Those who have heard the heavy-hitting sounds of bass wizards HEXED and Ghost Lotus on their own know the absolute madness these artists can create. With each having a sound design like no other, one can only imagine what would happen if they produced a track together. Well, the wait is over because today, HEXED and Ghost Lotus have teamed up to create the absolute insanity that is their new track “I’m A G”. There is no shortage of deep booming bass, wubby synths, and gritty vocals that makes this track the grimiest and most daring tune these artists have put forth this year. “I’m A G” is truly a track that breaks all rules and genres, featuring elements of Trap, Hip/Hop and even Dubstep influences that can be heard from start to finish. WE are definitely going to be blasting this one out for the forseeable future. Let’s take a deeper dive into why we are calling “I’m A G”, a certified bop. 

”Reflecting on this project made me realize how far I’ve come as an artist, but reminds me this is only the beginning. This project is a statement from me to let listeners know this is my time. I am going to give music everything I’ve got and see how far much further I can evolve.”

Diving Deep w/ HEXED

1. How did you decide to get into making music? Was there a particular event in your childhood/life that made you stop and realize that you wanted to pursue a career in music?

I originally liked to play sports. One day in 2013, I decided to go see Knife Party at Sunset Music Festival because they were one of my first favorite Electronic acts. I heard them perform the song “Power Glove” and I was blown away. I never saw a performance so incredible, I reconsidered everything from then on. I previously was a painter and this was a much more eye opening and exciting way to express myself.

2. You live, breathe, and eat bass music. Do you listen to anything else when you are away from everything? What would your top 5 non-bass artists be? Top 5 bass artists?

I love Bass music, but I like to incorporate other styles in my production that I find interesting. I enjoy Rock, Metal, Rap, R&B, Electronic, Downtempo, Ambient, Reggae, Pop and even some Country. These are some acts I currently really like, but in no order:

All time Non-bass music artists:

• Mac Miller
• 03 Greedo
• City Morgue
• Slim Shady/Eminem
• Trippie Redd

Bass Music Artists:

• Space Wizard
• DirtySnatcha
• Peekaboo
• blurrd vzn
• Eater

3. What has been the biggest lesson you’ve learned since you started making music? Do you have any words of wisdom for aspiring producers hoping to follow in your footsteps?

One of the biggest lessons I have learned is to take care of your ears. I always wear ear plugs and I am thankful to have learned about it when I was young. I used to go front row at shows with no ear plugs when I first discovered Electronic music. If there is one thing I have learned, you better take care of your ears and health if you want to last a long time.

4. What’s next for your project? What plans do you have in the near future that you hope to accomplish as “HEXED”?

Next for my project, I hope to take things to a whole new level. I’d like to release music on dream labels that I never imagined possible, collaborate with artists I have always dreamed of working with and continue developing my sound to where it becomes undeniably unique. I have a new EP we plan on releasing this year and several other tracks I am very excited about. Just so thankful for all the people that work with me and have supported the HEXED project to get where it is now.

Here at Headbang Society, we are always trying to find new music that makes us feel more than we have ever felt before, whether it be new music or some of our favorite classics. Today North Carolina based bass producer, Matt Pham, better known to many as Feelmonger has created the perfect mix designed to make us feel as much as we possibly can. This all original unreleased track mix, “Viva La Vibrant” takes us on a journey through many different soundscapes, moving us through brilliant high energy and  tunes. This entire mix definitely has an absolutely vibrant aspect to it as its title suggests, that makes us want to keep it on repeat. Let’s take a deeper dive into why we are calling this heater of a mix “Viva La Vibrant”, a certified bop.

“Viva La Vibrant is about living life, you guessed it, vibrantly. Vibrant is defined as “full of energy and enthusiasm,” “quivering, pulsating,” “bright and striking.” The tracks that make up this mix dive deep into those ideas and hopefully will let people FEEL as much as possible. Life and the moments that make it up are special, and VLV is a reminder to myself as much as everybody else that you just have to be in the moment. Dance harder, love deeper, cry uglier; whatever you’re feeling, let it consume you.” – Feelmonger

1. What has been your favorite memory this far having been part of the EDM scene prior to successfully launching off as a reputable bass artist?

My favorite memory so far? Oof that’s a tough one. I can’t really pick and choose an individual memory from the EDM scene. A lot of my love for the scene comes from how I feel at the shows, the people I meet and the interactions I have. But if you’re making me pick a singular event, it would have to be the insanity that commences post-shows at the Embassy Suites in Hampton, VA. 

2. In a perfect world, where do you see yourselves 2 years from now and why?

In two years, I want to have a condo on the moon, with Elon Musk as my landlord and neighbor, and only come back to earth to play shows at Red Rocks and the Gorge. In all seriousness, if I could just drop the day job and focus on music 40+ hours a week that would be amazing.

One of UK’s finest tear out dubstep talents is here to set an imprint on today’s era of modern day heavy hitting bass music. His name is Nimda, an individual who is known to consistently release massive heaters thanks to his endless arsenal of relentless music projects. Today we get a glimpse into the mind of Nimba and his creativity through the likes of the newly established “MENTIS AUDIO”  , an independent label he decided to launch back in December of 2021. If you’re looking to spiral out of control and let loose to an absolute banger,  then you will have “Baddest” on repeat till Spotify glitches out due to malfunction. It’s time to take a deeper dive as to what makes his newest release what we like to call , a certified bop.

1. What would you tell your younger self today knowing where you’re at now and what it took to get there?

I’d probably tell myself to care less and have more fun when it comes to making music, but also the more effort you put in the more you will get out of it. I spent the first 8 years of music making experience not really trying and also worrying too much about my releases not doing well, in reality I should’ve tried harder when it came to my production and stressed less about stats.

1. If there was an artist you had the chance to collaborate with, who would it be and why?

I’d love to make a song with Svndman or Leotrix. Svndman is discontinued I’m pretty sure so lets say Leotrix. Leotrix is very good at a wide range of styles, I think my obnoxious approach to music would combine well with his sound design knowledge and thought-out approach to that kind of riddim sound. (Even though I pretty much never make riddim)