Last Chance At Life is a gorgeous tale about escape and rebirth. Completely taking over your minds with hope and care. It’s a colorful garden filled with some of the most beautiful flora you’ve ever witnessed. But HOUNDTRACK isn’t taking off alone. Accompanying him along his life changing mission are legends B-Dos, capshun and Blueout. All masters of melody and production overall. Such marvelous choices. The album is filled with jaw dropping elements and atmospheres. Each telling their own chapter along their journey to save mankind from extinction. The way HOUNDTRACK conducted each element to play a role in his tale was purely impressive. Taking care of each part as if they were individual songs. Leaving tears stream down your face. Making the listener become purely addicted and one with the vision. From beginning to end, it truly does immerse you into a world filled with new possibilities and wonder. Discovering something you thought you lost inside yourself as a human being.

It’s safe to say this whole album will push electronic music into a brighter and memorable light. It’s a life changing experience which has already saved our world. Creating a memories you’ll hold onto for a lifetime. Definitely go support this body of work by streaming Last Chance At Life everywhere.

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“This is chapter 8 of the 10 chapter project I’ve been releasing as part of my concept album, which will be out in full in July. In ‘Illuminate’ the team is exploring a cave on the new planet. They hear a robotic greeting calling out to them in the cave (which you’ll hear at various points in the song, like at 0:50). Following the voice, they come upon a glowing pool, which of course they decide to dive into. ‘Illuminate’ is the soundtrack to their underwater exploration. Keen ears will notice the sound of the crew’s scuba gear and the bubbling pool at the beginning of the track.” – Houndtrack

‘Illuminate’ showcases the producers’ keen abilities for world-building. More than just a fun-filled track, it’s an immersive experience. Every element is carefully crafted, from the sounds of the deep underwater breathing to the haunting but alluring vocals, robotic “hi’s,” and lush soundscapes. The builds conjure feelings of uncertainty and anxiety while the drops deliver a divine sense of elation. It’s a majestic underwater dreamworld with immense wonders flooding the senses at every turn. Dive in… the water is warm. And be sure to grab the free download.

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In the 5 years at sea reporting, Urbina developed an audio library. A diverse selection of textured and rhythmic sounds like machine-gun fire and chanting captive deckhands on the South China Sea. Then musicians from around the world take those samples and create a piece of their own. Raising awareness about the serious need to protect this offshore realm and the millions who work out there. While also trying to capture the emotions from the sea itself. It’s a unique and heartfelt experience for both the listener and the musicians creating their works of art.

This is what the artist had to say in regards to creating this EP and what it meant to him.

Until being exposed to The Outlaw Ocean, I had never heard of anything like this. Most people I spoke with hadn’t either. This book and Ian’s reporting opened my eyes to a portion of humanity mostly ignored by the Western world and showed me a way of life so brutal and different from my own. It’s a powerful body of work that’s capable of inspiring people to enact change, big or small.

Like a journalist, an artist also has the ability to shine a light on issues that would otherwise go ignored by bringing stories to life. With this project, I felt compelled to portray the toil and suffering of enslaved crewmates — a sense of forlorn aggression, an urgent but lonely chaos found in few other circumstances. I had a specific story and crewmate in mind for each song I crafted and with it, a distinct set of emotions. Eril Andrade’s story was one that impacted me deeply. A man who needed work like anyone else, but with far fewer opportunities, his life was lost the moment he stepped foot on a fishing boat. As a small tribute to his memory, I dedicated my track, “Voiceless,” to him and his plight. I hope that I, along with the other artists on this music project, can create an awareness for the sake of workers like Eril.
-HOUNDTRACK

The Ghostly Lives EP is heart wrenching as well as gorgeous and lush. Each song holds something dear and lovable. Creating feelings you will never forget. The first track he opens up with is ‘Voiceless.’ Dedicated to Eril Andrade, this piece honors his spirit in many ways. From the textured introduction, to the glitchy and spaced out chorus. You can hear and feel the emotions running through HOUNDTRACK’s mind when creating this one. The active percussion keeps it flowing. Transporting the listener into the sea, exploring its beauty and terrors.

Next up is ‘Ghostly Lives.’ Being the namesake for the project, HOUNDTRACK wastes no time in giving it his all. The soft future bass chords mixed with the incredible sea life sounds grasps the listener’s attention and soul. Creating a purpose to keep fighting and never giving up. The impressive arrangement and sense of awe takes your breath away.

Finally, he takes a bow with ‘Lang’s Escape.’ A faster paced piece. With glitch filled percussion to keep the listener’s attention and time. Exploring new realms within the depths of the ocean floor. While taming a spaced out environment. Every second contains a special sound surprise. Waiting to be heard and noticed. Creating a heavy soundscape vibe. Then leaving us off with an airy and majestic piano solo. A gorgeous way to end this journey.

No words can describe how deep and meaningful this project is. Honoring those workers and overall sea life through sound and rhythm makes this EP one of the most memorable in recent time. If you have a couple of minutes to spare, we highly suggest listening to his interpretation of The Outlaw Ocean.

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‘Remnants’ is a piece that combines trap, future bass and lo-fi in a unique manner, offering listeners a trip through the clouds with its moving effects, serene textures and glitchy melodies. From the gradual build adding spine-tickling layers as it progresses, to the more experimental drop sections that are equally as enthralling as the introduction, ‘Remnants’ is a well-rounded piece that is bright and colourful. Don’t miss it below.

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I know these lyrics hail from the gloomy techno realm, but this doesn’t prevent them to perfectly describe the adventure I just had while listening to this brand new HOUNDTRACK EP. Released via Neotic, Nostalgialways opens with the promise to bring you to a trip down through the artist’s memory lane and his post college struggles, but instead it quickly becomes an excuse to get lost in a dreamy journey inside our inner selves. The incredible smoothness of the beats give the impression of lifting you from the ground and making you float in a sweet stream of consciousness, where happy youthful memories flow next to instants of vaporous nostalgia and rising hopes. While the lo-fi pace of the three songs is highly hypnotic, there’s still room for a variety of virtuosity and expedients that never fail to make you shiver and keep the compositions fresh and dynamic.

Stream Nostalgialways below and get ready for the chills!

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