Future Focus 010: Self Tape, Koh-Dee, Mellowdine
Co-written by Katy Roubin and Luke Byatt.
Welcome to Future Focus 010, an editorial series providing a personable glimpse into some of best music releasing in the scene. This edition of Future Focus features the diverse and vibrant sounds of Self Tape, Koh-Dee and Mellowdine.
Self Tape - AM
Futuremag Music favourite, Self Tape is back with a sensual new single 'AM' ahead of his upcoming EP expected to drop in May.
'AM' is endlessly catchy, offering a unique and groovy take on traditional club beats. With striking synths and a subtle melancholic melody, the record is perfectly balanced and elevated in its production quality. With the addition of Charles Murdoch (Hayden James, Flight Facilities, Confidence Man) on the mix, ‘AM’ emits an innate character of consoling warmth. Self Tape’s ‘AM’ is a testament to the new era of Sydney’s musical prowess post “lockout laws”.
We’ll be well around Self Tape’s evolution as he enters the release of his debut EP.
Self Tape by Sean Sinclair
“‘AM’ is the first single off my upcoming EP Ante Meridian. The record marks a new direction of my sound into euphoric club tracks. I want people to lose themselves, and to feel like they are weightless and floating through the motion of the song.”
Koh-Dee - Wonder What She's Dreaming
'Wonder What She's Dreaming' is the latest release from Tasmanian producer and composer, Koh-Dee.
'Wonder What She's Dreaming' is minimalist yet thoughtful in its composition and execution. With a collection of succulent synths and textured foley - including text notification sounds - the record is full of life and texture. From the offset to the closing notes, Koh-Dee offers a familiar and comforting feeling of love and awe. 'Wonder What She's Dreaming' is an instantly likeable and engrossing composition from the first listen and many more after.
Be sure to keep an eye on Koh-Dee as he blossoms in 2020.
Koh-Dee by Katie Palmer
“I wrote it as my ex girlfriend was napping in the room next to me, while I was creating this music through my speakers. So the song just became about her and what she might’ve been dreaming of, because maybe she was thinking about us.”
Mellowdine - Apart
London producer, Mellowdine has captured our hearts over the past couple of years, now he’s back with 'Apart'.
‘Apart’ is a thoughtful and melodic record that really seizes you with each listen. From grungy distorted synths paired to a catchy house beat, the track provides exploration into various sonics and textures. Embedded in deep house beats, 'Apart' is intricate in its production and showcases Mellowdine's skill as each synth and sample blooms with intense efflorescence.
Be sure to keep a close eye on Mellowdine and his growing catalogue.
Mellowdine (Provided)