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House Review: D.O.D. feat. Poppy Baskcomb - Confession out on Armada Music

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11:14:00

D.O.D kicks off the year with ‘Confession’, a vibrant dance house track featuring the irresistible vocals of standout UK vocalist Poppy Baskcomb. Fun and flirty, the track’s infectious energy makes it the perfect upbeat remedy for long car rides, pregaming the night out, or dancing your heart out- whether in your living room or at the festival mainstage.

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Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]D.O.D. feat. Poppy Baskcomb’s “Confession” emerges as a masterclass in contemporary dance house production, flawlessly integrating technical precision with musical euphoria. Operating at 128 BPM, the track strikes an ideal balance between rhythmic drive and melodic vibrancy, creating a sonic landscape that resonates both in personal listening environments and on festival main stages. Each layer of the production contributes to a tightly woven rhythmic and harmonic framework: the groove is propelled by dynamic percussion patterns and punchy kick drums, while the bassline provides a smooth yet assertive undercurrent that maintains consistent energy flow and momentum throughout the track. The melodic elements, highlighted by radiant piano chords and playful harmonic textures, give the piece a nostalgic yet modern flair that instantly captivates audiences. The track’s transitions, drops, and build-ups are structured with exemplary attention to detail, ensuring seamless energy shifts that keep listeners engaged. Each rise and fall in intensity is supported by meticulous sound design choices—filters sweep with precision, reverbs bloom naturally, and spatial effects expand the stereo field to create a fully immersive experience. The use of effects is never gratuitous; instead, it enhances the perception of depth and movement, producing a dynamic range that allows both the instrumental and vocal elements to breathe. Poppy Baskcomb’s vocal performance sits perfectly in the mix, her emotive delivery cutting through the instrumental arrangement with clarity, warmth, and lyrical resonance, ultimately contributing to the track’s high replay value and instant memorability. From a technical perspective, “Confession” excels in loudness balance and cohesion, offering a polished sound that translates effortlessly across club sound systems, radio, and streaming platforms. Its arrangement demonstrates originality through subtle variations in rhythmic phrasing and harmonic layering, while the intro and outro structures provide DJs with clean cue points and looping potential, making it an asset for live set construction and seamless transitions. Crowd reaction potential is maximized by the track’s ability to sustain high energy without sacrificing musicality, a hallmark of top-tier festival-ready productions. Beyond its production strengths, “Confession” carries significant wellness and psychological benefits. Scientific studies have shown that music at moderate to high tempos, particularly in the 120–130 BPM range, can enhance physical performance, elevate mood, and support cardiovascular exercise routines (Karageorghis & Priest, 2012). The track’s buoyant energy and euphoric harmonics align with research indicating that uplifting dance music can reduce cortisol levels, promote dopamine release, and increase overall feelings of well-being (Thoma et al., 2013). This makes “Confession” particularly well-suited for mental health applications, from mood enhancement in daily listening to structured use in fitness and wellness classes, where rhythmic entrainment and emotional uplift can improve both engagement and endurance. In conclusion, D.O.D. and Poppy Baskcomb deliver a track that not only meets but exceeds the highest standards of modern dance music production. Through flawless sound design, immersive atmosphere, and emotionally resonant vocal performance, “Confession” achieves remarkable technical and artistic cohesion while providing tangible mental health and fitness benefits, making it a powerful addition to both personal playlists and professional DJ sets. #PureGold Loveit [/content]

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Suggested Bibliography:
Karageorghis, C.I., & Priest, D.L. (2012). Music in the exercise domain: A review and synthesis (Part I and II). International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology.
Thoma, M.V., Ryf, S., Mohiyeddini, C., Ehlert, U., & Nater, U.M. (2013). Emotion regulation through listening to music in everyday situations. Cognition and Emotion.
Zatorre, R.J., Chen, J.L., & Penhune, V.B. (2007). When the brain plays music: Auditory-motor interactions in music perception and production. Nature Reviews Neuroscience.

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House Review: Sonny Fodera x D.O.D x Poppy Baskcomb - Think About Us (Remixes) out on Solotoko

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11:28:00

Internationally renowned DJ and producer Sonny Fodera unveils his latest single ‘Think About Us’, a heavyweight collaboration with D.O.D and rising vocal force Poppy Baskcomb.

This new release is the latest in a standout run of singles for Sonny on his independent label, Solotoko. His smash hit ‘Somedays’, also in collaboration with D.O.D and with Jazzy on vocals, has just been recognised with two ARIA Award nominations for Song of the Year and Best Dance/Electronic Release, having hit platinum status in both the UK and Australia, entering the Top 5 in the UK chart and earning a Song of the Year nomination at the 2025 BRIT Awards (notably the only independent release in the category). Alongside Sonny’s other recent charting hits including ‘All This Time’,‘Tell Me’, ‘Mind Still’, and ‘Asking’, Solotoko has become one of the first independent dance labels to score two UK Top 10 singles in just 12 months.

D.O.D continues to ride a wave of momentum of his own. Having sold out over 30,000 tickets across his recent US tour — including a 5,000-capacity show in Brooklyn, his biggest American headline to date — he’s cemented his status as one of the UK’s most forward-thinking producers. His catalog includes platinum-certified anthems ‘Still Sleepless’, the aforementioned ‘Somedays’ and ‘So Much In Love’, with the latter written and produced solely by D.O.D and climbing into the UK Top 20.

Meanwhile, Poppy Baskcomb is rapidly emerging as one of the most in-demand voices in electronic music. The 27-year-old singer-songwriter has become a go-to collaborator for global stars including Tiësto, Anyma, Meduza, Sub Focus, and Friction. Known for her emotive toplines and sharp songwriting, Baskcomb is in the midst of her biggest year yet, with solo material and major collaborations scheduled throughout the latter half of 2025 that will further establish her as a defining voice in the scene.

Beyond the studio, Sonny Fodera’s live schedule has defined summer 2025. He headlined the sold-out 20,000-capacity Silverworks Island in London in July — his biggest UK show to date — and went on to deliver standout sets at Longitude, Tomorrowland, Creamfields, and Emerge Festival, as well as a 18-week residency at Pacha, Ibiza. His European run also included landmark appearances at Berlin’s Ritter Butzke and Amsterdam’s Paradiso earlier this month, before heading straight into a string of headline Australian shows across Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. The momentum continues as he prepares to cap off the year with three arena takeovers in Glasgow, Cardiff and Manchester — with Cardiff and Manchester already sold out, with Sonny making history as the first-ever DJ to sell out the UK’s largest indoor venue, Co-Op Live. 2026 promises to be another landmark year with Sonny already confirmed as the Sunday headliner at Creamfields, in what will be an exclusive UK festival appearance.

With ‘Think About Us’, Fodera, D.O.D and Baskcomb deliver a record that captures the energy of the summer club season and promises to carry it through to the end-of-year celebrations.

Remixes by CYRIL, Sonny Fodera himself (VIP) & Franky Wah !!!

Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"] Sonny Fodera’s collaboration with D.O.D and Poppy Baskcomb, “Think About Us (Remixes),” is a masterclass in modern house production, blending euphoric energy with meticulous sound design. From the outset, the track showcases remarkable rhythm, groove, and drive, driven by expertly programmed percussive elements that maintain a strong 4/4 pulse, ensuring peak dancefloor impact. The basslines are tight yet dynamic, with a subtle sidechain compression allowing room for the vocals to breathe while keeping the low-end energy propelling forward. The melodic hooks and harmonic layers play a vital role in elevating the track. Poppy Baskcomb’s vocals are processed with precision, featuring controlled reverb tails and spatial delays that enhance the immersive quality without muddying the mix. Franky Wah’s remix version at 123 BPM leans into deeper, groovier territory with moody pads and pitched-down vocal chops, creating a hypnotic atmosphere. In contrast, Sonny Fodera’s own VIP remix at 132 BPM is an upfront festival-ready house smash, emphasizing bright synth stabs and high-energy build-ups that unleash euphoric drops. Transitions, drops, and build-ups are executed with remarkable fluidity. Automation of filters, reverb washes, and white noise risers contributes to dynamic energy flow and momentum, allowing DJs to blend the track seamlessly into a set. These transitions are crafted with both club and festival settings in mind, making the track highly compatible with cue points, loop potential, and BPM sync. From a production quality standpoint, “Think About Us (Remixes)” excels in sound design and spatial imaging. The stereo field is well-utilized, with lead elements occupying the center and supporting harmonics spread across the panorama. The tracks maintain a balanced dynamic range, achieving commercial loudness without sacrificing clarity, which is essential for both live performance and streaming platforms. The combination of punchy low-end, lush mids, and sparkling highs keeps the track sonically engaging across a variety of playback systems. Beyond its technical mastery, the track has a positive psychological and physiological impact. Studies have shown that electronic dance music, particularly in the 120–130 BPM range, can enhance mood, reduce stress, and improve cardiovascular endurance during fitness and wellness classes (Thayer et al., 2012; Karageorghis & Priest, 2015). The euphoric progressions and steady rhythmic flow stimulate the brain’s dopaminergic system, which is associated with feelings of reward and motivation. High-energy drops can trigger an emotional release, often referred to as “musical chills,” which has been linked to reduced cortisol levels and improved mental well-being (Salimpoor et al., 2011). Finally, the emotional resonance and crowd reaction potential are undeniable. Whether in a club, a festival, or a group workout setting, the track’s catchiness and replay value foster a sense of unity and collective euphoria. Its cohesion, storytelling, and artistic identity make it a shining example of contemporary house music that bridges mainstream appeal with underground credibility.#PureGold Love iT [/content]

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Suggested Bibliography:
Karageorghis, C. I., & Priest, D. L. (2015). Music in the exercise domain: A review and synthesis (Part I). International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 8(1), 44–61.
Salimpoor, V. N., Benovoy, M., Larcher, K., Dagher, A., & Zatorre, R. J. (2011). Anatomically distinct dopamine release during anticipation and experience of peak emotion to music. Nature Neuroscience, 14(2), 257–262.
Thayer, J. F., Åhs, F., Fredrikson, M., Sollers III, J. J., & Wager, T. D. (2012). A meta-analysis of heart rate variability and neuroimaging studies: Implications for heart rate variability as a marker of stress and health. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 36(2), 747–756.