Dirtybird discovered many new nests to beat this 12 months, the honored label ruffling quite a lot of feathers as they fearlessly pioneered new sounds with huge plans for 2024.
Based by “Papa Chicken” Claude VonStroke in 2005, Dirtybird and its alluring beats swept followers away like a falcon diving for prey throughout a transformative 12 months. The imprint’s affect inside dance music remained undisputed this 12 months as they showcased an unwavering dedication to international illustration, with releases from artists throughout 13 international locations, together with Japan, Germany, Brazil, Israel and extra.
Dirtybird is coming off two of its strongest streaming quarters, Label Supervisor Deron Delgado tells EDM.com. And regardless of the cessation of the model’s beloved CampInn pageant, followers can stay up for a shiny future for its ventures within the occasion house.
“Though Dirtybird is transferring away from marquee occasions like Dirtybird CampINN, the label is planning new festivals, events and free pop-ups all through 2024,” Delgado added. “So keep tuned.”
The Dirtybird nest overflowed with recent musical eggs, hatching hit after hit from each veteran label artists and promising newcomers alike. A landmark accomplishment this 12 months was securing probably the most Spotify editorial playlists within the label’s storied historical past, underscoring its resonance with various audiences. Additionally they welcomed 35 new acts, together with just a few legends, like Steve Lawler and Davide Squillace.
This 12 months was additionally the primary time a feminine was the highest artist from Dirtybird releases. That accolade was nabbed by rising home music celebrity VNSSA, whose single “One Capsule” was named one among EDM.com‘s finest songs of 2023 and added to Spotify’s “Greatest IDs of 2023” playlist.
The label’s loyal fanbase of diehards additionally partied at 5 free occasions all year long, like a festive Dirtybird Vacation Social gathering and coveted showcases at SXSW and ADE. Dirtybird additionally hosted pop-up occasions at Chicago’s ARC and Detroit’s Motion, amongst different main music festivals, and a pie-in-the-sky stage takeover at Miami’s fabled Extremely.
As we glance again at Dirtybird’s stellar 2023, let’s revisit a few of the label’s defining moments.
Diplo performing VNSSA’s “One Capsule” at Increased Floor in London
Diplo performing VNSSA’s “One Capsule” at ADE
Dom Dolla performing Walker & Royce’s “Low cost Thrills” at EDC Orlando
Dom Dolla performing VNSSA’s “These Notes In This Order” remix at Tomorrowland
Dom Dolla B2B Inexperienced Velvet B2B John Summit performing Claude VonStroke’s “Penguin Hit Squad” remix at EDC Orlando
FISHER performing Bruno Furlan & DJ Glen’s “One other Planet” VIP
Inexperienced Velvet performing Claude VonStroke’s “Penguin Hit Squad” remix
Mochakk performing Cour T.’s “TRiiiBAILE”
Nala performing Smalltown DJs x Joanna Magik’s “Power” at Outdoors Lands
Walker & Royce performing “Low cost Thrills” at Frost Amphitheater
VNSSA performing “One Capsule” at Membership House
Bruno Furland B2B DJ Glen performing their “One other Planet” VIP
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