The latest track from Next To Blue, "Ventricle" has this fascinating paradox, where cold, shimmering synths are paired with the comforting charm of emotive vocal samples.

The LA-based producer Next To Blue is known for being able to dive into a variety of different realms of electronica tastefully. This time, he has blended IDM with breakbeat and house music to offer an experience that's progressive, dreamy, and quite driving. Towards the first half, atmospheric synths gently hang over the gripping rhythm section, while the vocals loop "break my hea(rt)". It's really when the glistening synths spring into the mix that the track truly opens up, adding a radiant lift that feels quite euphoric.

posted by Lu
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