Epic is a term that is grossly overused and undervalued but every so often a track comes out that is truly deserving of the descriptor. Hudson Mohawke’s ‘Chimes’ is one of these works. The combination of entrancing synths, massive brass and bouncing bass make it absolutely monstrous. It’s the type of record that most producers wouldn’t dare touch, but Alexander Lewis and Y2K aren’t most producers.
For those unfamiliar, Lewis is hot off his highly acclaimed trombone flip of Carmack’s classic ‘Pay (For What)’. Prior to that he was slaughtering SoundCloud with releases like ‘Dangerous’ and ‘So Nice’. Y2K has been killing it in a similar fashion: see ‘A Milli’ & ‘On & On’. All this brings us to their interpretation of ‘Chimes’. The iconic synths pulls you in while the drops are highlighted with Alexander Lewis’ powerful trombone work. The flip features more movement than the original and somehow manages to feel even more cinematic. It sounds like something that should be blasted through a temple of floor to ceiling marble to celebrate a glorious victory. If that’s not in the cards, a good pair of headphones or speakers will do. Stream ‘Chimes’ below and grab that free download.
