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Styrofoam - Buzz Trillington x Shooter McNappin x Bigski [▲Exclusive▲]

Styrofoam – Buzz Trillington x Shooter McNappin x Bigski [▲Exclusive▲]

  Been a long day? Well good; we have just what you need to kick on back and get over the hump today. Now initially we planned on getting this out to you guys yesterday but we thought it might be a little better to aid y’all in getting through...
Dankles TV Debut: Interview with Robert DeLong

Dankles TV Debut: Interview with Robert DeLong

On February 15, 2013, we had the pleasure of interviewing MTV’s Artist to Watch, Robert DeLong at The Studio of the famous Webster Hall in New York City.  As the first installment of our “Dankles TV” interview series, we’re proud to have such a young and innovatively talented artist give us...
Twerkin Trap Tuesday #56 [FREE DLs]

Twerkin Trap Tuesday #56 [FREE DLs]

What’s growin’ on folks? Now I KNOW y’all better be up on FKi…..if you are a little behind now isn’t really the time to catch up but now at least you know. Without further adue we’re back with yet another installment of our ‘Twerkin’ Trap Tuesday’ post. If you’re a repeat...
The Dankles & Womstreet Present Samples Remix Contest [Stems Inside]

The Dankles & Womstreet Present Samples Remix Contest [Stems Inside]

Just a little over a week ago we dropped the curtains on our biggest remix contest to date. We teamed up with Emissions West Coast Bass Culture to present you musically inclined viewers out there with the opportunity to be featured on  Minnesota‘s upcoming remix EP. With the great response we have...
Squid Talk Mix + Interview with True North [▲Exclusive▲]

Squid Talk Mix + Interview with True North [▲Exclusive▲]

Today we are extremely excited to bring you our newest exclusive, a mix from Australian producer, True North.  Hailing from Sydney, Australia, the young producer first came onto my radar with his “Metric/Brightwork” release (read more and download).  Late last year True North released his first EP, Bespoke.  The five...
An Interview with Topher Jones + Snake Pit Ticket Giveaway

An Interview with Topher Jones + Snake Pit Ticket Giveaway

In less than one week, Chicago-based Producer/DJ, Topher Jones will be joining dance music superstars Diplo and Afrojack on stage at this year’s 2013 Indianapolis 500 Snake Pit concert. The Dankles recently sat down with Topher to discuss the upcoming event, his rise to stardom, and his current thoughts on dance music today. Continue reading...
Fresh Pickn's Friday 65

Fresh Pickn’s Friday 65

The Dankles first and foremost is a site where you can not only find music, videos, interviews, and event info on the freshest musical artists out there today, but is also dedicated to spotlighting up and coming talent that we feel deserve a shout. Every Friday, we will be delivering our Fresh...
Deep Cut Thursday's #14 [FREE DLs]

Deep Cut Thursday’s #14 [FREE DLs]

Do you like  booty-tech, deep house, or G-house? That nu-disco, jackin’ house, or tech house? If you said yes to any of these, then Deep Cut Thursday is the post for you. Each week we will highlight our select favorite tracks spanning across all of electronic music’s darker cousins, showcasing...
Twerkin' Trap Tuesday #55 [EXCLUSIVE MIX + Free DLs]

Twerkin’ Trap Tuesday #55 [EXCLUSIVE MIX + Free DLs]

What’s crackin’ everybody?! We’re back with yet another installment of our ‘Twerkin’ Trap Tuesday’ post. If you’re a repeat customer, do your do and get digging through some tunes. If you’re new here, this is our weekly segment where we showcase some new and some older trap tunes that have...
A Moment With: Toyboy & Robin [▲Exclusive Interview & FREE DLs▲]

A Moment With: Toyboy & Robin [▲Exclusive Interview & FREE DLs▲]

When I first heard Toyboy & Robin’s amazing garage-influenced sound, it was with their track “Everything That You Want” (which is available for free download below!). Immediately it became apparent that the duo’s uncanny ability to inject soul into a UK bass sound would undoubtably catch the ears of all...
Festival Outlook: Summer Camp Music Festival

Festival Outlook: Summer Camp Music Festival

The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer and that means festival season is right around the corner.  Memorial Day weekend is very special for us at The Dankles because, it includes a short journey down south to  Summer Camp Music Festival.  Thanks to Jay Goldberg and his...
DOWNLOAD: Dankles Smartphone Wallpapers

DOWNLOAD: Dankles Smartphone Wallpapers

As we’re gearing up for Summer time here at The Dankles, we’re getting ready to unleash plenty of merchandise, exclusives, Festival Ticket Giveaways, Interviews, remix competitions and way more!  Today, we have decided to give our fans smartphone wallpapers so you can rep The Dankles everywhere you go!  We’ve got wallpapers...
The Dankles & Emissions Present: Minnesota 'Stardust Redux' Remix Contest [Stems Inside]

The Dankles & Emissions Present: Minnesota ‘Stardust Redux’ Remix Contest [Stems Inside]

  With the summer finally upon us it’s just about time to pack up the car and hit the road! Over the past few weeks we have been teaming up with the good people over at Emissions West Coast Bass Culture to bring you guys a handful of special treats to...
An Interview with Team Bayside High

An Interview with Team Bayside High

Interviewed by: Bryan It’s not everyday that you have the pleasure of interviewing two artists that you can call friends. I’ve personally known Derek and Rick of Team Bayside High since their inception a few years ago and have seen them rise to become a mighty powerhouse in bass music....
Festival Outlook: Emissions West Coast Bass Culture 5/17-5/20 [FREE DLs]

Festival Outlook: Emissions West Coast Bass Culture 5/17-5/20 [FREE DLs]

With the summer quickly approaching it’s about that time! Everyone is solidifying their plans and figuring out just where they will be heading over the course of the next few months so if you’re gonna make some adjustments it’s best to get on that sooner than later. Over here at...
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Styrofoam - Buzz Trillington x Shooter McNappin x Bigski [▲Exclusive▲]

Styrofoam – Buzz Trillington x Shooter McNappin x Bigski [▲Exclusive▲]

  Been a long day? Well good; we have just what you need to kick on back and get over the hump today. Now initially we planned on getting this out to you guys yesterday but we thought it might be a little better to aid y’all in getting through the half-way point of this...
Bawse - Tittsworth & Willy Joy [FREE DL]

Bawse – Tittsworth & Willy Joy [FREE DL]

Look at that artwork above.  Now look again.  I’m in awe of it’s ignorance and brilliance.  There is nothing that has made me smile bigger today than that artwork.  It also helps that the track accompanying the artwork is equally as good.  Your amigos, Tittsworth, from Washington D.C. and Willy Joy, a Chicago local came...
May's Patience - The Underachievers

May’s Patience – The Underachievers

  The Beast Coast movement of hip hop is currently one of my favorite things happening in music, and The Underachievers have graced us with a release off their forthcoming project Chapter 23.  This duo comes out of the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn representing the Beast Coast alongside Flatbush Zombies and PRO ERA, and this duo...
Jewels & Sapphires (Goldroom Remix) - Owl Eyes

Jewels & Sapphires (Goldroom Remix) – Owl Eyes

Owl Eyes’ debut album, Night Swim, was released last Sunday. Off of this album is Owl Eyes’ first official remix from Goldroom of her track “Jewels & Sapphires”. As if the original wasn’t good enough, Goldrooms ability to add some funk into a track never ceases to amaze me. Now incase you weren’t aware Los...
Owl Pharaoh - Travis Scott [FREE MIXTAPE]

Owl Pharaoh – Travis Scott [FREE MIXTAPE]

There’s a good chance you haven’t heard of Travis Scott yet, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t know his name now. The Houston rapper was featured on Kanye‘s Cruel Summer project, with production and a verse on “Sin City,” and was more recently featured in XXL‘s Freshmen Class of 2013. After a year of delays...
Horizons - Daft Punk [JAPANESE ALBUM BONUS TRACK]

Horizons – Daft Punk [JAPANESE ALBUM BONUS TRACK]

So the wait for one of the most anticipated albums of our generation is finally at an end as Daft Punk newest creation is available for all to hear in its entirety.  Whether your were an admirer of what Daft Punk accomplished on Random Access Memories or have written the french pioneer’s off as has-beens in this day...
Bromance #10: Kaytranada & Suicideyear

Bromance #10: Kaytranada & Suicideyear

Bromance Records is back to premier their tenth release to date.  With releases under their belt featuring Lousiahhh!!!, Panteros666, Club Cheval; Bromance records is aiming high with different and exciting label material.  Their tenth and newest release comes from Kaytranada and Suicideyear.  You might remember that Kaytranada released a mix through Bromance records last month...
Animal LP - Bro Safari & UFO! [FREE DL]

Animal LP – Bro Safari & UFO! [FREE DL]

Oh boy, Bro Safari and UFO! have one hell of a treat for you trap and bass music fans, the Animal LP.  A ten track LP that seemingly came out of nowhere can now we owned for free via their soundcloud pages.  Now you might be thinking this is a half-ass LP put together just to...
Power Trip (Two Fresh Remix) - J. Cole feat. Miguel [FREE DL]

Power Trip (Two Fresh Remix) – J. Cole feat. Miguel [FREE DL]

Our boys Two Fresh are back with a new jawn, and you know it’s smooth.  If you’re new to Two Fresh, they’re twin brothers hailing from Boulder, Colorado and releasing music via Elm & Oak and various other record labels.  The duo has seen more and more praise recently than ever.  Their style has been...
EDC Chicago Artist Spotlight: Danny Avila

EDC Chicago Artist Spotlight: Danny Avila

Interviewed by Dave & Jenny Before headlining the Circuit Grounds stage at EDC Chicago this upcoming Friday, we had the privilege and honor to speak with one of the biggest rising stars in electronic music. Danny Avila does not fit the traditional mold of young talented artist. This true DJ has dedicated his life to...
On Your Side (feat. How to Dress Well) - Jacques Greene

On Your Side (feat. How to Dress Well) – Jacques Greene

How to Dress Well put out one of my top ten albums last year with Total Loss, but he hasn’t slowed down so far this year, showing up with on Shlohmo’s recent EP with an excellent collaboration. For his most recent track, Tom Krell (who goes by the moniker of How to Dress Well) lends...
Let's Swag (Original Mix) - JWLS & Gianni Marino

Let’s Swag (Original Mix) – JWLS & Gianni Marino

JWLS and Gianni Marino teamed up for this track that dropped as part of the twenty five track compilation of all original works released by Dim Mak for the “New Noise” series a few weeks ago.  The concept is simple, to feature talented producers from all ends of our lovely Earth, which without a doubt...
Doin it Right (Vinnie Maniscalco remix) - Daft Punk [FREE DL]

Doin it Right (Vinnie Maniscalco remix) – Daft Punk [FREE DL]

I’ve haven’t yet cared much for any of the bootleg remixes from Daft Punk‘s Random Access Memory. Earlier today though, Denver local Vinnie Maniscalco released a high energy remix of the brand new the track “Doin it Right.” Vinnie did a great job of chopping and screwing the vocals while adding a little bit of needed 808 bass to beat...
Body Party (Them Jeans Remix) - Ciara [FREE DL]

Body Party (Them Jeans Remix) – Ciara [FREE DL]

Them Jeans, a Los Angeles based producer and DJ is back with another new and free remix.  You might remember Them Jeans from his Vowel Play EP that was released in this past March (read more and listen).  The young artist has released, and become known for, a slew of excellent house remixes or R&B...
Fever ft. Minnesota & Mimi Page - Seven Lions [FREE DL]

Fever ft. Minnesota & Mimi Page – Seven Lions [FREE DL]

Two of the best in melodic and epic dubstep have come together for a tune that’s been in the works for well over a year.  We are of course taking about Seven Lions and Minnesota.  Both artists from California, their styles are remarkably similar and both excel in their field.  This new track “Fever” features...