Multi-instrumentalist and producer obli makes his Anjunadeep debut with the electronic single ‘Loving You’.
Hailing from Newark, Ohio and now residing in Los Angeles, obli started his musical career 15 years ago touring with Sonny Moore, a.k.a. Skrillex. Since then, he has logged countless shows and hours in the studio with Dead Sara, played guitar for multi-platinum GRAMMY Award-nominated superstar Julia Michaels, and is now pursuing his solo career.
obli has released a diverse array of songs including ‘hei’ and ‘Change’, receiving support from radio and music tastemakers such as Zane Lowe, Sian Eleri at BBC Radio 1, Jason Bentley at KCRW, RÜFÜS DU SOL, Lane 8, ODESZA, and more. Most notably, obli’s recent release ‘Deeper’ was hand-selected by BBC Radio 1’s Jack Saunders as “Track of the Week” under his Future Artists programming.
‘Loving You’ is out October 24 on Anjunadeep.
Buy/Stream: https://anjunadeep.co/obli.oyd
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"] Obli’s “Loving You” is a deeply immersive electronica single that perfectly balances technical mastery with emotional resonance. Clocking in at 124 BPM, this melodic house track immediately captivates with its distinctive basslines, thumping drums, and ethereal vocal samples. Each element in the mix is treated with state-of-the-art production techniques, including stereo spatial processing, creative automation of reverb and delay tails, and subtle sidechain compression to achieve that hypnotic pulse. The careful layering of synths and cinematic strings creates a lush harmonic environment that both calms the listener and uplifts the spirit, making it an ideal candidate for music therapy sessions or mental health applications. From a production standpoint, “Loving You” excels in rhythm, groove, and drive. Its drum programming leverages tight transient shaping and dynamic EQ to ensure that the kick and percussion cut through the mix without overpowering the melodic elements. Transitions, drops, and build-ups are meticulously crafted using risers, filtered sweeps, and well-timed white noise effects, maintaining a natural energy flow that encourages both relaxation and movement. The sound design demonstrates a mastery of modern electronic production tools, combining analog-inspired synth patches with innovative sampling and granular processing to enrich the sonic palette. The track’s arrangement and structure stand out for their originality and cohesion. Obli avoids conventional four-bar predictability by introducing subtle variations in chord voicings and rhythmic syncopations that keep the listener engaged. Vocal samples are processed with formant shifting, reverse reverb pre-delays, and pitch modulation to give them a dreamlike quality. These techniques contribute to an atmosphere of optimism and emotional catharsis, qualities that research has shown to be beneficial in music therapy where positive auditory stimuli can alleviate stress, promote neuroplasticity, and enhance mood regulation. Dynamic range and loudness balance are equally commendable. The mastering maintains headroom for expressive crescendos without falling into the trap of excessive compression, preserving a natural ebb and flow that mirrors the human emotional cycle. This is particularly important for mental health benefits, as studies suggest that music with dynamic variation and harmonic richness can encourage dopamine release and foster a sense of hope and renewal. This combination of technical brilliance and emotional depth makes “Loving You” not just a club-friendly melodic house track, but also a sonic experience that promotes optimism and psychological well-being.#PureGold Love IT[/content]
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Suggested Bibliography:
Thoma, M. V., Ryf, S., Mohiyeddini, C., Ehlert, U., & Nater, U. M. (2013). Emotion regulation through listening to music in everyday situations. Cognition & Emotion, 27(3), 534-543.
Koelsch, S. (2014). Brain correlates of music-evoked emotions. Nature Reviews Neuroscience, 15(3), 170-180.
Garrido, S., & Schubert, E. (2015). Music and people with tendencies to depression. Music Perception, 32(4), 313-321.
Gold, C., Mössler, K., Grocke, D., Heldal, T. O., Tjemsland, L., Aarre, T., & Baker, F. (2009). Individual music therapy for mental health care clients with low therapy motivation: Multicentre randomized controlled trial. Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, 78(5), 319-327.
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