Artist: Vexare
Download: iTunes
I'm writing about Vexare today in honor of his recent 17th birthday. That's right, this young producer just turned only 17. Despite his young age, he already has a style that all his own, with the typical grittiness of dubstep but salient melodies and certain chaos that both perplexes and enchants.
The Clockmaker is especially a melodic gem, with a line so lyrical, yet it would confound any vocalist. The quiet opening of ambient crackles, bird chirps and piano chords draw you in before Vexare brings in the 3rd-beat kick and lays it on heavy. As the drop hits, the melody takes an unexpected jump up and never relents even through the filth. The syncopation in the percussion, as well as the bass shudders, make the chorus even more interesting, and the momentary pause for the clock ticks really brings the piece together, giving it that like extra bump. (In an earlier version, the clock ticks had not yet been incorporated, and the difference is profound.) In the second drop, Vexare varies the melody, letting it really sing out through the chaos. Yet, despite the chaotic sound, one can tell that thought and care was put into every note and beat, with expert mastering. The coda brings some light voice sounds backing and a slow minor descent as the piano chords get lower and lower. This track (and the whole EP) is a prime indicator of Vexare potential (and ability) as a producer, and is unforgettable.
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