The Knocks at Deep Ellum Art Co.

The Knocks are a production and DJ duo who specialize in melodic, carefree dance music that draws from soul, funk, disco, rap, and pop. Making their name with several singles and remixes, as well as EPs like 2011’s Magic, they made their -length debut in 2016 with 55, which featured a diverse array of guests such as Cam’ron, Carly Rae Jepsen, Wyclef Jean, and Walk the Moon. Following side diversions that delved into future funk (Amelia Airhorn) and tropical house (the Mary Nixons), the Knocks presented another feel-good disco-house throwback with 2019’s New York Narcotic. The duo subsequently released collaborations with artists like Gallant, Rivers Cuomo, and Foster the People, with whom they recorded the cover-heavy 2021 EP Melody & Silence.

– allmusic.com