Powerful Picks Volume 200: graves, Chime, SLANDER, & More

With Powerful Picks running hot for over four years now, we have finally hit the 200th edition! Thank you for all the submissions and support over these past years, it’s because of all our readers and fans that we can do this after all. Now, kick back, crank the speakers, and get ready for our hand-crafted selection – this is Powerful Picks.

Chime – Evolve EP

Kicking us off this week is Chime with his Evolve EP out on Circus Records. With four tracks of pure bliss, you can expect some slamming bass and addicting 8-bit inspired video game sounds. From the pristine production to the crisp mastering, you’ll be hypnotized from the moment you hit play!

SLANDER – The Headbangers Ball EP

Next up, SLANDER is here to present The Headbangers Ball EP on the powerhouse label Monstercat. You can find some notable acts such as RIOT and SPAG HEDDY on this track-track album. With silky vocals from singers like Dylan Matthew, it will be hard not to find yourself headbanging and singing along.

graves – I’m Fine (feat. EZI)

The Honolulu-based act graves is back again with another mesmerizing release. This time around he’s here to present “I’m Fine” alongside an impressive music video that will surely hook you in. From EZI’s velvety vocals to the trap-infused drops, if anything is certain it’s that graves is always pushing the boundaries with each release.

SLIMEZ, Throwdown – Death Wish

Get your neck stretches in now, because SLIMEZ has teamed up with Throwdown to deliver one deadly track. “Death Wish” will leave you wishing you took the easy way out when it drops because the crowd will surely be doing anything but standing still. With the tune coming at you from Shadow Phoenix Network, you already know that you’re in for a world of brutal bass.

LIHO – Her

Taking things over to the more mellow side of the spectrum is LIHO with his new single “Her”. This release will hit you right in the feels with relatable lyrics and a nostalgic feeling production. So unwind and get ready to get lost in a melodic masterpiece!

Tritan – Guide Me Home (Feat. Sky Roses)

Closing us out this week is Tritan with his new track “Guide Me Home”. You can also find the flawless vocals of Sky Roses on this light-hearted tune, as you’ll be drawn in from his smooth top lines. If anything is certain though, it’s that Hinky knows how to sign quality tune after tune!

Photo courtesy of Chime’s Facebook

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