The melting pot of influences on the new Dan North & Black Square Recordings song I’m Not Alone captures a wide range of somber, intense vibes with its epic cinematic production. The diversity in the substance of the music of the dark Hard Techno producer serves not only a decorative purpose, but also ultimately changes the dynamics of the mix in their entirety, making its progressive elements shine in their whole glory.
After entering the scene in 2020, Dan North established himself as a pioneering producer in dark Hard Techno music. Which is not a surprise, considering his bold approach to introducing innovative sounds that are at the fringes of Industrial and Acid, with some unique idiosyncrasies that are hard to affiliate with neither of the two genres. On I’m Not Alone, part of his new Dancing On The Ashes EP, Dan North mostly plays with the industrial influences. The song doesn’t focus much on the melody, using the series of distinct drum and percussive patterns along with atmospheres and ambience sounds to create its ominous, yet somehow groovy, animated and impactful vibe.
The huge reverb tails and the delays on the drums in the new Dan North & Black Square Recordings song, paired with atmospheric, almost drone-like pads, make the track sound like a live recording of a rave inside a working factory that manufactures some heavy military equipment. The rather dimmed and distorted textures of those get emphasized when the heavy rumbling bass joins the instrumental, making I’m Not Alone sound spacious, while maintaining the gloomy aura of the song. This combination of atmosphere and insanely catchy rhythms make Dan North’s song a versatile banger that is enjoyable in any setting, from a morning run to a late night rave.
