March has certainly been an eventful month for everyone with the conclusion of Ultra Music Festival, SXSW, and the continuation of WMC. We recently had the chance to catch up with Columbian DJ and producer David Solano. Now a Miami resident, he has received support for his music from top artists all over the world including Tiesto, Sander van Doorn, and many more. Later next month, David adds to his busy schedule by embarking on the 2013 Life In Color Tour, bringing some of the best music to the industry’s best paint parties. His collaborative track with R3HAB “Do It” was named the official anthem and is set to be released early April. Read the full interview after the jump!

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Good news is on the horizon for Los Angeles – a new weekly night is coming with one mission and one mission only: to promote good music in our beloved city. Thursdays are about to get a lot more exciting, and it’s all thanks to a handful of our good friends. Titled Polaroid Thursdays, the event will take place at Couture Los Angeles starting later this month, debuting with D.C. native Jacques Renault and Lane 8 at the grand opening on the 28th, alongside the regularly scheduled residents MUSIC DEPT, Part Time Models, Mr. Overtime and more. The lineups look absolutely amazing for the next 4 scheduled nights, so don’t underestimate the fact that these pre-sales WILL sell out! See you there.

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It seems that the online fashion boutique company SSENSE also has great taste in music, judging by all the artists they’ve previously commissioned to do an exclusive mixtape for them. Some past names include BEAR//FACE, Andrea, Kastle and many more. Now, we can add Tel Aviv producer Yarin Lidor to the lineup. Yarin won us over with his sensational “Birthday Sex” remix a few months back, and has since stayed clear in the spotlight. By combining elements of trap, hip hop, garage and others, he creates a diverse and sophisticated atmosphere for all to enjoy. The tracklist is top notch, and you’ll surely hear something for the first time.

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Last night, Drake took to social media to reveal his brand new track “5AM In Toronto” on the official OVO (October’s Very Own) Soundcloud. Coming just one month after the release of the immensely popular “Started From The Bottom,” Drake is already off to a strong and promising start in 2013, confuting all who might doubt his time clock in the spotlight. The track title format might look familiar as it is a sequel to “9AM In Dallas,” and the beat is produced once again by in-house man Boi-1da, “like it should be” according to Drizzy. One thing you’ll notice is the absence of a catchy singing hook, or any hook for that matter. No, you won’t get that here, but what you will get is 3 minutes of straight rapping over a beautiful instrumental. I don’t care if Drake spends $50,000 at a strip club, as long as he keeps coming back with more raw, quotable verses like these.

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Dutch duo Showtek debuted a premature version of “Slow Down” late last year, and we were there to experience it live at Nocturnal Wonderland. Months later, it finally gets a release via Dim Mak as a part of the Crunk/Slow Down EP. The powerful melodic chords are consistent in both versions, but it seems that the pair did a little bit of work on the drop, making it even more effective than before. Though some have made it publicly known that they miss the “old” Showtek, they have proven time and time again that they are capable of producing some of the biggest house tracks, while continuing to incorporate their signature hardstyle specialties. Grab it on Beatport at the link below.

Since the trio first posted a preview for their highly anticipated new single on Dim Mak, we’ve sat patiently waiting for any whisper in the wind about a release date. Well, it would seem that VIBE is on duty for the official premiere of “Treat Me Right,” and they’ve decided to post it a day early. Though the track will not be available to purchase until tomorrow, hearing it does a great job of building excitement for the entirety of their upcoming Solow EP. One of the best things that Keys N Krates has to offer aside from their catchy productions is an innovative live performance. Check out the video below and you’ll understand why, and don’t forget to pre-order “Treat Me Right” on iTunes at the link below.

If you tuned into Mixify a few weeks back for the RISE Digital Music Festival, you probably heard this track during gLAdiator‘s crowd-favorite set. These LA natives are some of the most talented producers and DJs in the genre, and the same can definitely be said about Atlanta producer heRobust who has worked hard to maintain a constant flow of notable productions over the past year. The two got together and collaborated on “We Are,” a refreshing and novel original which utilizes unique aspects of both parties involved. Try dancing to it, you’ll find new ways every time. Pick up the free download below.