• Appealing and minimal structure
• Affable and charming hook
• Upraising theme in the lyrics
Sure, House music has started its basis from stripped and looping instrumentals, giving minimalism in music a run for its money. It’s not all about creating soaring anthems, but composition which can operate on barest and yet fascinate listeners. We have such a release from Netherland’s apex DJ/Producer Don Diablo. Pairing with talented vocalist Zak Abel, he has tried to capture the summer spirit with his endearing creative insignia.
Known for revolutionizing the scene with his modernistic twist in the last years, Don Diablo hasn’t backed away from being generative. With his reputed imprint continuing to host various talents in the roster, he has built his brand impeccably over contemporary sketches of futurism. Having taken the independent route and leaning to a radio-friendly discography lately, he hasn’t disregarded his roots from the electronic music spectrum.
Being slightly honest here, we haven’t kept so track of his recent works, even though we won’t deny from enjoying them now and then. The instrumental so in talks has a reminiscent touch of one of his earlier creation. After a little thought, we did remember. “Silence”, unveiled almost four years ago, held a very similar if not engaging experience for us. Commencing with a silenced background droning synth, “Bad” features uplifting vocals leading the breakdown segment. Swiftly swelling over to the hook, a gentle bassline assists the now unfiltered pattern of synthesized riff. A first listen may discourage the listener perhaps, however it somehow manages to get stuck!
As we pointed out in the title, we don’t feel bad about the subminimal demeanour of “Bad”, but rather appreciate the details and design that makes it possible.
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