Dub duo UGLY LUNGS has dropped an absolute banger of an EP, Digits, through well-established experimental bass label Wubaholics. The EP’s standout track, “Arrival” is a high-powered, intense piece of work that truly brings the heat. Featuring an extremely vibey wobble-bass sound paired with the duos signature free from bass production, this track is one that is sure to entice any crowd. As of late, UGLY LUNGS has played EDC Mexico and are currently making moves towards the U.S. scene, with plans to bring their live sets to an entirely new crowd. In the meantime, check out our short interview with Ugly Lungs below for more information on the project and their Digits EP!

“Arrival is definitely a standout track/personal favorite of ours from the upcoming Digits EP.

We really got a chance to have fun with this one and blend a lot of different styles together that we feel encapsulate the direction that we are moving in from a composition standpoint. Keeping listeners on their toes with dynamic, heavy elements that switch up throughout the track, brings an excited vibe to the track, and is something we will seek to explore a lot this year!

In a climate that in many regards is “washed out” by stagnant sub-genres, monotony, and just plain overdone elements, it is a welcomed challenge for us to get in the studio and create something different and fresh, which we feel we achieved with ARRIVAL, and with the EP as a whole.

We are stoked to hear what you guys think of the tune, and we cannot wait to play it out at some shows in the near future!

As always, thank you to the bass community for the continued support.

Much love,

UGLY LUNGS”

1 Which track on the DIGITS EP are you guys most excited for fans to hear, and why? 

All of them!!! because this project really give the followers a deep dive into the future of our sound, and the elements of multiple genres that we will be exploring heavily this year. we’re also really proud of the work made in this ep. We can’t wait to see you guys bumping digits!!!

2 If you guys had the opportunity to collaborate with any artist, who would it be?

We have some collabs in the pipeline that we can’t talk too much about right now but we are VERY excited about it so stay tuned! In terms of “goals’ ‘ collabs we would love to work soon with Peekaboo, Tape B, Gunpoint, Slang Dogs, Tvboo, Hekler, Abelation and many more.

3. Are there any upcoming UGLY LUNGS sets that fans can look forward to catching this year?

We are in the process of locking in our VISA’s at the moment, and with our new U.S. based team, you can expect to see us in some new places very soon!

Combining the signature vibey hip hop sound with profound bass, Denver based artist Swampz, has released his latest track “OG”, a vibey bop that seamlessly blends multiple genres and is a certified bop. Making major moves within the scene in 2023, this new release is a must listen, and is sure to appeal to both hip hop and EDM fans. Taking  influence from hip hop OG’s, Swampz is consistently releasing tracks that set him apart from other artists and is consistently showcasing his range. “OG” in particular, features heavy-hitting, intense bass that is sure to hook all listeners. The track truly displays Swampz signature style as well as his production abilities. In comparison to his previous releases, “OG” is significantly heavier; and we are absolutely loving it. Check out our interview with Swampz below for more insight on his goals for 2024 and more information on the project!

“Made this song to go back to the roots of what I fell in love with when I heard dubstep for the first time” -SWAMPZ

If you could choose one word to describe this track, what would it be? 

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The word I’d use to describe this track is “OG” the name of the song itself because it encapsulates the vibes of the “og” or “oldschool” dubstep and hip hop that I grew up listening to. 

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What are some hip-hop artists you look to for inspiration during the production of your tracks? 

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I’ve been listening to hip hop music my whole life so I have a wide range of inspirations from the modern day to the old school. If I had to choose my biggest influences it’d be Suicideboys, Cypress Hill, Wu-Tang Clan, Xavier Wulf, Bones, NWA, Mobb Deep, Chief Keef and so many more, I could go on forever. I incorporate a lot of elements used in old school and modern day hip hop into my production so listening to these artists may spark the creative boost I need when writing music. 

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2023 was a huge year for you, with that being said, what are some of your goals for the Swampz project in 2024? 

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2023 was huge for me and I am extremely grateful for that. My goal for 2024 is to make it a bigger year, release tons of new music, play lots of shows and influence other producers to hop on the G-Step wave that I’m pushing. Really just looking to build on the seeds I planted last year and I’m excited to have a new team at Mind Warp to bring that vision to life!

Chicago, it’s time to stand tall and proud as you are being represented at the highest of levels in bass music by an artist named Ian Snow. Today we get a glimpse at the greatness that awaits us off his forthcoming Edge Of Infinity EP . A true testament to what it’s like to be taken on an auditory journey through space and time,  due to the intense melody & basslines he’s well known for. It’s thanks to this that we get the honor of premiering his latest single titled, “Hyper Sequence”, a project that gives insight into his sonic evolution in sound design. Now it’s time to take a deeper dive as to what makes this track what we like to call, a certified bop!

“A lot of my songs don’t have a message. Or rather, the message is that the music is simply an emanation of myself. However, Hyper Sequence is different. It’s about taking advantage of spending time and cherishing the memories made with the ones you love because it can all be over too soon.” – IAN SNOW

Your new track “Hyper Sequence” really embraces the duality of not only life, but also struggling with death and loss. What kind of emotions are you feeling as you create a track like this one?

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When I stumbled across a video of this poem, it gave me chills. I’d never heard death/loss/life discussed so eloquently in an art form before, so I knew I wanted to create something around it. There were a lot of feelings of nostalgia while writing this song – thinking about the people I’ve had the most fun with, especially throughout my music career with going to shows, festivals, etc. However, I also very much thought about the people I’ve lost. It was nice to work on something that brought back all those memories, and I’m glad I can kind of subtly dedicate this song to all those people.

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This track is a single from your upcoming EP, Edge of Infinity. What can fans expect from the rest of this body of work?

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A lot of twists and turns. I try to make my music a roller coaster, sometimes bringing the heaviest drops just as things become the most soothing and silent. The EP is a great sample for what’s to come the rest of this year

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As a Chicago native, how did growing your bass music career in a city that is labeled as the birthplace of house music affect your development?

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House music plays a big role in my life. I started out producing house music under my old alias. It’s what most of my friends listen to, so I end up at house shows probably more than bass when I’m not playing. In regards to my career development now, I wish there were more regular bass shows, and I admire the industry people I know around the city working to even out the playing field a little more.

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What is something Ian Snow fans can be excited for in 2024?

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I felt like 2023 was when I breached the surface in the community. I got to know a lot of producers working in similar genres, gained some loyal fans, played a few shows, etc. 2024 is when my team and I solidify the brand and start to show people the result of all the hard work behind the scenes.