The ‘Air Mass’ EP is set for release on September 22 on Kasztan’s Stemina Recordings imprint.
Over the last couple of years, Pierre-Marie found himself back in France from LA and exploring a more techno-oriented production profile in Kasztan, where he champions distinct cinematic qualities whilst staying true to his post-rock roots. Under this progressive new moniker, Kasztan delivered his debut EP “Rare Earth Elements” to high acclaim back in September 2021, directly followed by his 2022-released “Celeste” and “Unbleach” EPs.
As a natural progression into his sound and his career, the French native launched his own label Stemina Recordings shortly after, fostering collaborations with like-minded artists and providing them with a distinctly progressive platform to share their musical endeavors.
Standing as one of electronic music’s most impressive and forward-thinking newcomers, Kasztan has now dropped ‘Water Soldier’ ahead of the release of his ‘Air Mass’ EP. Set for release on September 22, Kasztan’s forthcoming ‘Air Mass’ EP is a masterclass in genre cross-pollination and serves as another refined example of his unrelenting artistry and technical studio knowledge. Marking his first original extended player for his own Stemina Recordings, the offering follows singles ‘Working Together’ and ‘Mzella,’ as well as collaborative releases with Felower and HAELIUM.
“I had just declared that my EP was completed and I began fiddling in Ableton with a modular glitch sound. It immediately inspired me to create a track that would be less grandiose and more urban than what I typically make. I was then introduced to neo-soul singer Dahlie through my manager, who co-runs Stemina Recordings with me. The song was wrapped in less than a week, and it was an amazing match, so much so that it became one of the EP’s main tracks,” Kasztan said about his latest release and his forthcoming EP.
Undoubtedly one of the stand-out cuts on the EP, ‘Water Soldier’ is a genre-bending fusion of bass, garage and experimental electronica, wrapped in a warming pop format. Welcoming esteemed vocalist Dahlie, Kasztan’s latest sonic gem nods to influences of neo-soul, providing an emotive edge to this simultaneously accessible and thought-provoking production.
Kasztan – Water Soldier is out now via Stemina Recordings
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