For many years now, Grandtheft has always been a strong and forward-thinking soul within the trap and overall music scene. Always experimenting, evolving, and delivering only the highest quality of art to date. Inspiring many up-and-coming artists around the world. Following in his legendary footsteps to create their own unique styles. Pushing the industry to brand new heights every year. And the fact he’s been working long and hard to complete this new album makes you even more excited to hear it in its entirety. Witnessing history. And it’s safe to say he’s created one of the most suave-sounding albums of 2021. You definitely don’t want to sleep on this.

Wild Ways is a complete roller coaster of groove and attitude. Highlighting Grandtheft’s old-school touch as well as showcasing brand new abilities. From beginning to end, it’s a blast of energy through each track’s intoxicating environments. But he wasn’t alone during this process. Joining him on this wild ride are heavy hitters Jazz Cartier, FH Snoop, Flosstradamus, and many more! Each being placed in their own sonic environments where they completely shine. Comforting and easily adaptable arrangements to bring out the best within them. Helping to drive the album down a road of success. It’s a pure masterpiece to say the least. No matter what song you choose, you’re bound to have a fun and memorable experience. So make sure to go show your support by streaming Wild Ways everywhere via Fools Gold!

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Stream High Klassified & TroyBoi’s ‘Dojo’ below and look out for his upcoming EP Law Of Automata: Valid dropping March 26th.

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Today, Herzeloyde demonstrates this proficiency of diving into new genres with his house-inclined Paroxysm EP, which is out on Fool’s Gold. In the four track endeavour, the Aussie artist shows fans two very different sides of the current, and undoubtedly future state of house music. While ‘552’ and ‘Narrative’ are groovy ballads meant for listening by the pool on a hot summer day, ‘Paroxysm’ and ‘Dream Type’ have the energy to keep you dancing in the club until sunrise. Aside from this stark contrast between the two pairs of tracks, one commonality throughout the project is its flawless production and undeniable ingenuity.

We had the opportunity to catch up with Herzeloyde to talk everything from his creative process, to producing different genres, to the Paroxysm EP and more. Check out the full project and interview below!

How have you been lately? What motivates you to keep creating on a daily basis?

I’ve been doing well, thank you for asking! It ebbs and flows with my mood and is definitely something that can be just as shifting as whatever it is I’m working on.

I would argue on a level that we as humans are never NOT creating.

When you’re not creating, what do you like to do outside of music? How do you use these other hobbies/interests to drive your creativity?

I would argue on a level that we as humans are never NOT creating. However, I do enjoy learning about life and about people. This happens both intentionally and unintentionally, whether it be through actively researching online or from going outside and experiencing things. Everything then inevitably transmutes into inspiration to drive my artistic expression.

You’re no stranger to making all kinds of different electronic music. Is there a genre you prefer to make over another? How do you decide what type of track you’ll make on any given day?

That depends on my current state of mind – it’s changed a lot over the years. Sometimes I’ve been in periods of pure spontaneous creation where there isn’t a clearly defined decision behind what I’m making, rather something naturally occurring. Other times have been more of a carefully planned approach to a particular style that I want to develop and grow. In terms of what draws me to a certain genre in the first place, I would say it’s usually a fundamental enjoyment and appreciation. If I’m digging a certain style, then I’ll usually follow up by attempting to improve on it or push it more in alignment with my own taste.

What advice would you give to up-and-coming producers about limiting themselves to a certain genre or sound?

Generally, I think limiting yourself can act as a positive tool in creation as it lessens the options available which can feel overwhelming. The concept of limiting genres, however, isn’t something I would advocate. I love the diversity of genres that exist and are ever-growing, and I always appreciate it when an artist shows me more than one side to their music.

Let’s talk about the Paroxysm EP. It is a truly remarkable body of work that is somewhat different from what most would expect from a Herzeloyde project. What inspired you to go in this direction with this project?

Thank you, I’m glad you liked the EP! House music has always been a personal favourite of mine and I particularly enjoy hearing when it’s innovated, expanded upon or pushed beyond the expected. That mindset of innovation was definitely the idea behind producing these tracks – essentially, I wanted to continue to explore the style whilst applying the latest variations of my taste to the songs.

I feel the ‘four on the floor’ groove has a real longevity to it and something that may never fade away if we keep pushing it to the fringes of what it can communicate.

From my perspective, there is an endless amount of stuff that could be brought into the mix to push it out of the familiar.

House music may be one of the most difficult genres to innovate in simply due to its widespread popularity across the globe. What did you do to ensure the entire EP sounded fresh and unique?

I never necessarily thought it was difficult to innovate and didn’t realise that outlook was held to the genre. From my perspective, there is an endless amount of stuff that could be brought into the mix to push it out of the familiar and it’s just a matter of doing exactly that. I can’t really change the beat structure heaps otherwise it’s not going to be something we can call house anymore. So that tells me that I need to dive into the music side of it and apply the changes and alterations there.

‘Paroxysm’ and ‘Dream Type’ are grittier bass house tunes, while ‘552’ and ‘Narrative’ are more feel-good, groovy house tracks. Why the stark separation in tone between the two pairs of tracks?

Exactly right. That distinction is an example of how I’ve begun to segregate the blanket genre in this EP alone. This is me and how I work. I enjoy a whole range of various sounds, whether it’s all the music genres in the world or all the sub-genres of one specific area. I could list all the different types of house I enjoy and then continue to list the types that I feel I haven’t heard before. If you’re exploring a sub-genre that you feel is under-explored within the domain, then I’d say you’re treading the waters of innovation.

Is this house direction something fans can expect more of from you?

I’d never want to become stale or lost in a single sub-genre and the idea of being predictable is one that brings me great horror. That’s not saying I’ll never make something again that can be called house music. Although, when I do touch the area again, I’ll be trying to bring something new to the table and freshen the “house” label in the context of my sound and the overall spectrum.

What else are you excited about in 2019?

Working on some of the most experimental music of my career and exploring new and interesting ways to translate the fruits of my endeavours to audiences around the globe.

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Today, the final two tracks from Shanghai Nights see the light of day. Kicking the project off is ‘Money To The Sky’, a quintessential Juelz banger. An orchestral introduction gradually builds the track to a climax, before the talented beat maker switches the vibe into an atypical trap slapper highlighted by catchy vocal chops and piercing synths. As he did with ‘Closure’, Juelz transforms the second half of the track into a euphoric future bass ballad, contrasting the initial portion of the song in a seamless fashion. The EP’s title track rounds out the versatile project and sees Juelz tapping DiRTY RADiO vocals to once again flex his dominance as a multi-talented producer, shining a light on the R&B-like vocals without undermining his own pristine musical abilities.

Shanghai Nights is a well-rounded project sure to contain a favourite for a wide array of music fans. Don’t miss it below.

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Along with the release comes a wild animated visual. Check out both below and be sure to grab the track via Fools Gold.

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Adding to the excitement, The Goldies have lined up some heavyweight judges including Craze, Destructo, Diplo, Mannie Fresh, Just Blaze, Mija and The Whooligan. Capping it off they also have Dave East playing host. The winning DJ will earn a set at Fools Gold Day Off and the winning producer will get to drop a track on the label.

Full details on the contest rules can be found at the Goldie Awards website. You can also check out the video below for more info. The event will be open to the public so you can cop tickets here. Huge shoutout to A-Trak and everyone involved (Fools Gold, THUMP, Noisey, tmwrk) in putting this together. This is truly an event for the culture.

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Within that he has fostered a sound that is uniquely his own- an accomplishment for any producer, let alone one that contributes to a style that adheres so closely to fairly strict genre rules. In addition to the skittering snares and fat 808 kicks one would expect, HK blends in deep atmospheric sounds, warm textures, and interesting melodies played out in creative ways (for example – creating melodic lines with hi-hat rhythms by pitching them up and down). His first EP Palindroma, released in 2014, was reviewed by Vice and said to “…sound like anime looks.” – an observation so on point, I am mad at myself for not having thought of it first. Described by some as ‘cloud trap’, HK’s style has a chill, laid back vibe. Softly-swelling synth lines washed heavily in atmospheric reverb drone on while hard hitting rhythms push forward like a trap-style beat should.

Currently signed to fellow Montreal-native A-Trak’s Fools Gold Records, HK continues to produce for various MCs and has also contributed to Low Pros, an all-star collaboration project led by A-Track and Lex Luger. Just having released his second EP Kronostasis, High Klassified is ascending the ranks of producer-stardom and is certainly a part of the conversation when speaking about other successful Montreal-based producers such as Tommy Kruise, Lunice and Kaytranada.

Read HK’s interview with Noisey about his latest EP HERE.

Watch HK’s Montreal Boiler Room Set below, and check out the rest of the show with sets from Kaytranada & Tommy Kruise, among others.

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Ohmygosh! The only time I would say something so ridiculous is when I’m referring to a dope ass Low Pros track. A-Trak and Lex Luger come together to make the beat crafting duo, Low Pros and today they dropped “EP1”. The duo (signed to Fools Gold) let the wraps off of their collaborative project earlier today and the 7 track EP is pretty awesome! We kept you up to date on the singles as they dropped (see: Muscle, 100 Bottles, Jack the Tripper) and they all banged. This whole EP is nuts. The beats and features are really dope. They bring Travi$ Scott, Juvenille, Young Thug, A$AP Ferg, High Klassified and more to the project. Stream it or download the EP for free down below! We FUXWITHIT.

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