PREMIERE: Jiqui Mixes Melody & Malice With Magnificent ‘Close To U’

by Alex Bell February 26, 2021

When it comes to the current immensely saturated dubstep scene, it can become far too easy to blend into the background due to an already staggering range of sounds and styles permeating the culture. However, there are several swiftly rising audio tastemakers that are boldly straying from the fold. One such harmonic hero that boldly strays from the fold is Canada’s Jordan Komarniski, also known by his Jiqui production alias. Utilizing an overtly gritty, yet sensationally clean production style that boils the brain like an egg on a Texas sidewalk in the summer, he’s curated a sound that’s garnered immense amounts of attention as of late. Last year, fans were blessed with his borderline maniacal flip of ‘Boss‘, which seemed to be rinsed by everyone and their mom. He also blessed the world with his first release on Never Say Die Black Label with his Shadow Dance EP, which was met with critical acclaim from the far corners of the community. Now, he’s back with his 2nd EP release through Black Label with his Alchemist EP, and we’re happy to say we’ve had the great opportunity of premiering ‘Close To U’ from it for your listening pleasure right here on FUXWITHIT.

This tune is one of my favorites I’ve written, I wanted something to contrast the other darker tracks on the EP. I personally love contrasting melodic intros with heavier drops, and while I don’t feel like writing melodic oriented music is my strong suit, I’m really happy with how this track and some of my newer stuff has been coming out. I’m constantly trying to evolve my sound and progress forward as an artist and this whole EP is me trying to embody that. I have a big mix of experimental and heavy music on the way that I’m super stoked about. – Jiqui

Opening up with tranquil, soothing vocals that make stress drift off your body like steam in a sauna, you’re left in a state of blissful serenity, completely unaware of the carnage that’s about to commence. Quickly coming out of your lulled stupor, you’re greeted with an accelerating build before the jet engines ignite and you’re jettisoned straight to the moon. All gas no brakes, ‘Close To U’ is primed off of only the finest diesel, with the first drop demolishing all semblance of human life in the vicinity. Wheeling-and-dealing so much grime you’ll need an hour-long shower to scrub off the filth, Jiqui really decided to play no games and take no prisoners. The latter drop is even more brutal, sounding reminiscent of a futuristic cybernetic landscape ravaged by the AI technological advancements that have enslaved the populous. All hope is lost, machines are king, the only solid truth for humanity is pain and desolation. Is Jiqui working with the mechanized menace? Only one way to find out. Stream ‘Close To U’ for yourself below!