Best described as a vocal-infused festival stomper, Breathe sees Cubicore whip up an absolute belter. Raw, monumental and with a hint of old-school allure, this high-impact release hits with visceral impact.
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Breathe by Cubicore emerges as a masterclass in contemporary progressive house production, seamlessly blending old-school elements with modern electronic sensibilities. This vocal-infused festival anthem operates at a driving 128 BPM, providing the perfect tempo to maintain energy on large festival stages and intimate club settings alike. Cubicore’s production prowess is evident from the outset with the use of heavy, techy kick drums. These kicks are meticulously designed, likely layered with sub-bass elements to achieve a punchy yet clean low-end that cuts through even the densest of sound systems. Complementing the kicks are pounding basslines, characterized by their rhythmic precision and dynamic modulation. The basslines employ sidechain compression techniques to create the signature "pumping" effect, ensuring they breathe in sync with the kick, adding to the track’s visceral impact. The raw, aggressive drums are crafted with a combination of analog and digital percussion samples, processed through saturation and distortion units to impart a gritty texture. The use of transient shapers and EQ tweaks helps Cubicore maintain clarity while delivering that explosive energy. The percussive layers, including hi-hats and claps, exhibit intricate stereo imaging, spreading across the sound field to create an immersive listening experience. One of the standout aspects of "Breathe" is its meticulously designed breakdown. Here, Cubicore strips back the heavy elements, introducing atmospheric pads and reverb-drenched vocal chops that build anticipation. The melodic elements in the breakdown showcase automation in filter cutoffs and reverb tails to gradually elevate the energy. This section demonstrates Cubicore’s skill in tension-building, crucial for keeping festival crowds engaged. As the track ascends towards its climax, aggressive synth leads come into play. These leads are crafted using subtractive synthesis, possibly from virtual analog synthesizers, with parameters like resonance and detune expertly modulated to achieve a dark, brooding tonality. The drop reintroduces the full spectrum of elements with intensified energy, utilizing advanced techniques like parallel compression and multiband processing to maintain punch and clarity. Overall, "Breathe" is not just a track but a showcase of Cubicore’s technical acumen. It’s a sonic journey powered by meticulous sound design, dynamic arrangement, and cutting-edge production techniques—truly a masterpiece for those who crave high-impact festival anthems. #PureGold Love IT[/content]
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[item value="10"]Climax / Drop / Crescendo / Pay off moment[/item]
[item value="10"]Intensity, Drive and Energy[/item]
[item value="10"]Sound-design and Arrangement[/item]
[item value="10"]Overall Atmosphere[/item]
[item value="10"]Goosebumps / Shivers moments[/item]
[item value="10"]Emotional affinity and heartfelt moments[/item]
[item value="10"]Originality and Inventiveness[/item]
[item value="10"]Radio Friendly[/item]
[item value="10"]Vocals & lyrics[/item]
[item value="10"]You can’t get this memorable track out of your head[/item]
[item value="10"]It has potential to become an anthem or a classic[/item]
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