"What You Need" by Steve Angello & Wh0 is here. Released by S—ZE Records x Wh0 Plays x Astralwerks.

Angello's S—ZE Records celebrates its 20th anniversary with a new partnership with Astralwerks.

Swati Bhat

Click on the image to listen

On the new track "What You Need," released tonight via Angello's SIZE Records / Wh0 Plays / Astralwerks, Steve Angello, co-founder of Swedish dance Mafia, and the mystery music duo Wh0 dig into the primordial heartbeat of dance music. The single, a modern-day song that cleverly borrows Carrie Lucas' "I Got to Be Dancin,'" brims with addictive rhythms and bold basslines, delivering a contemporary twist to a classic disco theme. This seamless fusion of old and new showcases sampling's transformative potential in the growth of house music, reworking vintage sounds for the modern dancefloor.

"What You Need" is SIZE Records' 250th release and its first since partnering with Astralwerks, and it coincides with the label's 20th anniversary. As part of the agreement, Astralwerks will distribute SIZE Records' future albums, including Angello's solo material, as well as the iconic independent label's catalogue.

"While I'm excited to honour SIZE Records' legacy by re-launching the catalogue, I'm equally excited about what the future holds," adds Steve Angello. "Collaborating with Wh0 to make 'What You Need' the imprint's first new release feels like the perfect way to set the tone for everything we have planned. It's a new age, a new team, a new SIZE, new collaborations, and a lot of new music! My thanks to Astralwerks for joining us on this adventure at SIZE!"

"SIZE Records is a powerhouse label and home to some of my all-time favourite records!" Astralwerks President Toby Andrews exclaimed. "Being able to collaborate with them as they begin their 20th-anniversary celebrations while Astralwerks celebrates its 30th year feels like the perfect match." In addition, the entire team is delighted to offer more of Steve's music to the world and collaborate with him and his staff to improve the label's future vision and catalogue."

"This record came about as a result of our manager introducing us to Kurtis Mantronik's '77 Strings' and a video of Fatboy Slim performing it at the classic Big Beach Boutique II concert in Brighton back in 2002," Wh0 recalls. We admired it, but we wanted to alter the sample in our own way rather than simply loop it. We brought it to Steve a year later, incorporating some old-school rave stabs and organs... he instantly connected with it and added his own magic to the mix. We're thrilled with the end outcome!"

In 2023, Angello will release new music and broaden his horizons. This summer, he'll be performing at Tomorrowland and a slew of other festivals. His forthcoming US engagements include a show at The Brooklyn Mirage on August 20.

Tickets and tour details are available HERE.

#thecommunique #tcn #tc #entertainment #music #song #SteveAngello #WH0 #SIZERecords

Abu Dhabi will construct a sprawling studio complex by 2025.

The announcement that Abu Dhabi will invest in a world-class studio complex comes as neighboring Saudi Arabia begins to gain traction in wooing international projects.

Swati Bhat

A vast studio complex is being planned for Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, which has acted as an exterior site for portions of Hollywood franchises such as "Dune," "Star Wars," and "Fast and Furious."

The filming facility, titled twofour54 Studios, would stretch over 100 acres and include 11 state-of-the-art soundstages, an external water tank, and six adaptable standing sets, according to the state-owned media and production center twofour54 Abu Dhabi.

"Twofour54 Studios will be a future-proof, virtual production-ready, metaverse-enabled, and fully-fledged production destination, addressing high demand in the regional and global production landscape," according to a statement from the firm.

The studio property will include office space, as well as post-production and screening rooms.

Abu Dhabi is gaining popularity as a venue for international production because to its up to 30% refund on qualified costs, as well as no-hassle paperwork and logistical assistance. Apart from Hollywood films, the city, and its surrounding desert have attracted Bollywood productions such as "Bharat" and "Tiger Zinda Hai."

"The creative industries have been identified as one of Abu Dhabi's priority sectors given the important economic and social value they create," said Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, CEO of twofour54 Abu Dhabi parent firm ADNEC Group, in a statement. "Through twofour54 Studios, we are proud to drive Abu Dhabi's vision of becoming a leading global destination for content creation." Following its completion in 2025, it will boost film and television production to the next level, creating jobs and contributing to the local economy."

"Over the last 15 years, Twofour54 has facilitated thousands of productions, establishing a compelling track record and deep expertise of the global film industry's demands," twofour54 CEO Mark Whitehead made the observation. "Leveraging this invaluable experience, twofour54 identified an opportunity in the MENA region - the demand for an integrated, future-ready production destination," he continued.

#thecommunique #tcn #tc #entertainment #AbuDhabi #future

J Trix, dropped his highly awaited single "Sexy" from his debut EP 'Middle-Class Boys'

J Trix, a well-known rapper and musician, released his highly anticipated single "Sexy" from his debut EP 'Middle-Class Boys' on July 27th. J Trix's unwavering passion and achievement in the music industry are exemplified by the hard-hitting rap single.

Click on the image to WATCH the song.

J Trix has become a significant character in the rap business via years of tireless hustle, earning international recognition for his extraordinary talent and impacting songs. "Sexy" exemplifies his unrepentant approach toward reaping the benefits of his labor and serves as a rousing song for those who refuse to settle for anything less than achievement.

Produced by the tremendously brilliant Subspace, "Sexy" digs into the realm of traditional trap music, enthralling listeners with its explosive rhythm slaps and J Trix's typical razor-sharp lyricism. The song adds to J Trix's increasing record and cements him as a force to be reckoned with in the Indian rap industry.

Notably, "Sexy" follows J Trix's successful collaboration with renowned musician Ikka on the powerful single "Gundagardi". "Sexy," J Trix's sophomore song off his EP 'Middle-Class Boys,' promises to take his artistry to new heights while captivating audiences with his unrivaled energy and style.

J Trix is thrilled about the launch of his song Sexy and communiqué, “This single is special to me since I have opened up about my journey and also experimented with a new and different soundscape. Exploring and expanding the horizons of Indian rap music. Hoping listeners enjoy it as much as I did while making it..”

J Trix, real name Jaitay Bhardwaj, has amassed an outstanding catalog of over 40 singles and a hard-hitting EP. With his strong bars and distinct 'Choppa' style, he epitomizes Kolkata's emerging rap culture. J Trix received substantial popularity last year with the release of his debut song "Streets" by Universal Music India, propelling him into the mainstream rap music industry and confirming his place as one of India's top emcees.

J Trix's release of "Sexy" from his EP 'Middle-Class Boys' represents yet another milestone in his career, as he continues to push boundaries and redefine the Indian rap genre. J Trix is ready to leave an unforgettable imprint on the music industry with his outstanding talent and unwavering dedication.

#thecommunique #tcn #tc #entertainment #JTrix