The newest single from Protocol Recordings is “One Inside,“ a dual release by an international collision of three talented artists. Aussie Marcus Santoro and Dutch producer Tim van Werd, who combined forces to create two different versions of the track, which features outstanding vocals by British singer Mila Falls. In Santoro’s “Main Room Mix,” he uses progressive melodies and a groovy bassline to compliment the vocals, making for a mainstage-ready version that would feel at home at any festival. On the other hand, Tim’s “After Hours Mix” delivers a proper vibe for those late nights-turned-early mornings, creating a rolling, deep progressive style. Van Werd’s signature sound could be heard recently on “Time To Save,” which was released in collaboration with Nicky Romero’s underground side-project Monocule. Listeners may recognize Mila Falls from FIFA World Cup 2018, and her recent release on Protocol “Explain To Me” together with Souvenyr & DØBER, aired on BBC Radio 1 and widely supported by the likes of Martin Garrix, Sam Feldt, and Nicky Romero. No matter which version you’re in the mood for, “One Inside” is a sultry progressive ride.

Marcus Santoro joined Protocol Recordings in 2019 with his remix of Nicky Romero’s “My Way,” followed by the first single release “Shine,” in collaboration with Sentinel. His career got a massive kickstart when his single “There Is Only You” topped the Beatport trance charts and received a phenomenal three plays in a row from Above & Beyond on their Group Therapy radio show – landing Marcus a guest appearance on the show a few weeks later. Afterward, his remix for Shapov & Trouze’s “The Way” on Axtone gained traction from artists and fans alike, leading to more releases on Enhanced, Armada, and Flashover. Since then on Protocol, Santoro has released “Out of My Head” together with Faderx, “Faces” and “Blackout” ft. Lauren L’aimant.

Already on his fourth release with Protocol, Tim van Werd has quickly made a name for himself with his dark progressive sound. He began playing the drums, trumpet, and piano at a very young age, and his producing prowess is evident in his present music. Featured for the first time on Protocol’s Miami 2017 compilation with his track “Belong” ft. Max Landry then went on to release his hit “Balkan Disco” as well as singles “Inside Out,” “Break The Night,” and “Message From The Whales.” His music has been supported by the likes of Martin Garrix, David Guetta, Afrojack, Nicky Romero, Sam Feldt, and many more. Van Werd has progressed to his most recent collaboration with Nicky Romero himself as Monocule, which is the premier track on Monocule’s debut EP.

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Experimenting with outside the box sonic elements, Tomasz The Producent can be easily compared to Flume. The fast-rising producer from Poland makes next-level stuff, and this is evidenced by his new track “Faith”. If you needed atmospheric dance music with enticing vocals, then Tomasz’s latest offering won’t disappoint you.

Without a doubt, he’s elegantly crafting avant-garde arrangements, cinematic-like melodies, and best of all, he keeps the energy of EDM. The pace and intensity go hand-in-hand along with a little extra flavor of glitch sounds. I promise you, “Faith” will instantly hook you in. Perhaps, one day we can see this guy performing at big festivals and clubs. Just take in mind, dreams are the one thing you can’t stop fighting for. Don’t think twice, press play down here.

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In a time when we could all use some good vibes, DVBBS captures the breezy nature of the Golden State on their new track “West Coast,“ together with pop sensation Quinn XCII. Close your eyes and let yourself be carried away to the land of palm trees, ocean breeze, and endless summer as DVBBS and Quinn XCII deliver a driving bassline with upbeat melodies; coupled with its carefree lyrics, “West Coast” becomes an anthem for escaping your circumstances to live the way that feels the most authentic to you. The new single follows DVBBS’ latest album “Nothing To See Here” from August and Quinn XCII’s 3rd studio LP “A Letter To My Younger Self,” released this summer on Columbia Records. Check out what the artists had to say about their collaboration below.

“Sprinkle some DVBBS sauce on a Quinn XCII vocal, and this is what you get. Whether you’re from the West Coast or East Coast, we’ll be turning up together soon.” – DVBBS

“‘West Coast’ is about finding that easiness in life that we all need from time to time. The song came about in the studio one day after playing this raw piano melody that inspired this carefree feeling. DVBBS did an amazing job giving the song a fresh approach to a dance record that I’m excited to be a part of.” – Quinn XCII

Few producers have risen to the top in the electronic music scene as quickly as DVBBS, who captured the industry’s attention with hits like “Tsunami” and “Not Going Home” and never let it go. The Canadian brothers Alex and Christopher have been continuously cultivating their sound since their debut in 2012, and have racked up an impressive display of collaborations with renowned names from diverse musical backgrounds. From hip hop superstar Juicy J to the NERVO twins, DVBBS continues to prove there’s nothing they can’t accomplish. The brothers have played everywhere from Lollapalooza to Tomorrowland, though they’ve been busy in the studio during the global pandemic. Quinn XCII’s unique fusion of pop, hip-hop, alternative, and soul has garnered him a loyal following and over 1.5 billion streams worldwide. He is well known for tracks such as “Love Me Less” with MAX (which was performed on Jimmy Kimmel, The Today Show, and more), “Flare Guns” with Chelsea Cutler, and multiple Global Viral Charts singles on Spotify. Keep an eye out for more new music from DVBBS and Quinn XCII coming to airwaves near you!

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This year’s global pandemic has the legendary Amsterdam Dance Event looking much different in 2020. However, Nicky Romero and his Protocol family are dedicated to making fans feel like they’re still dancing all night at Melkweg. Although the crew can’t host the annual “Nicky Romero & Friends” showcase at ADE, their “Protocol Lab” EP series is back to relive all the positive memories and give people a glimpse of what ADE and Protocol showcases are about! The 2020 edition contains 5 exclusive tracks from both new and familiar Protocol artists, spanning a myriad of sounds that are guaranteed to remind listeners of their favorite nights at the Amsterdam’s conference. Timmo Hendriks and Lindequist’s “Lost” opens the EP with soulful vocals and stunning progressive melodies, followed by newcomer DJ Junior’s debut bouncy house track “My Love.” Protocol’s resident deep and dark producer DØBER teamed up with Almero for “Focus,” complete with a driving bassline and plenty of mechanical synths. Next up is the tech-house influenced “Right Time” by SOVTH & Sisters Cap before the EP is rounded out by Mr. Sid & Laura van Dam’s “Calling,” ending the compilation on an uplifting and energetic note.

Founded by Nicky Romero in 2012, Protocol Recordings is one of the leading imprints for innovative house music; it boasts a roster of heavy-hitters complemented with immensely talented up-and-comers, all with a diverse range of sounds that are guaranteed to light up a dance floor. The label has cultivated a strong presence in the dance music scene from Miami Music Week to the Amsterdam Dance Event and beyond, consistently bringing the good vibes and wild nights with beloved veterans and fresh faces in the live performance circuit. Although the global pandemic prevents them from making their usual live appearances, Nicky and Protocol team always have something up their sleeves. This year the label has celebrated its 200th release, so they aren’t close to slowing down. Expect more cutting-edge new music and exciting concepts coming very soon!

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The magic of “My Radio” by Arkadiusz Van Born lies within its dancefloor-ready sound. Hailing from America, this young DJ/producer grew up in Europe and had his first contact with everything relating to electronic music. During childhood, a Casio keyboard aroused his curiosity about rhythms and tones. Soon after, he developed a good musical ear that allowed him to recreate Trance and Techno beats. These genres were introduced to him thanks to his elder sister who used to have an active nightlife during the 90s.

It is not a cliché to say, his purpose as an artist is to unify people through his upbeat melodies. But not only that, he also wants to inspire you to follow your dreams in this creative industry. In his case, he went far as a self-taught musician. During the period of 2009-2010, local music charts placed him as the #1 DJ from Chicago with his first hit. Today he wants to repeat the same success story with “My Radio”. Use your headphones, turn up the volume, and enjoy this cutting edge gem. Besides production Arkadiusz excels in equal fashion within the composition, mastering, editing, and mixing fields.

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