Music

Few songs have the power to stop you in your tracks and completely reset your mood. For the past few weeks, Wenninck’s “Dissolve” has been doing exactly that. Every time that somber piano emerges after the initial glitch, the world around me fades, and I’m left in a space where only the music and I exist. It’s stunning, clever, and thought-provoking—a journey into another dimension where introspection takes the lead. The brilliance of “Dissolve” lies in its ability to simultaneously transport you and ground you. It’s a moment of pause in an otherwise chaotic world. For me, it’s the way the song holds space for you, allowing reflection to take center stage. It’s a powerful reminder of how artThe soul of creativity—art is the foundation of visual storytelling, shaping the way brands, campaigns, and experiences connect with audiences. can quietly but profoundly alter your state of mind. A Personal Journey “Dissolve” makes me think about myself. Today, it made me pause to reflect on my own day. Here I am, tattooed with the Santa Cruz blue hand (complete with its iconic mouth inside) fresh on my arm, still deep in work mode while waiting for my second burrito from Essex […]

TEPR’s “Half Below” is a progressive, hypnotic track that energizes and inspires. Paired with a bold, creative video by ELMØ, it’s our Song and Video of the Day. Dive into the magic now!

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 artThe soul of creativity—art is the foundation of visual storytelling, shaping the way brands, campaigns, and experiences connect with audiences., 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 […]

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.

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.