As many know, leap years are an extremely special anomaly that happens only once every four years, adding an extra day to the shortest month of the year. With its rarity, the day is almost filled with its own magic, warranting extra special celebration. There is no better way to encapsulate the fascination of this extra day than with an outstanding tune from none other than Tampa local bass producer, KPUFF. Those who have experienced the incredible heavy hitting experimental sounds that have emanated from this project in the past know the caliber of bangers that KPUFF puts out on a regular basis. He truly captured the whimsy of the leap year through his use of deep grimey dubstep sounds and drop switch up that will leave any listener wanting more. KPUFF has definitely taken his track “Leap Year” and packed a punch you can only find on rare days such as today. Let’s take a deeper dive into why we are calling “Leap Year”, a certified bop.

“Been working on this track for a couple months and the main goal was trying to do something new. I like to do two different style drops in my track if it fits” -KPUFF

You’re on your deathbed and you can listen to one last song, which one would it be and why?

“Rusko – Hold On (Sub Focus Remix)” because it is one of me and my pops all time favorite songs.”

If you could change one thing about the electronic scene, what would it be and why?

“I would like everyone to be fully themselves through their music and not compare themselves to others.”

If you had one message you could share with the world right now, what would it be?

“Show appreciation to your people.”

The thrilling connection between analog and digital soundscapes within music is being brought to the forefront once again thanks to yet another genre-defying music producer, Analog Future. Today’s premiere showcases the production talent that lies within analog integration thanks to his newest release titled Darker Forest via Tuff Sounds, an East Coast label pushing experimental bass music. If you’ve been in search of a track that is bound to take you on a journey through space and time due it’s heavy basslines and dark atmosphere, we may have found just the solution for you that’ll break your repeat button. Now it’s time to take a deeper dive as to what makes this track what we like to call, a certified bop. 

“This is an experiment that began in a darkening forest. The aim was to bring the music-making process to a new environment. Suddenly, I found myself in the middle of the woods with the dark rapidly approaching. With this track, I sought to capture that sensation of an imminent chase—a race against encroaching darkness—and all the mind games that come with the absence of light.”

As humans, we tend to always be in search of what’s next in terms of music innovation and creativity. If people stay complacent and don’t consistently try to raise the bar higher and higher, we end up with the same recycled beats that all just end up sounding like VIPs of previously released tracks. Today we are beyond stoked to present you all with something fresh and awe-inspiring that is bound to leave any listener yearning for more. Willdabeast & Torbjørn are here to drop off their newest collaborative project titled “Don’t Step”. A track that truly embodies the raw talent each artist possesses within their own instrument-infused space bass. Now it’s time to take a deeper dive as to what makes this track what we like to call, a certified bop. 

“I have learned that in my short time here on this planet, we all struggle. So why not share the struggle? What lies beneath is the most important and that is something we all share. The subconscious is something we can’t run from. The central nervous system. ‘Beneath The Surface’ is our album and its on the way. Don’t Step  is a statement. The First single from this album to proclaim our statement and revel in the fact we have something to say. This is not just our journey but connected is something we can all be tethered to when we learn that we share similar patterns of existence. The path, the struggle, the pain, it exists in all of us.”

-WILDABEAST

We love it when fresh new faces come from the depths of the underground into the spotlight. The brightness Seth David has been radiating these past few months is currently unmatched. Having banger after banger catching the masses’ attention to crushing it on tour with Sippy and Smoakland, the future for this upcoming bass act could not be brighter. He is now here to further solidify his spot amongst the bass giants as one to keep a close eye on. Today we have the honor of premiering his newest single OH!, a powerful vocal-infused high-energy dubstep banger that is going to leave people in awe. Now it’s time to take a deeper dive as to what makes this track what we like to call, a certified bop.

“OH” brings me back to the “glory days” of dubstep in the early 2010’s…I used to love how emotional dubstep songs felt while at the same time being heavy and aggressive. I’m hoping this track can stand the test of time and give listeners that little hit of nostalgia even though it’s brand new.

-SETH DAVID

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!