Ranking Every May 2024 Monstercat Release

Ya know how I said last month was the biggest month in a long time? Well I lied cause this month was even bigger. We had 3 (4 if you count Nigel Good's Silk album, which I ranked in this video: • Ranking Nigel Good's "... ) albums come out: Dirtyphonics's "Magnetic" LP, Bishu's "microcelebrity" LP, and No Mana's "I Contain Flashing Images" LP. Of course we also had a bunch of singles, collabs, etc. so all in all the grand total I'm ranking today is 42 songs. Buckle up.

[@DCRanks]

I didn't include Nigel Good's album in this ranking but I do have a separate video on it if you're interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eX-Ye4SPer2hq5Isi=fOyMkW_WF-mFWdsV

[@BraxtonKovary]

Too bad you didn't rank the Nigel Good album in here, that would be top of the list for sure

[@DCRanks]

lol I just realized I didn’t put the name up for #3 (Spoiler): It’s Ecstatic & Irresponsible

[@Pixelated2]

Your take on Riddim absolutely made my day; I've gotten a lot of hate for voicing the same opinion, and it's super refreshing to see somebody that finally agrees with me. I'm just so confused by how people can even listen to the genre.

[@yinyangyt8749]

Gotta say Bishu made this month super enjoyable. And the same goes for DirtyPhonics. Also, Feel Again was only good until the drop. Oh. And Hot Shot was one of the best this month had to offer

[@BraxtonKovary]

This month was STACKED! Obviously big fan of the Dirtyphonics, Bishu, Nigel Good & No Mana albums, but also HOT SHOT, So Lost, Face Lift & Out Of Frame

[@thatsawesomeithink]

i miss 2021 bishu

[@thatsawesomeithink]

though i do like seeing artists evolve so i will continue to listen

[@cjcr9279]

The month of the long play :")

[@gaspard3879]

One of the best months in MC history, thats for sure. interested how you rate that much songs 😂

[@shaun_005]

Honestly? This month was such a big step up from april and I'm absolutely loving it

[@Master_3530]

People praise No Mana's album to heavens but I definitely enjoyed Dirtyphonics' more so I'm glad a song from it is #1.

[@HelloThisIsIceberg]

Best: Out of Frame, Garage17, Ballistic Worst: Face Lift, FEEL AGAIN, ON AND ON A massive month with 3 albums to cover... and I didn't really have a strong opinion on most of them outside of the best and worst. Still a good month, though.

[@JornL]

the reason i commented about the headbanging on 'Severe' is because it's not a thing in the techno scene haha, it was hilarious when i was at rampage this February and people were headbanging to the Dominate VIP. It'd be the equivalent of people melbourne shuffling on Dubstep

[@enigma1490]

I love no mana so much. I think his album does nothing spectacular but does what it’s meant to do very well.

[@chrisanimations22]

Best: FEEL AGAIN Worst: RIOT (“UN”Epic Version)

[@mrtrader3546]

My personal favorite of the month would deffo be HOT SHOT, Tokis heaviest song to date, but Moonlight Runners is also fire! 🔥

[@neffix6976]

So lost sounds so much like sublab.. (especially like so low)

[@anteros__]

Honestly really solid month! Also solid video. Great job man!

[@PIKTVRE]

About Meant 2 Be - turns out Had2Go is not the only song where the vocal is present. I remember it from a song released on NCS in 2020 called Sorry (I Had To Leave) by Olly Walker. So, funnily enough, the same sample was used in at least 3 different songs with completely different titles and made in completely different styles!

[@AgentGamer5000]

That's exactly where I remembered it from, glad someone else noticed it too

[@_JAYD3N_]

Yo seeing Hollywood Principle on Monstercat with Conro was crazy. They made a lot of the classic RL music so I have a soft spot for them. Also my favorite of this month has to to Ballistic. I honestly think it’s my 2nd favorite of the year so far behind Stutter from Mechanomorphic. Both the complextro and trap drops are absolutely incredible. And honestly, all 4 of the albums this month were great. My favorite of them had to be No Mana’s though, especially because of the AV mix.

[@sprinklednights]

Bass House been growing on me since those newer releases on Monstercat.

[@zadinx]

dang you got it out before me lmao and yeah, WHIPPED CREAM has got an EP coming out late June (28th)

[@ashyofficial23]

no

[@zadinx]

@@ashyofficial23 thanks

[@Wolfhound_Bass]

@@ashyofficial23Bro, it’s literally been confirmed by Apple Music 😭

[@ashyofficial23]

@@Wolfhound_Bass no i already know, that was just what i think everyone's reaction will be

[@gjgames7914]

What a Month! How many songs we have here, 42??

[@obsidian.gaming]

The melody of RAIZHELL's riot remix is the same as murder plot by kordhell

[@israelmorales1599]

ANOTHER STACKED MONTH... HOLY CHRIST!!! Doing weekly reviews is, to a certain extent, complicated by two factors: first of all, opinions change constantly and some tracks, which we classified as good/amazing at the time, stopped being so or at least a little bit. Secondly, classifying more than 40 or 50 tracks by sub-label is an arduous task and requires meticulous and continuous analysis, in order to ensure consistent placements. Having said the above and after three long months, Monstercat reached its solid point in terms of quality, almost on par with January 2024. Here's my ranking (based on my personal opinion) 1.- Dirtyphonics - Moonlight Runners [10/10] If Right Here, Right Now is a addictive bop, Moonlight Runners does it the same way. Fusion between Bass House/Complextro and a bit of Phonk's influence (cowbell sounds), accompanied by a voice assistant-like vocal chops, is amazing and keeps the night-driving concept interesting. 💥 2.- Bad Computer & imallryt - So Lost [10/10] I love how Craig (Bad Computer) leaves his comfort zone to experiment with other style, without leaving aside his personality has characterized him so much. Melody-chord progression and imallryt's vocal performance are quite chilly and refreshing. 3.- Bossfight - Ballistic [9.8/10] Bossfight's spree effect never fails!!! Those hard-hitting breakbeat drops hit hard. It's not necessarily on par with Grit and this bop still makes it spectacular. 4.- Skybreak, Sharks & LÚTHIEN - Out of Frame [9.7/10] Skybreak and Sharks have impressive chemistry to turn a simple collab into a huge banger. Overall drops and atmosphere resonate in the most bittersweet and gritty way. Also, LÚTHIEN's vocal performance makes a great gap to the aforementioned. Having this release in our hands represents great happiness, but at the same time, a deep melancholy knowing Sharks will stop making music... At least for a while. Let's just hope he's well and have him a hopeful future, full of constant achievements and learnings. Thank U for joining EDM and share fond memories. Thank U for everything, Sharks. 5.- No Mana & Feed Me - Hopeless (feat. Bertie Scott) [9.5/10] To be completely honest, this is the most consistent track on the LP (at least from my point of view). I'm even more surprised by this knowing the Feed Me's presence. Deep chords have excellent structure and sound addictive. There's nothing more to highlight. 6.- Nigel Good - Cloudrunner (feat. Holly Drummond) [9.4/10] Years without seeing Holly Drummond's name on the label! Of course, she did a outstanding vocal performance. 7.- Nigel Good - Jay & Wren (feat. Richard Caddock) [9.0/10] Richard Caddock, like Holly Drummond, gave a well-structured vocal performance. Chord and synth progression are just as vibrant. 8.- F.O.O.L - Damage [8.9/10] F.O.O.L's dark Midtempo/Synthwave never disappoints. Jazzy instruments gives interest to the environment too. 9.- Tokyo Machine - HOT SHOT [8.8/10] Tokyo Machine and heavy Complextro form a fulfilling combo. Hard-pounding chiptune off-drops slaps in a fiery way and them change slightly throughout the track. Vocal chops are squeaky, but don't bother at all. 10.- Dirtyphonics - Concentrate [8.7/10] If the bassline didn't fall into DnB standards, Concentrate would be at a higher level. Sinister vibe and hard-hitting breakbeats slaps well at least. 11.- Nigel Good - Early Bird (feat. Carey Clayton) [8.4/10] It's positive to hear soft Synthwave on this album. Nigel Good, having the ability to create warm atmospheres and chord progressions, there's a balanced work in the space concept. 12.- Hollywood Principle & Conro - Take Me Away [8.3/10] Slutter-y House vibe It's simple and surprisingly catchy. I don't find it bothered or boring at any time imo. Conro as always performing his vocals in his own warmy way. 13.- Nigel Good - One Plus Space [8.3/10] Space Plus One hits more harder. However, One Plus Space does it its good way. 13.- No Mana & EMSKI - Everlasting [8.2/10] Yeah, I'm sunk in this. It really sounds very good. 14.- Codeko & Bertie Scott - So High [8.0/10] How refreshing is this! All musical elements (kicks, snares pattern, main synth, chord progression, bassline, vocal performance) have an impressive degree of warmth, which transports me to Progressive House old days. Indeed, Codeko and Bertie Scott did a sensational job together. 15.- No Mana - Hit the Ground [7.9/10] Closing track is better than the opening one. As in the rest of the tracks, the atmosphere and progression of the chords, synthesizers and leads are enveloping. 16.- Nigel Good - This Is Us Too [7.9/10] Along with the other tracks on the LP, the synths and chords progress in a warm and pleasant way. 17.- Nigel Good - Rocket Science [7.8/10] More relaxing and progressive space vibe, good choice! 18.- Nigel Good - Bastion Part 2 [7.7/10] Synthy flow it's addictive and it works as an engaging and interesting sequel at the same time. 19.- No Mana - City2City [7.6/10] Deep bass claps resonate a bit more here than on Roadburn. Bouncy vibe favors this aspect. 20.- Bishu - IDK Y [7.6/10] It's difficult to handle a different thoughts of all microcelebrity's LP tracks 'cause each one of them going in the same poppy direction, but doesn't represent any sign of displeasure for the good handling given to it by Bishu. Having said that, IDK Y is more memorable and pleasant due to speed-spaces interspersed inside the clappy-like indie drops.

[@duyminh2803]

best: ecstatic and irresponsible, solarpunk, so lost, hot shot, ballistic, take me away edit: this month is way too good. ecstatic and irresponsible overtook lost call as my fav of no mana's ep.

[@priyanthisandarath1365]

You're my one ✌️

[@chrisanimations22]

No mana’s jar got BFDI limbs

[@danielalves6412]

Esse mês foi ótimo! 3 bons álbuns (o melhor pra mim é ICFI), além de bons singles de Bad Computer, Codeko, Modestep, Skybreak + Sharks, F.O.O.L e Bossfight

[@ethanshow_8369]

I thought this was gonna be one of the best months we’ve had and then we got slapped in the face twice in a row with Face Lift and Feel Again

[@PIKTVRE]

Unfortunately, I was unlucky enough to find out Face Lift was being released on my birthday (May 15th). Not a gift I was looking forward to, especially after such brilliant present by ROY KNOX last year (About U)

[@kazooeybloo8794]

this is the best month in ages

[@coltonv200]

What is the name of the song at #3

[@xCrackle]

No Mana - Ecstatic and Irresponsible (feat. Dualistic) 👍

[@coltonv200]

3:44 that's my #2 Just under HOT SHOT

[@Lucidream.Records]

God, I ask you that this ranking does not skip any song please 🙏

[@TheScarletBoi]

what is the song for number 3

[@DCRanks]

Ecstatic & Irresponsible

[@coltonv200]

The So Lost artwork has a disc, which is part of a computer

[@DCRanks]

🤓👆🏻

[@coltonv200]

Do you see a computer

[@maxborison1217]

What's the name of the track in the third place?

[@israelmorales1599]

No Mana - Ecstatic and Irresponsible

[@deedgemaster]

Biggest month in a while for the cat label GAH DAMM

[@aerossurge423]

Based #1 Banger song

[@Aeycer8-bit]

Here’s my ranking: WORST - Ownboss & Selva - RIOT (RAIZHELL Remix) - WHIPPED CREAM - about you (feat. Showjoe) - Bishu - DIVA - Modestep x SOTA - Another World - THIRST & nuphory - MEANT 2 BE - Codd Dubz & Decimate - Face Lift (feat. XAE) - Dirtyphonics - Concentrate - OddKidOut & ellie d. - FEEL AGAIN - Bad Computer & imallryt - So Lost - Tokyo Machine - HOT SHOT - CHYL, Trip Trop & Britt Lari - Nite Mode - F.O.O.L - Damage - Slushii & SPIRIT LINK - Worst Night Of My Life - Bossfight - Ballistic - Hollywood Principle & Conro - Take Me Away - No Mana - Hit The Ground (feat. Bertie Scott) - Codeko & Bertie Scott - So High - No Mana & Feed Me - Hopeless (feat. Bertie Scott) - Skybreak, Sharks & LUTHIEN - Out Of Frame BEST

[@DrthPlague_Music]

Yeah, 4 LP On Monstercat This Month

[@Wolfhound_Bass]

I’m probably the only person here who really likes Face Lift lmao

[@coltonv200]

Guess what DC Bossfight's birthday is this Tuesday

[@barzeyther2502]

Phonk House at 1st and Codd Dubz again at last?! Sounds based And Slushii & SPIRIT LINK collab and even OddKidOut's comeback is overrated? C'mon everyone adores it (except OddKidOut which is liked by no reason)

[@tristanigual1868]

The first drop in Another World is amazing imo, but the second drop is just so jarring, i always find myself switching songs after the first drop. Idk why but I feel like SOTA carried this song

[@Wesvex]

W month

[@lopud_vn]

Bet Face Lift would gone to your WO2024, as it should.

[@heartbeatranks]

I ask this question... is it possible for us to protest against generic riddim?

[@rje1293]

42. yikes! 41. this part that you played at the beginning was really good! and then the drop is absolutely HORRIBLE. my god 40. the lyrics are stupid and although the production is ok, it’s not great still 39. yeah i didn’t really listen to any of these 38. oh yeah except this one. it’s pretty lackluster 37. i didn’t really listen to this yet. mahbe i will but it’s all house which kinda turns me off 36. same here. i’ll definitely give it a listen tho 35. LOL SAME HERE monstercat has been so meh lately i only listen to the featured songs 34. this one was ok. i’ll never complain with nuphory 33. at least it’s a lil catchy. kinda good ngl 32. their dnb is always good, this one is just okay though 31. this drop has cool sounds but is almost too weird 30. NOMAMA 29. ooh this is kinda sick. i kinda wish there was more in the melody though 28. kinda a vibe. that vocal chop is a lil loud tho lol 27. this has a great flow with that lead/melody 26. honestly i think this one is a lil generic, not too bad though 25. his chiller stuff is good, as well. sounds like silk though 🤔 24. bop, but just decent 23. this one had some nice sounds and wordbuildong elements. 22. this feels too vocal driven for me. the production takes a backseat 21. kinda good. i’m sensing a pattern i don’t really like tho… 20. yeah i’m already turned off by the album. i’m not listening to this lol 19. hey this one sounds fine. a lil minimal but not necessarily bad 18. this sounds SO goofy. i loved modestep’s older stuff but idk if i can get behind this 17. fine 16. not too bad, but forgettable 15. decent 14. decent 13. THANK GOD BOSSFIGHT IS HERE. KEEPING MY ENJOYMENT OF THE LABEL ALIVE. 12. oh yeah this one was great too. kinda got overshadowed for me from bossfight’s song 11. HOLLYWOOD PRINCIPLE!!!!!! this one was beautiful. doesn’t do too much which is nice 10. codeko seems to be a nice addition! 9. very different for BC, but great! INSTINCT KILLED IT WTF 8. hey this one was solid too. i didn’t know much about sharks but definitely a solid sendoff 7. feed me moment. this one is wild, very good though 6. this one was great, albeit just decent for fool’s standards 5. lowkey it’s good at best. i don’t love the mixing but that’s just me 4. aww this one is so cute! 3. these visuals man… i love his pixel art sm. 2. pretty sweet. cool vocal chops too! 1. absolutely phonky. well, my hope for the label is slowly dying, but the good artists keep being good, so………

[@dan4765]

Best: Out of Frame Worst: FEEL AGAIN

[@oliverstoica4341]

For me it's Hopeless

[@double_arrow]

and i thought april was a big month 🥲

[@TR-lp4in]

It's pretty obvious what my no 1 is

[@coltonv200]

You didn't include RIOT (Epic Version)

[@DCRanks]

Bro did NOT read my reasoning on #38

[@coltonv200]

The epic version is like a VIP

[@coltonv200]

But you know what is even more pointless? The rerelease of Walk Thru Fire

[@DCRanks]

@@coltonv200 facts

[@coltonv200]

56 tracks 💀

[@ElectronicMusicEnjoyer]

Let's see who's at # last place this time 😂

[@israelmorales1599]

Face Lift it's probably going to take that last place. I have the notion that DCRanks classifies it as a Vitamin R 2.0 😂

[@gjgames7914]

Probably Will be Face Lift 'cause is Vitamin R but Bad (Ops, Was but Rap 😅)

[@israelmorales1599]

@@gjgames7914 It's true.

[@RetrogradeRecall]

Watch Face Lift get 2nd last instead of last just to subvert expectations

[@rayshaund.carlos5518]

We knew it was goimg to happen

[@HaydenRutherford-tn1uq]

Honestly kind of sad that Feel Again was so garbage. I really liked NOT THE ONE and I'll Love U, but he's just so hit or miss

[@johntruman2126]

Face Lift is a banger, y'all just don't like riddim

[@APOLKIS]

This month of Monstercat has been very poor.

[@priyanthisandarath1365]

No