Will Vance

Portland

Managing Editor at Magnetic Magazine

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Articles

Inside Tony Romera’s Studio Mindset and Why He Never Stops Listening

3 days ago | magneticmag.com | Will Vance

Tony Romera’s latest single Time To Move drops via Toolroom and lives up to its name: it’s a high-octane fusion of 80s flavor, modern club punch, and that unmistakable bounce that’s become his signature. Already a standout moment in his Miami sets this year, the track lands at a time when Romera’s sound is stretching across Solid Grooves, Insomniac, and his own imprint House Delivery—making this a moment of serious momentum.
Why Sherm Treats His Drafts Like Collaborations With Himself

3 days ago | magneticmag.com | Will Vance

Sherm’s new single “Second Round” arrives right on time. With tour stops at Larimer Lounge and the Coors Light Snake Pit Pre-Party (supporting Ship Wrek), plus the 250th episode of Sherm in the Booth on the horizon, the Chicago-based producer is locking in one of his most high-energy release runs to date. The track features Isaac Palmer, Amero, and Devarra—three collaborators with a shared mission to make club records that hit hard, fast, and deep.
New Dennis Cruz EP Marks Launch of His BotaniQ Label

6 days ago | magneticmag.com | Will Vance

Dennis Cruz is starting a new chapter—and this one has roots. His latest project, BotaniQ, is a fresh imprint and event series that pairs his trademark house sensibility with a broader concept tied to nature, open-air spaces, and genre-free programming. The debut release, Way Back, is out today – May 9th – and sets the tone with two no-nonsense club tracks that keep things locked and rolling. Cruz has always moved with range.
What Visual Artists Know About EQ That Most Producers Don’t

6 days ago | magneticmag.com | Will Vance

In visual arts, contrast is a fundamental principle used to draw attention to specific areas within a composition. High contrast between light and dark areas can make certain elements pop, guiding the viewer’s eye to the focal point. Similarly, in audio mixing, boosting or cutting specific frequencies can bring elements forward or push them back, directing the listener’s attention to where it’s most needed.
What Paul Sawyer Thinks New Producers Get Wrong About Listening

6 days ago | magneticmag.com | Will Vance

Paul Sawyer doesn’t need trends to tell him what good music sounds like. After decades in the scene—producing, performing, and curating—he’s built his process around one thing: learning to listen with intention. With the Sunset Garden compilation now out on Krafted, he’s leaning into that mindset harder than ever, focusing on detail, feeling, and the space between elements. The album reflects that same approach.
Paul Nolan on How Burnout Happens Long Before You Notice

6 days ago | magneticmag.com | Will Vance

Paul Nolan returns to Pro B Tech Music with Ethereal Pulse, a deep, patient cut built around the kind of slowly unfolding synth work that has long defined his sound. The three-track EP features a standout remix from progressive legend Hernan Cattaneo alongside Mercurio—bringing new clarity and elegance to the original’s brooding energy. It’s a release that balances introspection with momentum, and the conversation that follows does the same.
Additive Bias in Audio: How Our Brains Sabotage Our Mixes

6 days ago | magneticmag.com | Will Vance

In the early days of my mixing journey, I often found myself instinctively reaching for the EQ boost knobs. It felt intuitive—more highs for clarity, more lows for warmth. But over time, I realized that this approach often led to a crowded mix, where instruments competed rather than complemented. This tendency isn’t unique to mixing; it reflects a broader cognitive bias known as “additive bias.” Humans have a natural inclination to solve problems by adding elements rather than removing them.
Why Broken Hill Prefers Couch Sessions to Studio Perfection

1 week ago | magneticmag.com | Will Vance

Following up his Beatport Top 10 hit “Brain Delay,” Broken Hill returns with “Keep Your Love”—a moody, vocal-driven collaboration with LA-based artist Familiar Faces. Built on analog synths and heartfelt restraint, the track channels Broken Hill’s signature indie dance groove while making space for vulnerability. It’s out now on all platforms and stands as one of the strongest releases yet from the fast-rising producer.
UNER on The Only Rule That Matters in the Studio

1 week ago | magneticmag.com | Will Vance

After five years of creative expansion under his NIN3S alias, Spanish electronic artist UNER is back in his own name—with CONTICINIUM, a reflective, high-impact LP that traces his internal rebirth through shadowy club grooves, IDM textures, and cinematic tension. Released April 25th via Veil Theory, the album feels like an artist reclaiming space on his own terms—refusing to chase perfection, but chasing honesty with everything he has.
Carl Craig’s Documentary ‘Desire’ Drops With Rare Tracks You’ve Never Heard Online

1 week ago | magneticmag.com | Will Vance

Detroit’s techno trailblazer Carl Craig is back in the spotlight, and this time, he’s letting the music do the talking—again. With his new documentary Desire: The Carl Craig Story rolling out to theaters in the UK and Ireland on May 8, Craig is dropping a soundtrack that’s more than just a tie-in. It’s a retrospective, a reintroduction, and honestly, a gift to electronic heads everywhere.