Stream & DL : https://go.gravitasrecordings.com/virtusinsonusvii

Gravitas Recordings is proud to present Virtus In Sonus for its seventh installation.  This series is back to fulfill its founding mission: unite emerging and establish Gravitas artists in a diverse, cohesive release.  This compilation series has had a legendary tale, featuring huge artists over the years including CloZee, Of The Trees, Lil Fish, Perkulat0r, Dorfex Bros, Mr. Bill, Esseks, Duffrey and so many more.  Every version builds a beautiful journey through electronic music, weaving between genres and styles to create something special.  Virtus is an Ancient Roman virtue that represents excellence; Sonus is Latin for noise and is the root word for sound.  Through our philosophy that vanity metrics are irrelevant to explore intelligent, excellent electronic music.

Virtus In Sonus VII

Forget

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Nyquist - Forget

Everything (Sarah’s Song)

deemster - Everything (Sarah's Song)

Parallel Lives

To the Tide - Parallel Lives

Born & Raised in Louisville Kentucky, his upbringing and surroundings inspire his sound in a profound way.Combining natural soundscapes with contemporary sound design techniques, Supernatural provides a diverse palette of textures, melodies, and rhythms which conjure up a danceable and unique vibe.


https://linktr.ee/sprntrl.beats

Supernatural - Grove

Based out of Denver, Colorado, Augment’s diverse melodies create a dreamscape with a mix of experimental bass that abstracts reality. Through low tempos, hip-hop beats and heavy sound design he encapsulates his audience in a free flowing experience, while incorporating subliminal messages through the form of quotes and undefined verbiage. The listeners mind can wonder to new ideas and concepts that can influence their life going forward.

Instagram: @augment.bass
soundcloud.com/augment_bass

Augment - Realms

Travis Wintler is a dynamic and versatile Bass producer from Cashmere, WA. With a passion for music that spans 15 years, Wintler has honed a signature style that fuses West Coast Bass, Dub-Step, Trap and Glitch-Hop. You can find him captivating audiences at events ranging from underground renegades to festivals. Past releases can be found on Couch Lock Collective, Oblysk Music Group, Greater Heights, and Deep Legends.

Low The Ghost is a 140 BPM Bass Pioneer creating fat womps and ghastly Deep ghost dubs! His unique style sets a really fun vibe in place and is already manifesting into something truly magical and ghostly. Low The Ghost has a long history in the Northern California community and has played several festivals. Going forward he aims to connect with everyone and pursue his passion for music even more so.

Travis Wintler X LowTheGhost - Reality

Worm Wizard is a versatile Producer/DJ duo from Tampa, FL, who’s unique beats take you on a dynamic sonic journey. Worm Wizard’s evolving style draws influence from  experimental bass, dubstep, trip hop, trap, and halftime. They create genre-bending tracks with deep resonant basses and funky rhythms, offering listeners an innovative and captivating musical experience.

Instagram ~ instagram.com/wormwizardubs
Facebook ~ facebook.com/wormwizard
Bandcamp ~ wormwizardub.bandcamp.com
Spotify ~ open.spotify.com/artist/3QmwN9vuJ…P3wg&dl_branch=1
SoundCloud ~ @wormwizardub

Worm Wizard - Dredge

In this conversation, Jesse Brede and Gabrielle Watson, known as A Hundred Drums, explore the complexities of diversity and representation in the music industry. She shares her new role at Beatport to create and foster diversity. Gabrielle shares her journey as a DJ and producer, discussing the challenges she faces as a woman of color in a predominantly white male space. They delve into the importance of community, the impact of raving on personal identity, and the need for safe spaces for underrepresented voices. The conversation highlights the pressures of representation and the underlying politics within the music industry, emphasizing the need for change and inclusivity. Gabriele also shares her journey in the music industry, focusing on the evolution of B-Side, the challenges faced in event promotion, and the importance of intention and community. She discusses the impact of significant events like the Ghost Ship Fire and the pandemic on the music scene, as well as her personal growth as a producer and DJ. 


Chapters
00:00 - Navigating Diversity in the Music Industry  
02:57 - The Journey of 100 Drums  
05:52 - Building Community and Representation  
09:09 - Challenges of Being Underrepresented  
12:01 - Personal Experiences and Growth  
14:55 - The Impact of Raving on Identity  
18:11 - Creating Safe Spaces in Music  
1:01 - The Pressure of Representation  
24:14 - The Politics of the Music Industry  
29:35 - Navigating the Complexities of Being an Ally  
30:04 - The Evolution of B-Side: A Journey Through Events  
31:02 - From Small Beginnings to Major Events  
32:25 - Challenges and Triumphs in Event Promotion  
33:21 - The Impact of the Ghost Ship Fire on the Scene  
35:38 - Transitioning Through the Pandemic: A New Era for B-Side  
38:00 - The Rise of a Producer: Key Releases and Collaborations  
40:52 - Reimagining B-Side: A New Direction Post-Pandemic  
43:14 - The Hardships and Rewards of Independent Promotion  
44:40 - The Importance of Intention in the Music Industry  
48:02 - Opportunities with Major Brands: The Super Bowl Experience

Follow A Hundred Drums:
- Official Website: https://www.ahundreddrums.com/
- SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/ahundreddrums
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ahundreddrums
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/ahundreddrums
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahundreddrums/
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1dUCaUhp2RZRXrwOyUnHxQ

A Hundred Drums: Breaking Barriers Through Community and Diversity

Jesse Brede and Mark Rubin, aka Somatoast, explore the multifaceted journey of being an artist in today's world. They discuss the balance between creativity and management, resilience in the face of challenges, and the evolution of artistic presentation in the digital age. Mark shares his experiences with social media satire, self-management, and AI's impact on music creation. The dialogue emphasizes the need for artists to adapt, learn, and find joy in their craft while navigating modern marketing complexities.

Key Takeaways:
• Management as a second creative outlet
• Hurricane experience changing outlook on humanity
• Evolution of artistic presentation into a cohesive brand
• Exploring new musical directions for deeper creativity
• Using social media satire to cope with pressures
• Self-management for personal growth and learning
• The importance of caring deeply about your own projects
• Finding joy in the creative process
• AI collaboration as the future of music production
• Navigating modern marketing challenges

Chapters:
00:00 The Duality of Creativity and Management
00:59 Resilience in the Face of Adversity
06:11 The Evolution of Artistic Presentation
09:04 Exploring New Musical Directions
15:00 The Satirical Lens of Social Media
22:05 Navigating the Challenges of Modern Marketing
30:04 The Journey of Self-Management
40:59 The Future of Music and AI Collaboration

Follow Somatoast:
Bandcamp: https://somatoast.bandcamp.com
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5TRPicyLGbAF5nBjAOTezT
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somatoast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/somatoast
Twitter: https://twitter.com/somatoast

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Somatoast: Authenticity in the Algorithm Age

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Corporate : Wealth Management Business Solutions /General American

A Path Unfolding explores the journey of artists including their trials, triumphs, and lessons along the way. Jesse Brede hosts this deep dive into how to build a creative life. Our initial guests include Balkan Bump, ill.Gates, AHEE, Cloudchord, and Chad Cisneros of Tritonal.

Demos Go Here: gravitasrecordings.com/demos

Gravitas Nation Discord: https://discord.gg/YWp3jFeQwh

Want your music featured on our playlists? https://gravitas.fanlink.tv/playlist

Artists:
@CloZee
@savejofficial
@zingaraa
@Somatoast
@LilFish-1
@JesseBrede
@jgtmusic
@OfTheTrees
@ZebblerEncantiExperience
@Mrbillstunes
@Au5
@AHundredDrums
@AmpLive
@Ahee
@orenda
@comisar
@High-Step-Society
@akriza
@Edamame
@Mindex
@Chamberlainyeah
@MeganHamiltonMusic
@Dissolv
@basstemple
@buzzjunior
@DavidStarfire
@Supersillyus
@hello_yes
@floretloret
@ethnoglobal
@tribone29
@woofax
@willdabeastofficial
@slynk
@deemsterbeats
@jasonleechmusic
@Soohan
@TheSotoSinger
@VoloVibes
@Minnesota
@Electrocado
@Esseks
@Marvel-Years-Official
@WolfeWolf
@VokabKompany
@ill-esha
@BosaVibes
@GovindaMusic
@Cloudchord
@MorilloMusic
@BasslineDrift
@cofresimusic
@Cualli
@AMB
@dysphemic0
@TheDigitalConnection
@TemploMusic
@Perkulat0r



Gravitas Music is an Austin, TX based record label and creative collective that serves as a platform for international artists to showcase their work. The mantra of the multi-genre electronic music label, "doing good with good music," has become a way of life. 

Since its inception in 2011, Gravitas boasts over 200 releases from a selection of producers worldwide. Fueled by its passion to give talented musicians and visualists a platform to share their work, the company strives to give back to the community by raising money for various charitable causes through compilation albums. 

Beyond its philanthropic initiatives, the brand focuses on releasing quality music accessible to anyone via Gravitas’ signature “pay-what-you-want” delivery model. 

Our music is available as Pay What You Want downloads here: http://music.gravitasrecordings.com/

Demos: http://gravitasrecordings.com/demos
Licensing: License@GravitasRecordings.com

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