Ahead of the release of their debut double LP ‘Higher Resolution’, Kasablanca present the electro edged and french house tinged ‘Better Today Better Tomorrow’.
An album comprising two parts, Kasablanca breathtaking Side A included the likes of ‘Remission’ (with Lane 8), club focussed melodic techno track ‘Clarity’, and the band’s viral cover of Prodigy classic ‘Breathe’.
Side B has already dominated dancefloors worldwide, with the likes of ALOK, Vintage Culture and Argy supporting lead out singles ‘Audio Machina’ and ‘Time’ in their live sets, with both tracks charting in the UK and US club charts.
Hot on their heels, third single ‘Better Today Better Tomorrow’ is the most anthemic yet, a grungy festival sized outing road tested during their appearance at John Summit’s Experts Only Festival, their own sold out headline show at London’s Koko, and by Dom Dolla at his Warehouse Project take over.
‘Better Today Better Tomorrow’ is out now to stream and purchase, with the full digital album scheduled to release on November 21.
Pre-order the full ‘Higher Resolution’ vinyl product now
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Kasablanca’s “Better Today, Better Tomorrow” emerges as a masterclass in modern indie dance production, fusing electro elements with French house aesthetics to create a track that resonates both sonically and emotionally. Operating at 126 BPM, the track’s rhythmic foundation is meticulously engineered for dancefloor impact. The production combines pulsating basslines, tight electro-influenced kicks, and carefully layered distorted synths, all of which contribute to a driving momentum that can energize large festival crowds. The use of vocoder-treated vocals adds a nostalgic nod to French disco traditions while maintaining a futuristic edge, giving the track a unique timbral identity. From a technical standpoint, the song demonstrates exceptional attention to sound design and spatial mixing. Each element occupies a precise position in the stereo field, with dynamic range carefully preserved to allow the build-ups and drops to land with maximum emotional impact. The harmonic layers are structured to evolve gradually, offering both melodic satisfaction and a sense of narrative progression. Transitions are smooth yet impactful, using subtle filtering, reverb swells, and sidechain compression to keep the energy flowing seamlessly. The production techniques deployed not only showcase Kasablanca’s artistic identity but also ensure that the track is highly versatile for DJs, with clear cue points, loop potential, and BPM consistency that integrates easily into live sets. Beyond its sonic achievements, “Better Today, Better Tomorrow” offers profound benefits for mental health and emotional release, supported by scientific research on music and movement. Studies in music therapy and neuroscience suggest that rhythmic synchronization, such as clapping or dancing in time to music, stimulates dopamine release, which enhances mood and motivation (Zatorre & Salimpoor, 2013). The track’s driving groove and repetitive melodic hooks facilitate a state of flow, which has been linked to reduced stress and improved emotional regulation (Csikszentmihalyi, 2002). Furthermore, dancing to pulsating, high-BPM tracks has been shown to increase endorphin levels and promote social bonding, both essential for psychological well-being (Tarr, Launay, & Dunbar, 2014). By combining technical excellence with an emotionally uplifting design, the track functions as both an artistic expression and a tool for emotional catharsis. In conclusion, “Better Today, Better Tomorrow” is more than just a festival-ready indie dance anthem—it is an immersive sonic experience that taps into the emotional and physiological effects of music. Its precise production techniques, creative layering, and energetic flow make it an ideal track for both personal release and communal celebration. #PureGold Love iT[/content]
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Suggested Bibliography:
Csikszentmihalyi, M. (2002). Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience. Harper Perennial.
Tarr, B., Launay, J., & Dunbar, R. I. M. (2014). Music and social bonding: “Self-other” merging and neurohormonal mechanisms. Frontiers in Psychology, 5, 1096.
Zatorre, R. J., & Salimpoor, V. N. (2013). From perception to pleasure: Music and its neural substrates. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 110(Supplement 2), 10430–10437.
Thaut, M. H. (2015). Rhythm, Music, and the Brain: Scientific Foundations and Clinical Applications. Routledge.
Koelsch, S. (2014). Brain correlates of music-evoked emotions. Nature Reviews Neuroscience, 15(3), 170–180.
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