Genix returns to Anjunabeats with 'Rave Digger EP', a collection of dance-floor anthems.
With the success of his album, 'YOU.ME.NOW', totalling over 9M streams to date and a subsequent tour with more than 20 headline dates, 2024 was a massive year for Genix. Just early this year, he joined Anjunabeats at multiple label shows, including the Anjunabeats Showcase in Austin, Texas, the Anjunabeats Miami Pool Party and most recently the Anjuna25 showcase in New York City at Avant Gardner in May.
After marking his return in early July with trance banger ‘Amnesia’, a tribute to the legendary Ibiza nightclub, the British producer then followed up with the title track, 'Rave Digger'. A rework of MC Lethal's 1992 hit, the track originally debuted during Genix's set at iconic London venue, Battersea Power Station, and has since become a staple part of his sets for the past year.
Alongside singles 'Amnesia' and 'Rave Digger', the EP also features 'Dreams', a collaboration with British DJ and producer James Dean, who played the track at Creamfields Festival last year. The trance floor-filler features a nostalgic vocal sample from the 1980's Chaka Khan hit 'Clouds'. The EP also features a breakbeat rework of 'Rave Digger'.
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]The Genix Rave Digger EP is a compelling collection that seamlessly bridges the nostalgic energy of early rave culture with contemporary electronic production techniques. This EP features four tracks: "Rave Digger," "Amnesia," "Dreams with James Dean," and a breaks mix of "Rave Digger." Each track offers a distinct sonic journey, infused with trance, house, and techno influences that harken back to the euphoric sounds of the '90s while embracing modern dynamics and clarity. 1. Rave Digger: This title track is a powerful homage to the golden days of rave, encapsulating the raw, euphoric energy that defined the era. The track opens with driving, punchy kick drums and crisp hi-hats, layered with a rolling bassline that evokes classic acid house vibes. The melodic lead, drenched in bright, staccato synth stabs, carries a trance-like quality, creating an atmospheric build-up that bursts into an infectious drop. The production showcases meticulous attention to detail with subtle reverb effects and expertly crafted filters that maintain dynamic flow throughout the track. 2. Amnesia: "Amnesia" takes a deeper, more introspective turn while still upholding the EP's rave essence. The track blends ethereal pads with a hypnotic, looping melody, reminiscent of early progressive trance. The bassline is sub-heavy yet smooth, complemented by crisp percussive elements that add rhythmic complexity. The use of delay and reverb effects on the synth lines creates a spacious, immersive soundscape. Production-wise, "Amnesia" demonstrates Genix's skill in balancing melodic elements with a solid, dancefloor-ready groove. 3. Dreams with James Dean: Perhaps the most emotionally charged track on the EP, "Dreams with James Dean" features soulful vocal chops layered over lush, resonant chord progressions. The track effortlessly fuses trance's emotive melodies with the rhythmic drive of house. The kick is warm and rounded, sitting perfectly in the mix alongside a groovy, syncopated bassline. The breakdown introduces a cinematic quality, with sweeping pads and a subtle crescendo that leads back into a euphoric drop. The production shines through in the clarity of each element, ensuring none are lost in the mix. 4. Rave Digger (Breaks Mix): This breaks interpretation of "Rave Digger" offers a refreshing twist, replacing the standard four-on-the-floor beat with intricate breakbeat patterns. The track retains the rave stabs and melodic motifs of the original but infuses them with a grittier, more underground feel. The breakbeat drums are punchy and well-layered, with snappy snares and rolling hi-hats that add dynamic movement. The use of glitch effects and chopped samples showcases Genix's experimental side, while the tight production ensures the track remains cohesive and energetic. Across the EP, Genix demonstrates a masterful grasp of modern production techniques. The sound design is rich and textured, with a balance of analog warmth and digital precision. EQing is meticulous, allowing each element its own space within the mix. Compression is used effectively to add punch without squashing dynamics, and the stereo field is thoughtfully utilized to create width and depth. The seamless blending of nostalgic rave elements with contemporary sounds speaks to Genix's deep understanding of both the history and future of electronic music. #PureGold Love IT [/content]
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[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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