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VNCCII Delivers Masterful Tune ‘Hyper Drive’

Published

9 months ago

July 26, 2024

Australian multidisciplinary multimedia artist, producer, and singer-songwriter VNCCII redefines the intersection of music and technology with her latest single, “Hyper Drive”. Known for her innovative fusion of digital and physical performance, VNCCII continues to push the envelope, blending futuristic visions with captivating music that transcends traditional genre boundaries.

“Hyper Drive” showcases VNCCII’s signature style, a powerful anthem of female empowerment and self-discovery. Written, self-produced, and performed by VNCCII, the single is a celebration of inner strength and pursuing one’s dreams, set against a backdrop of her distinctive space and sci-fi themes. The track was mixed and mastered by Grammy-award-winning engineer Luca Pretolesi from Studio DMI, ensuring a polished, cutting-edge sound.

Inspired by a specialized world of audio-visual experiences, “Hyper Drive” seamlessly integrates elements of pop music, cinematic sounds, epic electronica, and futuristic concepts like AI and VR. VNCCII’s multi-focused approach to blending these genres reflects her commitment to evolving both music and cultural boundaries with a fresh, authentic vision.

VNCCII’s avatar persona—an enigmatic Super Sentient A.I. SuperHeroine—plays a central role in a broader narrative and immersive musical universe. As part of an expansive science fiction space opera based on a novel written by VNCCII, “Hyper Drive” is a sonic glimpse into a larger story that she eagerly shares through her live performances worldwide.

Reflecting on her new single, VNCCII shares, “’Hyper Drive’ is a pop song that I wrote and self-produced. I loved the analogy of ‘Hyper Drive’ to ‘Hyperspace,’ and it aligns perfectly with the space and sci-fi themes of VNCCII.”

Fusing pop and dance elements, “Hyper Drive” promises to be an innovative and impactful addition to VNCCII’s discography. Don’t miss the chance to experience this groundbreaking single.

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Waz-u drops ambient gem ‘Vermillion’ ft. Lilyg

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3 hours ago

April 25, 2025

Don Reed

London-based multi-instrumentalist and producer Waz-u returns with his second album, Preludes: Dusk Psalms, set for release on 16 May 2025 via independent label Biodiversity. The 15-track record further refines the artistic depth of his debut, blending electronic textures and classical compositional techniques in an intricate, immersive listening experience.

Ahead of the album release, Waz-u is dropping an exclusive vocal version of ‘Vermillion: G Major’ from the album, accompanied by its original instrumental version. ‘Vermillion’ with Lilyg will be released on 18 April 2025, evoking intimate indie-folk and pop and follows the release of a vocal version of ‘Lament’ with Tom Norrington. ‘The singles are a way to give a voice to the atmosphere of the record and to lyrically encapsulate some of the themes explored,’ explains Waz-u. ‘Lily and Tom are good friends of mine and have both been listening to early iterations of these preludes – it felt right to involve them directly on this record.’

‘Preludes: Dusk Psalms’ marks a new branch of Waz-u’s emerging sound, guided by the duality of tradition and innovation. Combining his musical roots in early ‘90s dub techno and classical music, the album weaves carefully layered synthesizers and electronics to evoke the ambience of sacred music — from the gentle timbres of a choir or an organ to the quiet, open, and reverberating spaces of a church. Also featured throughout the album is experimental musician G9 LUV, who creates textures and drones by bowing his bass guitar, resulting in cello-like sounds. The release follows Waz-u’s 2024 debut LP, Prayer For Dawn, which merged dub, techno, and electronica in an exploration of the ritualistic traditions associated with both organized religion and dance.

Bringing the album’s themes to life, Waz-u will celebrate the release of Preludes: Dusk Psalms with a special performance at Our Holy Redeemer in Clerkenwell, London on 14 May 2025. Set against the church’s resonant acoustics, the event will feature live performance arrangements, including a choir, with further details to be announced soon.