Tag: Dance Music

Welcome to the Gelliverse: Gelli Haha’s ‘Normalize’ Sets the Stage for Switcheroo

Gelli Haha releases new single ‘Normalize.’ Photo: Sophie Prettyman-Beauchamp, used with permission.

Gelli Haha Unleashes “Normalize” — The Final Single Before Debut Album Switcheroo

Gelli Haha has officially announced her newest single and video, “Normalize,” the final release ahead of her highly anticipated debut album Switcheroo, due out June 27, 2025. Drawing from the rich textures of 80s Nigerian soul boogie, the track delivers a smooth, mid-tempo synth-funk groove beneath Gelli’s raw yet velvety vocals. In the chorus, she aches for escape: “I want to fly away.” (another side, 2025)

The video for “Normalize” is a surreal extension of her live performances, directed by David Gutel. It continues the psycho-science experiment narrative introduced in her previous single “Spit,” revealing Gelli’s transformation into a parachute monster. Watch the video below.

Introducing the Gelliverse

Gelli Haha (pronounced Jelly-Haha) is more than a musician — she’s a shapeshifter, a sonic acrobat, and a visionary performer blurring the line between Studio 54 glam and Area 51 mystery. Her music dances in the tension between playful and profound, absurd and sincere.

Her debut album Switcheroo, via Innovative Leisure, serves as the official soundtrack to the Gelliverse — a vibrant, chaotic, and genre-bending world of her own design.

Switcheroo: A High-Voltage Creative Experiment

Created in collaboration with Sean Guerin of De Lux, Switcheroo is the product of spontaneous experimentation and a shared love for off-kilter pop and vintage gear. The duo leaned into analog oddities — Eventide Harmonizers, MXR Pitch Transposers, Electrix units — crafting textures that are intentionally flawed and brilliantly bizarre.

Every track is an invitation to let go, laugh, dance, and dive headfirst into the spectacle. Switcheroo is an inside joke turned theatrical masterpiece.

Don’t Miss Gelli Haha Live in LA

Gelli Haha’s wild, prop-filled, fully choreographed live performances have made her one of the most buzzed-about acts in the LA underground. She returns Friday, August 8, headlining at Resident in Downtown Los Angeles, with support from dance arts center and a DJ set by KCRW’s Travis Holcombe.

Presented by Minty Boi and Gelli Kompany. Tickets available here.

Let yourself get weird. Gelli Haha’s Switcheroo is coming.

Switcheroo tracklist:
1 – Funny Music
2 – Spit
3 – Normalize
4 – Bounce House
5 – Piss Artist
6 – Tiramisu
7 – Gelliverse
8 – Dynamite
9 – Johnny
10 – Pluto is not a planet it’s a restaurant

Courtesy photo, used with permission.

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Ultimate Music Experience returns to South Padre Island

Unite for One Night: UME announces the ultimate music experience on South Padre Island featuring Deadmau5, Wax Motif, Tom & Collins, and more. Photo: UME, used with permission.

The highly anticipated electronic dance music event, The Ultimate Music Experience (UME), is set to make its triumphant return to the Rio Grande Valley on Saturday, March 30, 2024. UME is thrilled to announce an electrifying lineup, featuring some of the biggest names in the EDM world, along with regional artists to be revealed soon. (Magnum PR, 2023)

Headlining this unforgettable night of music and celebration are none other than the iconic Deadmau5, Wax Motif, and Tom & Collins. The event promises to deliver a sonic journey like no other, captivating the hearts and souls of attendees, and leaving them with memories to last a lifetime.

UME will take place at the picturesque Beach Waterpark on South Padre Island, Texas, located at 33261 State Park Rd 100. This stunning beachfront location will provide the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable night under the stars, surrounded by the beauty of the Gulf Coast.

In addition to the main event, UME organizers are planning an exciting pre-party to kick off the festivities. Details for the pre-party will be announced at a later date, anticipating even more excitement for EDM enthusiasts.

Paul Magee, founder of UME and CEO of Global Groove Events, expressed his excitement about bringing the event back to the Rio Grande Valley, saying, “We are absolutely thrilled to be returning to the Rio Grande Valley for UME 2024. UME has always been about uniting people through the power of music, and this year’s lineup is guaranteed to do just that. Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, community, and pure energy.”

Secure your tickets, starting at $50, for the Ultimate Music Experience online and prepare to embark on a journey through the sounds of EDM like never before.

Don’t miss out on the most anticipated electronic music event of the year. Get ready to unite and celebrate music under the stars at UME 2024!

UME is a premier electronic dance music event that brings together EDM fans from all over the world to celebrate the power of music and unity. Founded by Paul Magee and organized by Global Groove Events, UME is known for its spectacular lineups, breathtaking venues, and unforgettable experiences. UME 2024 promises to be the ultimate EDM event, featuring top-tier artists and regional talent, all set against the backdrop of South Padre Island, Texas.