Draeden
FiXT Noir Hybridizes Dubstep, Metal and More In Massive 35-Track Compilation
Known for their foray into the darkest alleys of electronic music, FiXT has gone even deeper with their new 35-track compilation, FiXT: Noir. FiXT: Noir kicks off with one of it’s unquestioned crown jewels, a blistering drum & bass track called “Clone,” which moonlights as a dream collab between Teddy Killerz and the label’s founder Celldweller. But in a record replete with highlights, that’s just the beginning. The expansive compilation hybridizes genres in dizzying fashion—and it’s not for the faint-hearted. Foxhunt’s “Skullduggery” harkens back to early 2010’s complextro in its frenetic production while Everen Maxwell takes a similar route in the aptly titled “Dark Tales.” totto’s “CPU...
Draeden Unleashes Impassioned Heater “Crossfire” Featuring Garrett Raff
Dim Mak‘s New Noise imprint is incredibly consistent when it comes to picking up releases that showcase new or quickly rising talents. After his stunning debut on Ophelia Records in May and shining on Kannibalen Records last year, Draeden has returned with “Crossfire” featuring Garrett Raff. “Crossfire” is an impassioned dubstep slammer that expertly conveys its message through both its lyrics and thoughtful song structure. Opening simply with Garrett Raff’s powerful vocals and subtle piano, the track quickly changes pace with the introduction of jarring bass elements. The orchestral build-up smoothly transitions into aggressive growls and an unrelenting barrage of synths, helping solidify the perfect blend of soothing moments and sprawling int...
