MUMBAI: Cuban-born, Miami-bred tech-house maestro Malone has kicked off 2024 in grand fashion. Last month, the buzzing selector successfully launched his new label and event series, WHYNOTUS, alongside the release of his single “444” – a propulsive, Afro-infused tech-house heater. He was also just announced on the lineup for EDC Las Vegas 2024, his debut performance at the legendary festival.
This recent success follows years of Malone navigating the Miami dance scene as a DJ and producer, where he’s refined a sound of percussive-driven, Afro & Latin-infused tech-house grooves – ultimately making a name for himself in one of the world’s most highly competitive, bustling music communities.
This experience has culminated in an official residency at Miami’s iconic Club Space; sets at Hi Ibiza alongside his idols The Martinez Brothers; #1 worldwide spots on Beatport’s AfroHouse chart; collaborations with legends such as BLONDISH; releases on labels such as Saved, Insomniac, Abracadabra, and Watergate; over 1,000,000 monthly listeners on Spotify; and, of course, the launch of his new imprint.
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Designed to be a home for his own releases as well as those from both heavy-weight talents and rising stars, WHYNOTUS will seek to sign and curate artists that represent his cultural heritage: as a Latin American, as a Miami-resident, and as someone who believes in the true power of dance music.
As a result, WHYNOTUS plans to create a global community of performers and listeners alike, encouraging people to believe in themselves through the infectious grooves of the classic Miami sound.
Today, Malone unveils “Un Beso,” an infectious tech-house banger that acutely reflects the sonic and cultural ethos of WHYNOTUS. Infusing its sizzling drum programming with sultry Latin vocals and infectious basslines, “Un Beso” was crafted for a peak nightclub experience.
As percussion-oriented as ever, Malone kicks off “Un Beso” with its central drum groove underlying fiery hi-hats and a thumping four-on-the-floor kick drum. Next, a mesmerizing vocal enters the mix alongside the track’s groovy bassline – a combination that’s sure to get the dancefloor moving.
“Un Beso” is a track purely dedicated to pulsating dance music catharsis – a cacophony of elements that acts as a mission statement for the producer’s emerging status as tastemaker and global representative of Miami electronic music.
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Following his recent Latin American tour and set at EDC Mexico, fans can next catch Malone at stops in Orlando for his WHYNOTUS showcase with Celine, in Miami for multiple shows during Miami Music Week, at his EDC Las Vegas debut, and more.
Malone tour dates
3/15/24: Orlando, FL – WHYNOTUS x Celine
3/16/24: Miami, FL – Made in Miami Pool Party with Oscar G + Friends @ Epic Hotel Pool
3/20/24: Miami, FL – John Summit presents Experts Only Miami Music Week @ Factory Town
3/23/24: Miami, FL – Pablo Fierro presents We’re Here Miami @ Factory Town
3/30/24: Boston, MA – Province44
4/5/24: Austin, TX – The Cut
4/19/24: Washington, DC – Zebbie’s Garden
5/17/24 – 5/19/24: Las Vegas – EDC Las Vegas 2024
