today?

Bassgazm – Back when I first started making Dubstep music, I wanted to make the most heavy, aggressive, in your face dubstep possible. But these days, I am going back to my Dubstep roots which are the WUBS. I’ve been a dubstep lover since I first heard Rusko & Caspa back in late 2008. I’ve been pulling influence and have been inspired by some OG artists like The Widdler, Caspa, as well as newer artists like Peekaboo, Space Wizard, Dirtysnatcha, Shanghai Doom, Dirt Monkey, Hexed, Mersiv, Tape B as well as anything that’s being released on Wakaan, Deep, Dark & Dangerous, Wubaholics, or Headbang Society. I have also been heavily inspired to blend different genres of Dubstep music into each track that I have created, since I love almost every style of Dubstep.

Sacred Snow – Being named after the Grateful Dead’s song “Cassidy” my life has been filled with a deep love for music and self expression. As a young performer, I spent many years on the stage practicing various performing arts such as theater, dancing, singing, guitar, and piano recitals. This is where my love for incorporating live performance and vocals into my sets. I’ve been heavily inspired by a mix of experimental bass producers such as of the trees, peekaboo, lsdream, liquid stranger, yheti.  It was only natural to start incorporating my voice into everything, but I especially draw creative energy from the ethereal female vocals of artists like willow, grimes, and purity ring. My love for hip hop and rapping started after growing up in South Florida and being exposed to all different styles of lyrical rap. It only felt right to turn these poems I was writing into a song and start combining my 2 passions to create an entirely new style of project no one’s ever seen before. I believe in the power that music holds to change peoples lives, just like it played a role in shaping the person I am today, and this is why I write music with a conscious and positive message.