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  • Dying 4 (Blue Bendy’s Joseph Nash) Announces Debut EP Perish Songs: Hear “Strafe”

    Meet Joseph Nash, a force in the music scene who navigates the choppy waters between art-rock melancholy and infectious UK dance energy. While he contributes his guitar prowess to the established London art-rock band Blue Bendy, Nash is simultaneously pioneering an entirely new sound under the banner of his project, Dying 4.

    Dying 4 is where Nash unleashes a collision of musical styles—a delightfully chaotic blend that marries woozy, art-damaged emo sensibilities with high-octane UK dance genres, specifically garage and heavy bassline. It’s a sonic adventure that pushes the boundaries of conventional songwriting, creating something intensely atmospheric and undeniably physical.

    This unique approach reflects Nash’s distinctive vision for sound, demonstrating an ability to fuse the introspective gloom of emo with the raw energy of dance music. His work in Dying 4 is not just a collection of songs; it’s an exploration of mood and movement, capturing the feeling of a late-night dance floor filtered through an art-school haze.

    Nash is currently putting the final touches on this experimental sound, preparing to release his debut EP, Perish Songs, which is slated to drop in just two months. Fans can anticipate a body of work that promises to be both emotionally resonant and rhythmically explosive.

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  • Peter Gabriel Is On A New Rap Song With IDK

    Peter Gabriel is more than just a musician; he is an art-rock overlord whose seismic influence has reverberated across countless musical genres over the decades. His sonic footprint has shaped how we listen and perceive rhythm.

    For years, Gabriel’s connection to contemporary music often operated in subtle, indirect ways. While his work set foundational standards for musical structure, his engagement with hip-hop was typically filtered through clever sampling—think the iconic use of the Sledgehammer sample on tracks like 3rd Bass‘ Pop Goes The Weasel. These nods demonstrated a fascinating, albeit peripheral, interaction between the classic sound and the burgeoning sounds of rap.

    But music rarely stays in its lane for long. Now, Gabriel is doing something truly exciting, bridging those sonic divides with a fresh collaboration that pushes boundaries. The legendary 76-year-old artist is teaming up with Maryland rapper IDK on a new track, and the role he plays is particularly engaging: Gabriel will be singing the hook.

    This project brings together two distinct worlds—the rich, layered complexity of art-rock and the rhythmic energy of modern rap—creating an unexpected synergy. It’s a powerful demonstration that musical history is not static; it is a living, breathing entity ready to adapt and connect with new voices.

    Credit: Stereogum