EDMID Winter Waveforms 2021

"The result of 2020 is a year no one asked for, but also a symbol of growth.  It is unfortunate to see the music industry see a hit during this pandemic. But also, the music, more than ever has been a resource and an outlet for people to connect with and reflect on.   Alongside, a lot of artists continue their growth, and the discovery of smaller artists continue to make an impact on sets.  In this mini-mix I reflect on a few artists I see growing furthermore into the next year, alongside, a few of my favorites." - @ixto-music

Tracklist:
ID – ID
Fairouz - Li Beirut (Bedouin 2020 Tribute Rework)
Somelee – Voice Behind Me
Dee Montero – Bridges ft. Laura Freedland
Jeff Ozmits & Bedroom Logic – Secret Sky
Re.You - Relocate ft. Stereo Mc's (Rodriguez Jr. Remix)

EDMID Winter Waveforms 2020 || ixto

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EDMID Winter Waveforms 2021 || ixto

Canadian DJ and producer Ryan Shepherd has been gaining popularity over the past few years with his high energy performances and house music beats that make feet move with ease. Gaining early support from the likes of Loud Luxury, he kicked off 2020 in style with tunes that included "Don't Hold Me Down," "What The Hell Am I (Drinking In LA)," and a remix of ALAMPA's "Lush Dance" on Armada Music. But then, the pandemic hit.

Instead of letting the woes of lockdown get him down and out, Ryan Shepherd shifted gears to focus on supporting the local scene in Toronto. He launched a weekly livestream series dubbed Hello Sunday that found a home on Twitch and IG Live in his efforts to raise funds for the city's bar, restaurant, and nightlife scene. While many of the streams featured Ryan Shepherd solely serenading viewers, he has also been joined by other artists in the scene including Zeds Dead, Bobby Love, DLMT, and Famba. Since its launch, these livestreams have raised $20,000 to provide direct support.

As the final days of 2020 approached, Shepherd looked to gift fans with a fresh release to feast on as well with the release of his first single since before the pandemic took hold. Earlier this month he dropped "Hello Sunday," an ode to his fundraiser series that uplifts listeners with its old-school piano house vibes. Featuring vocals from acclaimed UK-based vocalist Caitlyn Scarlett, its lyrics speak directly to those who have been working to better themselves this year and layer in perfectly with the beat.

Now, to help close out the year and carry everyone into 2021, Ryan Shepherd has graced the Winter Waveforms series with a mix that will help you shake off the chilly temperatures. Give it a listen!

EDMID Winter Waveforms 2021 || Ryan Shepherd

"2020 for me, like a lot of artists, has been a struggle emotionally, creatively, and mentally. That said, I am super thankful to have a support system and the outpouring of love I've seen this year has given me hope. From finally having the courage to come out as transgender this year in addition to my next few records which signal the direction I want to take my music in, 2021 to me is about making the most out of what I have and never taking life for granted ever again. I hope you enjoy this mix as much as I enjoyed putting it together. Cheers!" - @babyweightmusic

Tracklist:
1. Baby Weight, "Track ID" [Unreleased]
2. Westend, "Prickly Pear" [Insomniac Records] / Hard Drive, "Deep Inside (Acapella)"
3. Baby Weight & Hot Pot, "Let's Get This Bread" [Unreleased]
4. Baby Weight, "No Drama (datatab Remix)" [Admit One Records]
5. Marie Davidson, "Work It (Soulwax Remix)" [Ninja Tune]
6. Walker & Royce, "Warkin It" [Dirtybird] / Gwen Stefani, "Hollaback Girl (Acapella)"
7. Baby Weight, "Running With Scissors Up a Spiral Staircase" [Admit One Records]
8. Plus Size Models & Tony H, "Control" [Chub Rub]
9. RN ISMO, "The Sound" [Chub Rub]
10. Johnny 2 Shots, "The American Dream (Baby Weight Remix)" [Talldoor Records]
11. Baby Weight & Cody Nu Skool ft. Hutchtastic, "Body Language" [Unreleased]
12. Not Not, "Amfaw" [Chub Rub]
13. Luke Andy, "ID" [Unreleased] / Redlight, "Gold Teeth (Acapella)"
14. Justin Martin, "Hello Clouds (Ardalan Remix)" [Dirtybird]

EDMID Winter Waveforms 2021 || Baby Weight

Southern California has become a hotbed for the freshest sounds in the underground house and techno scene, and artists from San Diego are helping lead that charge. One of the producers from America's Finest City that continued to impress with each passing performance and release is none other than ElezD.

First catching our ear and wowing us with his music back in 2017, ElezD further proved his abilities in the studio in 2020 with releases that included the likes of "Quatro," "HiCue," and "Remote Disc." He's also flexed his skills as a collaborator by teaming up with another San Diego standout, Memo Rex, on "Capital" that landed on Jannowitz Records, while also remixing 28mm's "ISO" to twist it in a new way as well.

Before the end of the year, ElezD graced his growing fanbase with another stunner dubbed "Uncharted" that features a booming beat and a tempo that urges feet to move. Out now on Playoff Records, it's a surefire jam and a solid addition to any techno lover's playlist so grab your copy on Beatport or listen to the tune on Spotify.

Now, in the first days of 2021, he's looking to leave his mark with a mix that will satiate your cravings for techno tunes and showcases the hard work he's put into making music over the past year. "I made it a goal to create a mix with 100% original music with the exception of one track I included in the mix that isn't mine," ElezD stated when asked about the mix. "I hope you can enjoy it as much as I did when creating this music."

EDMID Winter Waveforms 2021 || ElezD

"Throughout my life - from Houston to San Antonio to Austin, from my hometown to my university, and to the music scene including all of Central Texas - I have learned so much from those I surround myself with. I learn from them and their successes, as well as their failures. With my Alpha Trap project, it’s a message to my listeners, a way of living. We can all grow and learn from each other to beat the traps in life that will set us back. My wish is for my listeners to believe this message and feel the grooves of my tunes. Cheers." - @AlphaTrapMusic

EDMID Winter Waveforms 2021 || ixto

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