Chucking me out of my musical comfort zone and into a thumping, bassy, and IDM masterclass, ‘Chrysalis’ is the brand new offering from Albuquerque-based producer Dream Thief. Joining them on the tune is the seriously talented Mars Atlas (lyrics and vocals) and veteran bass producer SNOWFYRE. Having originally met through hearing one another’s music and having a shared vision, Dream Thief says that the collaboration “evolved into something more than we ever expected”.
A deeply absorbing fusion of dark and alternative stylings accompanied by haunting synths leads, ‘Chrysalis’ builds itself up at the perfect pace. Mars Atlas’ vocal performance is all-encompassing, showcasing ridiculous range and dexterity, and the track’s climatic moments honestly leave you breathless. It’s an intensely cinematic experience to be candid with you.
Diving into themes of personal improvement and self-realisation, Dream Thief’s latest release urges listeners to welcome change and growth and transform into the best version of themselves. It’s an important message in today’s fast-paced society, where the big picture is so often lost in the weeds.
Influenced by the likes of What So Not, Flume, and Grimes, Dream Thief leans into that deep and heavy production style, seeking meaningful and powerful connections between emotions and sound. We’ll always be up for that!
Serious tune alert! Enjoy ‘Chrysalis’ on Spotify now:
