This new dubstep track samples heavily from an ill horror movie called Frailty – although the film has mostly flown under the radar since its 2001 release it is def worth checking out. A father enlists his children to help him destroy demons using magical weapons he has been given by god. It stars Bill Paxton and the voice of Matthew McConaughey in tense and well acted roles and while the story contains many twists it never loses continuity. Check out the Frailty forums on IMDB after you have seen it for any subtle touches you may have missed, there are many layers of detail making a second watching a whole new experience.
Musically this is my first shot at straight ahead dubstep although my bass and breaks productions of the past could still be included within the dubstep realm. It’s also an experiment in the latest Ableton Live which kicks ass so far!
Wielding an arsenal of vintage analog synths and modern digital gear Insomniak constructs moody electronic worlds ranging from 99bpm down-tempo to raging 140 bpm dub-techno to 180 bpm drum and bass. While varying in tempo and mood, Insomniak tracks are universally recognizable for their unique tripped out Insomniak dub influences.
With over a decade of live performance and DJ mixing experience Insomniak knows how to work and abuse a dancefloor while also aiming to release a deeper cerebral journey throughout his sets. His sinister mix of funky breakbeats and epic bass will enslave your booty before hitting you hard with boundary defying psychedelic mentalness you never saw coming.
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Dub Contact is an introspective and dreamy winter dub track that I hope shows some beauty in the cold and darkness of a lonely Canadian winter. This video features winter photos I took in Montreal and a downtempo electronic dub journey.
Insomniak is a multi-experienced music producer, graphic designer, live performer, club DJ, photographer and remixer. I make music, develop web sites and run the Insomniak Apparel label designing t-shirts, shoes and skateboards!
