All posts by David G.

DMV (DC-Maryland-Virginia) resident. Engineering Student at GMU. Favorite sounds: Dubstep, Hardstyle, Latin and Electro House.
Electronic Music, News

Krewella Launches Their New Debut EP “Play Hard”

Chicago, IL – Yesterday, Krewella unveils the PLAY HARD EP in a Beatport Exclusive Release. Exhibiting their signature vocally-driven electronic sound, sisters Jahan and Yasmine Yousaf take listeners on a sonic journey through the aggressive production of Kris “Rainman” Trindl.

The release follows their performance at Spring Awakening Music Festival where Soldier Field exploded in excitement as the Chicago natives took the stage for the first time since January. Since their last hometown performance, they have taken the Internet by storm- landing several #1 spots on Hype Machine and Soundcloud with breakout track, “Killin’ It” as well as their remixes. At the birthplace of house music, expectations were high, but fans would not be disappointed. The overflowing Equinox Tent raged with sweat and energy as thousands of Chicagoans raised their voices, championing the hometown heroes. Many had already having memorized lyrics from KREWELLA’s preview of the EP on Rollingstone.com only a few days prior.

The Play Hard EP features 6 tracks embodying five different subgenres of EDM, from dubstep to progressive house to moombahton. KREWELLA skillfully ties it all together with the signature vocals that they have become known for. Finally releasing the culmination of years of dedication and hard work, KREWELLA remains fiercely dedicated to one goal and one goal only— To make you wet… one song at a time.

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Latin, News, Reggaeton/Latin

Gocho’s “Si Te Digo La Verdad” Reaches #1 On Billboard


#1 on Hot Latin Songs (national chart)
#1 on Tropical Airplay
#1 in radio- Puerto Rico
Miami, FL – Gocho, also known as “el lapiz de platino” has just received his first #1 on Billboard’s most important chart, Hot Latin Songs, thanks to his most recent single, “Si Te Digo La Verdad”. In the Billboard edition which goes on sale June 22nd, the single also appears at #1 on the Tropical Airplay chart and #1 on BDS charts in Puerto Rico. “Si Te Digo La Verdad” has spent 17 weeks on radio.

This romantic song was written and produced by Gocho and features three different versions; pop, mambo, and the official remix featuring Wisin from the duo Wisin y Yandel. “Working with Wisin on the remix for “Si Te Digo La Verdad” has been a blessing and I have to thank all my fans for all their support that they’ve given to this song.” says Gocho.

“Si Te Digo La Verdad” is the second hit from Gocho’s debut solo album titled, “Mi Musica”. His first single, “Dandole” reached the top 5 on Hot Latin Songs and has become a worldwide sensation in countries such as France, Spain, Venezuela, Argentina, Chile, Ecuador, among others. “Mi Musica” was nominated for Premio Lo Nuestro in 2012 for best urban album.

“I’m so grateful to the public, the people in radio, and the media who have supported my career and have allowed me to take my music all around the world.” expressed Gocho who will be performing in Ecuador this weekend.

This past 15th of June, Gocho participated in Despierta America’s Summer Concert Series which aired live on the Univision network. Gocho’s appearance brought lots of energy to the program, but also featured a heart-felt emotional surprise as production brought in Gocho’s father, Rafy Torres, a well known musician and famous trombonist in honor of Fathers Day.