The Best Dubstep Dance Music of 2015
The Best Dubstep Dance Music of 2015
Best Dubstep Songs of 2015
It’s that time of the year again when we look back at the previous year and reflect on the best that it had to offer. In the world of dubstep, 2015 was a great year. So many artists released such amazing tracks that it’s hard to narrow it down to just a few.
Getter – Head Splitter
Getter’s “Head Splitter” is one of the best dubstep songs of 2015. The song has a great beat and is very catchy. It is also one of the most popular dubstep songs on YouTube.
Eptic – The End (Carnage & Breaux Festival Trap Remix)
Eptic’s “The End” is a perfect example of the current state of dubstep. A relentless barrage of wub-wub-wubs, “The End” is also surprisingly restrained, never feeling overblown or unnecessarily long. The result is a song that’s both instantly catchy and Lodestar – Pushing Me Away
LODESTAR’s “Pushing Me Away” is another fantastic example of the current state of dubstep. Like “The End,” it features a relentless barrage of wub-wub-wubs, but it also has a sense of melody and groove that sets it apart from other dubstep songs.
Datsik – Hold It Down (feat. Georgia Murray)
“Hold It Down” is a song by Canadian dubstep producer Datsik, featuring vocals from Canadian singer Georgia Murray. The song was released on May 12, 2015, as a single from his fourth studio album, Cold Blooded.
The song is written in the key of E minor and has a tempo of 140 beats per minute. The song has been described as “a new age love song for the dubstep generation”, with its lyrical content focusing on a break-up and its aftermath.
The song was met with positive reviews from music critics, who praised its production and Murray’s vocal performance.
Excision & The Frim – Night Shine
This was one of the most popular dubstep songs of 2015. It was produced by Canadian DJ, Excision, and features American DJs, The Frim. The song has a dark and suspenseful sound, with a catchy melody that makes it perfect for dancing.
Zomboy – Immunity
From its earliest days, dubstep was defined by its ominous halftime rhythms and cavernous basslines. But as the genre’s popularity has grown, so too has its range, with more and more producers experimenting with different tempo, dynamics, and textures. The past year has seen dubstep continue its upward trajectory, with new producers emerging and established artists pushing the boundaries of the genre. Here are our picks for the best dubstep songs of 2015.
Best Dubstep Artists of 2015
It’s hard to deny that dubstep had a breakout year in 2015. With artists like Skrillex and Jack U leading the charge, the genre took over the mainstream and showed the world that it was here to stay. But who were the best dubstep artists of 2015? Let’s take a look.
Getter
Getter is the pseudonym of American electronic music producer Tanner Petulla. He is best known for his releases on Skrillex’s OWSLA label and for his dubstep song “Head Splitter”, which was used as a main track in the 2014 film Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa.
Getter began releasing music under various names in 2010, but he first gained attention in 2011 with his EP “I Want More”. His early work was characterized by its party-friendly, anthemic sound, and he soon became known for his high-energy live performances.
In 2012, Getter released his debut album “Thematics”, which showcased his more experimental side. He followed this up with the “Eternal Nightmare” EP in 2013, which featured the single “Head Splitter”.
Getter’s music has been featured in several video games, including GTA V and Sleeping Dogs: Definitive Edition. He has also remixed tracks for such artists as Zeds Dead and Hadouken!.
Eptic
Eptic is a Belgian dubstep producer who has been releasing music since 2010. He is signed to Never Say Die Records and his latest EP, The End, was released in 2015. Eptic’s music is characterized by its aggressive basslines and dark, eerie melodies.
Datsik
Troy Beetles, better known by his stage name Datsik, is a Canadian dubstep producer and DJ. Beetles co-founded the independent record label Firepower Records in 2012. His first full-length album, Vitamin D, was released on April 10, 2012. His second album, Let it Burn, was released on November 20, 2012.
Excision
Excision, aka Jeff Abel, is a Canadian dubstep artist who has been making waves in the EDM scene since his first release in 2007. His unique brand of heavy, bass-driven music has earned him a loyal following of fans known as the Excision Army. Abel is also the founder of Rottun Recordings, a label that has helped to launch the careers of other dubstep artists such as Datsik and Barely Alive. Excision’s popularity reached new heights in 2015 with the release of his album “X” and his headlining spot on the Lost Lands music festival.
Zomboy
Zomboy is one of the most popular dubstep artists of 2015. He is known for his hard-hitting basslines and catchy melodies. His music is often featured in dubstep dance competitions and is enjoyed by fans all over the world.
Best Dubstep Labels of 2015
It’s no secret that dubstep artists have been signed to some of the biggest dance music labels in recent years. With the genre’s popularity at an all-time high, we’ve compiled a list of the best dubstep labels of 2015. These labels are responsible for signing some of the biggest names in the dubstep scene, and they’re always on the lookout for the next big thing.
Firepower Records
Founded by Datsik in 2012, Firepower Records has been a boundless force in the dubstep realm. With a mission to provide quality bass music to the masses, the imprint has released prolific hits from some of the biggest names in the scene including Datsik, Excision, Flux Pavilion, Zomboy, 12th Planet and more.
Rottun Recordings
Founded in Vancouver by Excision, Rottun Recordings is one of the most prolific and best-known dubstep labels around. The label has put out some of the biggest tracks in dubstep history, and its artists have included heavyweights like Datsik, Downlink, Flux Pavilion, and Zomboy. 2015 was a big year for Rottun, with the release of Excision’s much-anticipated album “Codename X” and a slew of other big singles and EPs.
Disciple Recordings
Disciple Recordings is a dubstep and drum and bass record label based in Los Angeles, California. It was founded in 2012 by TonyLYT and Aleksander Vinter, better known by his stage name Skrillex. The label’s roster includes Zomboy, Eptic, Barely Alive, LAXX, and Midnight Tyrannosaurus. Disciple has released singles and albums from artists such as Trampa, P0gman, 12th Planet, Effin, Calvertron, KROMESTAR, Crizzly, MUST DIE!, and Getter.
Never Say Die Records
Founded in 2010, Never Say Die Records is a dubstep and electronic dance music label based in London, England. The label was founded by Skrillex (real name Sonny Moore), and has released music by artists such as Zomboy, 12th Planet, and SKisM.
Never Say Die has been described as “one of the most prolific and popular dubstep labels around”, and its releases have been supported by BBC Radio 1 DJ Annie Mac and former Radio 1 DJ Skream. The label’s releases have frequently reached the top 40 of the Beatport dubstep charts.
In 2012, Never Say Die Records was named “Label of the Year” at the Dubstep Forum Awards.
OWSLA
Founded by Sonny Moore, also known as Skrillex, OWSLA is a label that has been at the forefront of the dubstep movement since its inception. The label has released music from some of the biggest names in the genre, including Skrillex himself, Jack U, Nero, and Flux Pavilion. In 2015, OWSLA continued to release some of the best dubstep music around, with highlights including Skrillex’s “Recess” album and Jack U’s “Where Are U Now” EP.
