Egzod makes his triumphant return to Lost In Dreams with the captivating five-track ‘Collide’ EP.
The project scores an evocative hero’s journey that’s riddled with highs and lows while powered by an undeniable hopefulness. The producer recently made his impressive debut on the label with the lead single “For The Love.” Diverse yet consistent, ‘Collide’ is a showcase of Egzod’s moving melodic bass expertise.
Egzod offers the perfect introduction to the EP, saying, “The overall story conveyed in the EP is one of navigating through challenging emotions and experiences, but ultimately finding renewal and hope. These songs convey a message of perseverance, finding strength in difficult circumstances, and the importance of self-reliance and living in the present moment.”
Setting the bar high comes the lead single and opening track “For The Love.” It’s a vibrant and impassioned electronic anthem that pulls at the heartstrings. Built around Meggie York’s gripping topline, the vocalist commands the scene with her distinctive folksy crooning depicting a weightless feeling of self-love. Lush atmospherics, dramatic drum lines, twinkling keys, and cinematic strings present the perfect backdrop in the introduction. As the catchy vocal hook comes in, the instrumentation is stripped-back allowing the heart of the song to shine through, while a wide and full vocoder expands the impact of her voice. The drops erupt with a sense of effortless ascension lifting listeners beyond the clouds for an unburdened state of elation.
The title track sees Egzod joining forces with singer and violinist Serena Z. Their worlds “Collide” for a sonic symposium that fuses Serena’s stunning vocals and strings with Egzod’s masterful production. The co-written lyrics explore dark illusions; wandering through the darkness to find the light and confront reality head-on. Inspiring and uplifting, the track blends rising synths, fluttering arps, ethereal atmospherics, epic drum patterns, and a beautifully chaotic climax. It’s about embracing the hardships and pushing beyond for a brighter tomorrow.
Egzod explains the importance of the title track, stating “‘Collide’ delves deep into the emotions of feeling lost and suffocated, but it also beautifully captures the moment of breaking through the illusions and confronting reality. The song reaches its crescendo with a profound sense of vitality. ‘Collide’ serves as the title track of the EP, and it plays a pivotal role in unifying all the tracks. Originally, these songs were crafted independently, but their shared timeline, approach, and vibe ultimately led us to compile them into a single, cohesive EP with Lost In Dreams.”
“Look Around” is a grounding ballad that reminds listeners to live in the moment. Life’s distractions are replaced by the beauty seen all around. An ode to the power of perception, the lyrics are motivating and inspiring, resetting a drifting mind. Crafting a special sound palette, Egzod mixes pensive keys, soaring melodies, punched-up percussion, grandiose synths, and hypnotizing bent vocals. The beauty of life is ever-present within the project’s midpoint.
Uniting with Maazel and Haley Maze, the trio deliver futuristic feels on “The Edge.” The lyrics are raw and honest, filled with introspection of the past. With reflection comes recognition and the desire for growth. Tracing the internal journey, the backing is built around Haley’s poignant topline. Spacey atmospherics and understated guitar strums lay the foundation as a magical melody finds its way out. The drops are explosive, bursting with uncontained emotion and charged by futuristic synths and sci-fi sound design flourishes.
Exploring an emo-leaning aesthetic is the Nytrix-assisted “Edge of Letting Go.” Nyrtix’s gripping and pained topline leads the introduction putting the pain of heartbreak on full display. Wave-inspired synths help shift the scene from sadness to a sense of optimism. The drops offer the undeniable energy seen throughout the package. The pain isn’t completely gone, yet leaves enough space for growth and exploration. It’s a healing journey that’s equally cathartic and sanguine.
Egzod is a Portugal-born, France-raised, and US-based producer known for crafting alluring soundscapes with underlying themes of spirituality, unification, empowerment, and exploring various facets of the human condition. His unique sonic offering has gained support from a myriad of stars including Illenium, SLANDER, NGHTMRE, Alan Walker, Alison Wonderland, Don Diablo, and ARMNHMR.
Egzod’s ‘Collide’ EP is a gripping emotional electropop journey that mixes pain, beauty, and hope for a wondrous sonic concoction.
Egzod’s new EP ‘Collide’ is available on all platforms via Lost In Dreams.
