Grandtheft has always been highly regarded for his versatility and creativity as a DJ and producer. With the release of his debut EP, Quit This City, the Toronto based producer takes that to new heights. In just 6 tracks, Grandtheft explores a multitude of genres and diverse sounds, often within the same song. The project opens with ‘All The Way Up,’ a collaborative effort with vocalist Lia Ices and production duo Brasstracks. The track blends cold vocals with smooth jazz influenced breaks and slammin drops. Next up, ‘So Wavey’ sees the producer connecting with Jesse Slayter for a computerized future bass tune that is just what the title ensues. The lead single ‘Hold On’ is a concoction of glithy synths, gripping vocal and a club inspired back bone. The most surprising cut off the EP is ‘Politics,’ a straight reggae jam with Kabaka Pyramid. As the project near it’s conclusion things begin to wind down. The title track is a cross between an 80’s ballad and a future trap hybrid that’s rich in emotion. It sounds ill fitting on paper but it’s seamless and touching. ‘Summer In The Winter’ wraps things up nicely with an indie electronic sound punctuated by snapping drums and mellowed with hazy vocals. Considering the wide array of sounds explored ‘Quit This City’ is surprisingly cohesive. It’s not what you expect from Grandtheft, but that’s what makes it so impressive. Stream below and grab the project on iTunes.
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