So now, it was only right to recruit some well-known musicians to take a shot at remixing this timeless record! Artists such as Phantoms, Robotaki and even Late June were ecstatic when given the opportunity. Filled with new renditions and atmospheres, it’s safe to say they honored the original to the highest degree. As well as themselves.

It was an honour to find out about this opportunity. I’ve always really enjoyed Ark Patrol’s music, and this track provided me an exciting chance to dabble with a few new tricks and styles I’ve been exploring in the studio.  Playing with a dynamic time signature change in a track has been something I’ve usually tip-toed around, but when hearing this original and getting into the groove, it just felt right!  Was a super fun time working on it and hope everyone enjoys it, chills out to it, and gets hooked on those beautiful vocals” – Robotaki

The ‘Let Go’ remix package is a wondrous embodiment of uniqueness and forward-thinking sounds. Every artist really gave it their all and took care of the original’s spirit and drive with deep care and compassion. You’ll find nothing but special and aura soothing characteristics within each remix. Phantoms with their groovy house vibe, Robotaki with his natural instrumentation, and Late June incorporating a brand new chill atmosphere really gave the original a new limelight to soak and bask in. No matter what one you check out, you’ll be bound to become addicted to their touches of gold through each second. From beginning to end, you’ll have this whimsical package on repeat for a long time to come. Bravo to every one a part of the project! Make sure to go support them all by streaming the ‘Let Go’ remix package everywhere via Heroic!

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you have to temporarily suspend what you learned in the past and leave room to experiment

You have a very interesting and unique sound that isn’t really heard anywhere else. What goes into your thought process when making music?

My thought process is heavily inspiration-driven and sporadic – it honestly isn’t much of a process at the heart of it, and I kind of prefer it that way.  When I start to hear too many recycled elements between my tracks, I always feel like I’ve been lazy and haven’t pushed my personal boundaries enough. Similarly, I’ve found that days where I go into a session thinking “I want to make this today because this artist made this,” I usually eventually hit a wall and can’t push the idea any further. There’s a sweet spot between creativity and productivity where you have to temporarily suspend what you learned in the past and leave room to experiment.

The recent single, ‘Butterscotch,’ was just released and it has a much different feel than ‘Limbo.’  What influences you and have those influences changed as you have evolved as an artist?

My influences are completely all over the place, but I tend to get drawn towards nostalgic things like old video games, music I grew up with, memories from my youth, Harry Potter. How that might impact my musical choices is up in the air, but I like to think that in some way or another this theme might come out in my music. I’m a very sentimental person, sometimes to a fault. Some artists I listen to all the time are Royksopp, Gorillaz, J Dilla, The Chemical Brothers, Phoenix, Jai Paul, etc.  I guess my influences haven’t necessarily changed but I think as I’ve evolved as an artist, my confidence and ability to bring them into my own tracks has improved.

Your new EP, Science, is coming out soon. What can fans expect from the new EP?

I would love fans and new listeners alike to approach the EP with the understanding that this was not meant to be a collection of tracks constructed for DJ sets. I’m hoping that when someone listens to this EP, that at least one of the tracks resonates with the way that person might be feeling that day or month. Musically, my only hope is that the sound is unmistakably mine but shows exploration to different ends of my production.

…the only way I could mentally deal with these kinds of events was to make music

Based on the singles and your past music, each song seems to have a deeply personal meaning. With Science being your second EP, what does it mean to you?

This new EP is a big personal step for me for many reasons. I haven’t released a body of work like this since 2012 with the Raton Laveur EP. The tracks in this EP also were made over the course of almost 2 years during drastically different times of my life. When I was working on the first track, I didn’t even have the concept of an EP in my mind yet, I was still in graduate school doing genetics, was in a relationship, living in a different city. Since then, my life went through a lot of change: I made the decision to pursue music over academia after having studied sciences for basically all my life, I went through a tough long distance relationship after feeling in love, I moved from Montreal to Toronto. I’m quite an anxious person (seriously, I pace a LOT) so the only way I could mentally deal with these kinds of events was to make music. This EP, therefore, is essentially a cathartic release for me.

Besides the obvious reasons, the EP name Science came from how I always found it funny how the concept of science captures a lot about the way I used to view life philosophically.  Similar to the way scientists try to explain the universe by recognizing and predicting patterns in nature, many people, including myself, tend to explain why certain things happen in life and plan 20 steps down the road because this can feel safe. We’re taught all our lives to prepare our CVs, get that job, get that promotion. The problem is when things happen without reason and not according to plan, all you’re left with is a lack of an explanation which can be quite frustrating. When I stepped away from my studies, I realized how chaotic and unpredictable life is and how trying to explain everything might not be the best way. This is why I named the EP, Science.

I understand there’s also a remix pack in the works. How do you go about selecting artists to rework your music? Have any remixes completely surprised you? 

There is! I selected the artists to take part in this remix pack simply because I loved their music. All of the remixes I’ve heard so far have blown me away with their creativity and I’m super excited for everyone to hear them. It’s a real privilege to have such talented minds putting their spins on my tracks.

Besides the new EP, what else should fans be on the lookout for?

Without giving away too much since I have some surprises being worked on heavily at the moment, fans should be ready for a lot more music, new sounds, and many more shows this year. The stuff I’ve been working on lately feels like a big upgrade and has me really excited for the coming year!

It’s no secret that you love Harry Potter. If you went to Hogwarts what house would you be in and why?

If I went to Hogwarts (…which I do), I’d want to be in Ravenclaw because the students getting sorted to that house always seemed to be the intellectually and creatively motivated ones, usually at the sacrifice of social expectations. I find that this kind of passionate eccentricity is awesome! Also, hands down Luna Lovegood is the best. She’s out there somewhere IRL. Please call me. Send me an owl. Thanks.

What’s one thing from the Harry Potter you wish was real?

I probably wish the whole Harry Potter universe was real, but if there was one thing I could take out of it and claim, it’d be one of those Firebolt brooms. Can you imagine how easy it would be to get around on one of those?

come say hi and chat if you see me at a show or anything really. I’m just a muggle like everyone else.

Any final words for your fans?

I just want to say thank you so much for being the best fans ever and always supporting my music.  So much has happened in the last two years and I owe it all to you guys for being able to do what I love.  I can’t imagine asking for anything more than that. I really hope that you enjoy the EP and all the music that’s to come out!  Please never hesitate to come say hi and chat if you see me at a show or anything really. I’m just a muggle like everyone else.

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What is so thrilling about ‘Limbo’ is the complexity and simplicity that intertwine throughout the track. Each new drum hit and synth in the song has its place, never overshadowing the other and flowing together. This flow is ever-present throughout the song because it never once feels one note. The song adds and drops sounds flawlessly and when it switches at the end from the light and airy chorus to the heavier and deeper bass, it doesn’t feel forced, but like a continuation of the story.

While SHOR’s voice is beautiful throughout the song, the main star of this track is Robotaki’s flawless production. His talent and skill with not only conventional instruments, but intimate knowledge of production truly shine on this song and never once leaves the listener in ‘Limbo’. If this is just a taste of what Science will sound like, we are in for a treat.

Word by Elise Smith.

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