Future Focus 004: SLUMBERJACK, Dabow, Tentendo, Isadore, Oxlee
Welcome to the fourth edition of Future Focus, an insight of some of the best new music the world has to offer. This week we have a charismatic collaboration from SLUMBERJACK and Daktyl, and suave singles from Dabow, Tentendo, Isadore and Oxlee.
SLUMBERJACK x Daktyl - Crucified (Feat. MOONZz)
Following on from their mammoth SARAWAK EP, Futuremag Music favourites, SLUMBERJACK have teamed up with Daktyl for ‘Crucified’ featuring MOONZz on vocal duties.
Since moving to Los Angeles from Perth, SLUMBERJACK have been going strength to strength. ‘Crucified’ marks another step up for the duo as they continue to bolster their stance in the competitive scene. A signature soaring vocal performance by MOONZz provides headway for SLUMBERJACK and Daktyl to compose an animated production counterpart. This balanced composition showcases the best of each artist involved.
SLUMBERJACK will be back on Australian shores over the New Years period for a series of festival sets. You can secure your tickets, HERE.
SLUMBERJACK by @matsufotos
Dabow - Sandwich Maker
Argentinian producer, Dabow has been making waves in the trap scene with his audacious and in the face tracks.
‘Sandwich Maker’ retains Dabow’s signature style with an eclectic flair. An insistent yet charming plucky sonic sets the the single apart from its contemporaries, which usually contain an ominous soundscape. Although playful, Dabow still capitalises on the all out mayhem that is trap. Throughout the single, several elements clash in a barbaric fashion, resulting in an oddly refreshing listening experience.
Dabow certainly stands out in a scene saturated by prosaic production.
Dabow by Gaston Suaya
“My goal was create a super clubby/festival vibe and get my own vibe into it too. I made this one a few days before my first travel to USA, super inspired! Want to get the people to know my festival side a lot more! I made the sample with a voice generator. I was into the drop idea, and I knew I wanted something funny but also catchy that could go well with the pre-drop, and ‘Sandwich Maker’ was a great phrase to me.”
Tentendo - Goodlife
Tentendo has revolved back into our sights with ‘Goodlife’, a succulent single designed to invigorate movement.
‘Goodlife’ employs Price, Tentendo’s new found friend. The verdant vocal performance complement’s the prosperous production. The amalgamation of future funk, swooning R&B and an elating electro undertone, combines to form a succulent single. Much like its name, ‘Goodlife’s uplifting nature blossoms a smile and a groove from listeners as organic instrumentation flirts with a synthetic structure. Tentendo never ceases to surprise me with each release.
Tentendo is quickly becoming a staple in my playlists and listening life.
Tentendo by Maxi Roberts
“‘Goodlife’ came to me the first time I met my friend, Price. I was running on about two hours sleep and had just gotten back from an amazing writing trip to Sydney - a trip where I’d realised a lot about myself and how my state of mind affects the music I make. I was in a bit of a haze of thankfulness, tiredness and positivity. I think Price felt that and spun the lyrical narrative to fit where she was at. The base of the song materialised super quick, in about an hour.’”
Isadore - No Illusion
Melbourne alt-pop producer and singer songwriter, Isadore has your playlist needs sorted with ‘No Illusion’.
‘No Illusion’s warm and comforting character flourishes throughout the single’s almost four minute duration. Infectious hooks and a magnetic chorus dance upon an uplifting bed of prosperous production. Isadore’s prowess is apparent as delightful harmonies, divine synths, and buoyant beats mingle. ‘No Illusion’ is an unapologetic anthem that delves deep into the mystique of introspective feminine folklore, while inviting listeners to dance in the footsteps of their ancestors.
Keep an eye on Isadore as she continues to impress with her lavish sonic.
Isadore by She Is Aphrodite
“‘No Illusion’ was always meant to be a sentimental summary of the whole book- the overall empowerment her words gave me when I was in Canada and how I found my ‘wild’ self within me.”
Oxlee - I Wouldn't Change
Brisbane’s Oxlee has your commercial R&B fix with ‘I Wouldn’t Change’
‘I Wouldn’t Change’, captures the essence of major label funded R&B while retaining a delightful indie flair. The single’s catchy and memorable lyrical structure is driven forward courtesy of a minimalist production. The vivacious vocal performance is undoubtedly the star of the record. Oxlee flexes his charismatic chorals throughout ‘I Wouldn’t Change’.
Although Oxlee is in the early stages of his musical endeavours, he’s laying the seeds for a prosperous future.
Oxlee (Image Provided)
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