In case you haven’t noticed, at RIOT we absolutely adore music – in case our amazing sister site AltSounds didn’t make you already realize this! It’s our favorite medium for art, no other art form can place you back to a time in your life where you can fully picture and see a whole scene in your head, simply thanks to a certain song that brings it all flooding back. As such, we’re listening to music almost all of the time; in the background as we work, while we walk, skate, cycle, drive, party. Of the thousands of songs we listen to every single month, there are some that stand out from the crowd. The ones that make you skip back instantly and listen again and again and again like a drug habit you can’t kick. These best of the bunch songs are rare though, sometimes very rare with only one coming to us over a two week period, other weeks there might be a few. At the start of July we decided to start putting together a playlist every quarter aptly titled “The Greatest Playlist Of All Time” because, well, it is! We decided on doing one a quarter […]

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At RIOT, we love Adobe and their product range. We have been avid (weird use of words considering that this is a competitor product but hey ho!) users for years and fully support and love everything they have done for the creative industry through their software. That said, as with anything, every now and again you find yourself running into bugs and glitches (like the when Adobe Premiere Pro screen goes black) that have you scratching your head in desperate hopes to find a solution. These issues always seem to happen when you are on a time crunch too. What is smooth sailing normally becomes an issue right when you need it – some bug or glitch comes out of the left field and starts to really press on your deadline. Flashing Black Glitch Over the past few weeks we have seen a technical glitch happen where projects using adjustment layers in Adobe Premier Pro have a horrible glitch/flickering of black throughout when rendering or exporting. We experienced this on two different and completely separate projects this week. After searching on Google for a solution and reading thread after thread about this issue, there really seemed to be no solution to be […]

At RIOT, we’re avid TV watchers. We absolutely adore the ability to watch full seasons in one go while we work. The major problem with that is you end up running out of new shows to watch really quickly. It was a pleasure then to get a text this morning recommending WGN America’s new drama series “The Outsiders” that’s currently streaming on Hulu. It’s akin to Game of Thrones or Vikings for it’s scruffy, burly, bearded men, but it’s set in the present, not the past or some mythical land. A similar modern day reference would be Sons of Anarchy, with The Outsiders sharing a cast member in Ryan Hurst who played Opie in SOA. He was was one of our favorite characters in that show who (#SpoilerAlert) ended up sacrificing his life for Sam Crow in an emotional, stomach churning prison battle. The Farrell clan, (which sounds a lot like Feral, which we thought was their name until we looked it up) live in the Kentucky hills and are outcasts to the rest of the town. They have their own leadership, rules and they despise money. The basic storyline of series one revolves around the local coal company trying their hardest to […]

Kae Tempest’s “Europe is Lost” is a fearless poetic anthem reflecting on modern chaos. Tackling immigration, consumerism, and societal decay, Tempest’s sharp verses cut through the noise with raw honesty.

M83’s “Do It, Try It” is a surreal sonic journey blending nostalgic Euro Dance vibes with futuristic energy. With bold basslines, swirling synths, and an animated dog head video by blør, it’s an anthem for creative exploration.

Moderat’s “Reminder” is a hypnotic track paired with a dystopian animated video. Crafted by PFADFINDEREI and SEHSUCHT Berlin, this masterpiece blends music and visual storytelling into an unforgettable experience.

Ages’ “Chances” feat. Johannes Eder is a mesmerizing mix of ethereal guitar tones and dance rhythms. Paired with a stunning video by SEHSUCHT Berlin, this track takes you on a sonic and visual adventure.

Massive Attack’s “Voodoo in my Blood” is a hypnotic track featuring Young Fathers, paired with a haunting video starring Rosamund Pike. Directed by Ringan Ledwidge, this is art in its purest form.

E1sbar’s “Televisual” is a sonic journey, blending dreamy introspection with a groove-filled chorus. Perfect for creative moments, this track captivates with stunning vocals and seamless transitions.

Kele’s “First Impressions” featuring Yasmin is a smooth, soulful track blending British Garage vibes with an emotive duet. A sophisticated gem from Kele’s “Trick” album.

Maribou State’s “The Clown” feat. Pedestrian is a chill masterpiece with soulful vocals, mellow beats, and intricate textures. Perfect for creating or cruising through life’s best moments.