Ryan W - Hardcore

This sexy new single serves as a followup to 2012's "Don't Come Lookin". This is just as catchy as previous singles, but the naughtier, racier direction of the song makes this one even more fun. The robotic autotune effects added to the vocals work well here when coupled with the techy electropop production. A full remix package will be released in the coming weeks along with the full music video.

-Watch a teaser of the music video here (YouTube)

-Purchase the original version here (iTunes)

Grade: A

Ryan W - Don't Come Lookin

After having some underground success, Ryan W's latest release "Don't Come Lookin" is aimed at a mainstream audience. Newly released on the Island Def Jam label, the electro-pop song is a bit of a departure from his earlier material. This song makes him seem like the male counterpart of Ke$ha with the singing and rapping. The production and lyrics make this club-ready. The chorus is rather catchy. Overall, this is a decent single choice, however, it isn't as exciting as "Crave" or "Oceans".

Listen to a preview and buy here (iTunes)

Grade: B

Ryan W - Untouchable

This is the followup to his last single "Oceans." "Untouchable" has that right amount of attitude in both the lyrics and Ryan's delivery. The main mixes by Nick Harvey are his usual big room, tribal fierceness. His Plastic House mix is quite good. There are additional mixes by Razor N' Guido and Streamweaver. Razor N' Guido's mixes are much darker than Nick's versions. Their Duhb version is particularly notable with it's classic references. Streamweaver's mixes are slightly trancey with the soaring synthwork. Every version on this package is great.

Purchase the digital single here (Beatport) or here (Amazon)

Grade: A

Ryan W - Oceans

This is the followup to the sensual "Crave" which was released earlier this year. "Oceans" is on the softer, romantic side. Ryan is given a better opportunity to showcase his vocals on this song. Remixes are by Nick Harvey and Ruben Vega. Nick's main versions have his signature tribal sound, however these have a lighter, uplifting feel as well. Imagine a Freemasons mix that was much harder. Ryan's vocals sound great on this. The main mix is over 12 minutes long and remains exciting throughout. Ruben Vega's mixes are slightly less tribal than the title indicates, but these are hard-hitting as well. Both are very well done.

Purchase at Amazon and Juno

Grade: A

Ryan W - Crave

"Crave" is the debut single from up and coming singer Ryan W. Ryan delivers a warm, unforgettable vocal on "Crave." Remixes by Nick Harvey, Ruben Vega, Fumi Kondoh, Taz, and Streamweaver make this dancefloor ready. Nick Harvey's main mixes a bit more accessible this time around with the soaring synths and pounding beats. His Sunday Morning mix is a bit more big room-ish. The dubs of his main versions are nice as well. Ruben Vega's mixes are a bit more drummy. Fumi Kondoh's has plenty of 'drama' in it with its various ups and downs in energy level. The old school vibe of it is really great. Taz's mix is indeed a 'wild ride' as the mix name indicates. It hits hard in all the right places. Streamweaver's is very big room-ish as well. The entire package is great. "Crave" could soon become a club classic.

Purchase the digital single here (Masterbeat)

Grade: A