New Music Friday: The Resistance, John Summit, Steller & More

The Resistance, riddim, new music Friday, EVIL EMPIRE remix compilation

iEDM Staff | January 30, 2026

With thousands of tracks hitting streaming platforms every day, it can be hard to know which new releases deserve your attention. iEDM's New Music Friday series cuts through the clutter with a curated look at standout drops from across the electronic music spectrum.

This week’s roundup features fresh releases from The Resistance, John Summit, Steller, WonkyWilla, SoDown, and more, showcasing the best in electronic genres like riddim, dubstep, and mainstage dance. Whether it is a festival-ready anthem or a forward-thinking studio cut, these picks highlight the artists shaping the scene right now.

THE RESISTANCE – 'EVIL EMPIRE EP' (THE REMIXES)

THE RESISTANCE expands the 'EVIL EMPIRE' universe with an 11-track remix compilation that pushes their dystopian riddim vision into heavier, stranger territory. Reworks from FuntCase, Aweminus, MUERTE, MVRDA, Chibs, OG Nixin, Izzy Vadim, Automhate, ONARA, Jub, and Ophion tear apart the originals with wildly different approaches, from laser-focused riddim pressure to experimental bass mutations.

This project highlights just how far the collective’s influence has spread across the scene, reframing one of riddim’s most talked-about releases through a new generation of producers.

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WonkyWilla & SoDown – “Won’t You Love”

This first-time link-up leans fully into feel-good chaos, merging funk grooves, dubstep weight, and live instrumentation without losing momentum. A playful vocal hook centered on love and connection sets the tone early, while SoDown’s saxophone takes center stage during a soulful midsection that briefly pulls the energy inward.

When the bass comes back around, WonkyWilla drives it home with heavier low-end twists that give the track real closing power.

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John Summit – “LIGHTS GO OUT”

Rather than easing into anything, this track throws the chorus front and center, posing its question before detonating into fast, high-impact rhythms. The production pivots between house, trap, and aggressive synth work, giving it a restless edge that mirrors Summit’s late-night sets.

Viral reactions and crowd footage only reinforce how naturally this one fits into his high-energy ecosystem. It feels designed for moments when the club is already at full tilt.

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Steller & Taylr Renee – “Frames Of Infinity”

Built around the idea of infinite selves, this collaboration moves fluidly between soft introspection and full-bodied bass pressure. Downtempo passages and warm textures give space for reflection, while the heavier sections signal a clear step forward in Steller’s evolving production style.

Taylr Renee’s cinematic vocal performance adds emotional weight, grounding the concept in something personal and resonant rather than abstract.

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Govinda – “Feels Like I’m Rolling”

This release captures that rare sense of momentum when everything feels aligned and effortless. Govinda leans further into vocal-driven songwriting here, letting groove and melody carry the emotional arc instead of overwhelming the listener. The result is warm, hypnotic, and relaxed without losing forward motion.

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Tej – 'HEY ME, IT’S ME' (EP)

This EP reads like a personal reset. Across six tracks, Tej reflects on distance, memory, and growth using glitchy vocal work, playful bass, and emotionally charged textures. These mirror the different versions of himself shaped between Mumbai and the U.S.

A highlight track is “A MOMENT I REMEMBER", standing out for its warmth and clarity, offering a release that feels reflective without turning inward too far.