by BLOODY
As always, we at FUXWITHIT have our ears wide open and are ready to pick up and receive the most interesting sounds out in the universe. The broadcast that has piqued my interest the most this month goes by the code name BLOODY. I don’t use this word randomly because this one is, in fact, a completely anonymous project. The only information known and confirmed at the moment is that he gravitates in the LA orbit and he eclipses his face behind an outré, red mask. What can be deduced however, is that it’s a side / new project by someone with plenty of previous experience in the scene. Since its debut release (‘ISTANTE’, published in 2023), BLOODY has been churning out extremely clean, perfectly crafted songs. This technical quality immediately established itself as the common denominator of his entire catalogue, which otherwise jiggles effortlessly between dubstep, 4/4 cuts, and indie pop (passing through some weird stuff in the middle). His latest output set quite the example. The two singles, ‘FADE’ and ‘PRETTY,’ are from two whole different planets. The former is a brutal heavy bass tune that craves for mosh pits, while the second one is a lovely minute-and-a-half alt-pop ballad. Does it make sense? Hardly. However, I appreciate the bold approach BLOODY is putting on the line, and without doubt, he has successfully made me curious for his next moves.
-AA
Modula
There isn’t much known about Modula. With a few hundred followers on SoundCloud, a handful of followers on Spotify, and no artist bio or country of residence listed, there isn’t a lot we can tell you about the artist, outside of the music. The producer just landed on my radar thanks to our friends at Don’t Die At Work, as his latest single ‘Pulse’ arrived on their label on Friday. The track was impressive enough to prompt a deep dive into his catalog, and it did not disappoint. Moving between DnB, 140, UKG, and beyond, the producer is building his own signature style. ‘Pulse’ offers the perfect introduction into his sound, fusing emotive vocal chops, dark soundscapes, brutish bass, and an energetic percussive approach. ‘XME’ blends jazzy overtones with pulse-raising UKG groove that’s assured to have your feet moving. If you’re looking for something absolutely filthy, peep his flip of FLOWDAN’s ‘Horror Show Style‘ and watch the grimey bass seep through your speakers. Give his music a spin, and give him a follow; he deserves it.
-CV
Stave
If you’re looking for some groovy UKG to blast for the rest of the summer, look no further than Stave. The Bradford-based producer landed on my radar a few months back with his incredibly infectious bop ‘Duela,’ and I’ve been keeping a close eye on the artist ever since. ‘Duela’ has amassed over 350k plays on Spotify at the time of writing, attesting to its undeniable appeal. The track isn’t overly complex, but the catchy samples, rhythmic percussion, and groovy basses make it a perfect UKG hit. Since that release, Stave has shown that the virality of ‘Duela’ wasn’t a fluke, with a new album released in June and a handful of singles adding to his impressive discography. With artists such as Sammy Virji and Interplanetary Criminal absolutely popping off right now, it’s only a matter of time until Stave becomes a popular name in that space. Don’t sleep.
-SC
Buttxrfly
Buttxrfly‘s cinematic and widespread presence within his tracks is truly breathtaking, to say the least. Creating obscure and magnificent atmospheres are his specialty, taking his listeners into a futuristic realm full of much to explore. From poetic melodies, hard-hitting drums, and bass lines, you’ll be whisked away into the addictive stasis of sound. His track, ‘V3ins of Glass’ transports you to a dark and hypnotic dance floor deep within the underground full of souls waiting to pass on. With an incredible vocal to compliment his composition. Purely haunting, tasteful, and magnificent. But his most recent tune really makes you feel lifted into the stratosphere. ‘Sever’ is a pure fever dream you’ll never want to wake up from. The impactful drum creations knocking throughout your mind while those vocals take center stage completely adds another layer of harmony. The artist has proven time and time again he can truly harness such a brilliant power and translate it through rich and jaw-dropping presentations such as these. We’re stoked to hear what’s next!
TRiP B
“We love that low end” is the tagline of Minnesota-based TRiP B. After getting the chance to catch his set live at Sound Haven last weekend, I can say with confidence that it isn’t a lie. I’m a sucker for artists who utilize empty space in their tracks, a talent which TRiP B has mastered. His set was a jaw-dropping blend of sharp stabs and deep kicks punctuated by grimy vocals and the occasional R&B throwback from the 90s/00s. This man had me hollering at 4:00 in the morning like I had just hit a crack pipe, I couldn’t get enough. I’m not sure what to call this sort-of minimalist approach to dubstep, but when tracks with so much empty space are mixed together, they erupt into something that just tickles my brain in a way that most dubstep doesn’t. Individual tracks on SoundCloud really don’t do the sound justice. Whatever you’re cooking up there in Minnesota, keep it comin’ my guy. I can’t wait to stand in front of the subwoofers for you again.
-BG
Written by Alessio, Braden, Colin, John, and Steph
