Rising from the acclaim of his debut album, Mersiv is set to redefine the boundaries of bass music with ‘Out of Bounds’, launching on October 20th.
Building on the immense success of his debut, Pretty Dark Loud, this new release encapsulates not just Mersiv’s impressive growth both personally and professionally, but also his ambition to break free from genre conventions.
While his previous work resonated with deeper, more melancholic undertones, ‘Out of Bounds’ is a testament to Mersiv branching out, presenting a more assertive take on bass music. Although grounded in heavy basslines and compelling rhythms, the album showcases a diverse tapestry of styles, blending elements of hip-hop, and pop.
Fresh off a sold-out headlining debut at Red Rocks in April 2023 and following a series of nationwide tours, including prime festival slots post his 2022 album Pretty Dark Loud, ‘Out of Bounds’ sets the stage with the electrifying “I Like It When You Move.” This opener isn’t merely a track—it’s a proclamation. It embodies Mersiv’s newfound confidence, a reflection of his journey since Pretty Dark Loud and the widespread acclaim he’s garnered.
The album then flows into “Bounce” ft. Forbes and DJ Mag-featured artist, Wreckno, followed by the titular “Out of Bounds”. As we dive deeper, tracks such as “Coast to Coast” featuring industry veteran PROBCAUSE and “Ultra Instinct” enrich the narrative. Mersiv’s collaboration with dance music maestro Jelacee on “Perfect” offers a dreamy backdrop, reminiscent of the album’s futuristic artwork.
Mersiv’s penchant for sonic innovation shines through in tracks like “Trouble” with HEYZ, providing listeners a moment of reflection, emphasizing the message that every individual’s journey is intensely personal. The later part of the album, with tracks like “Dreamscape”, offers melodic, soul-soothing rhythms. “Hypnotize” stands out, epitomizing the essence of Freeform Bass music.
“Top Floor”, an exhilarating collaboration with The Ninetys, further amplifies Mersiv’s diverse soundscapes, setting the scene for the forthcoming ‘Out of Bounds’ Tour, commencing September 1st, 2023.
Since the inception of the Mersiv Sound Project in 2015, Mersiv’s trajectory has been meteoric, with tracks like “Beautiful & Filthy”, “Fire Dance”, and “Get To You ft. Saint Sinner” fortifying his place in the industry. ‘Out of Bounds’ isn’t just another album—it’s Mersiv, unreservedly displaying his prowess with bass, setting unparalleled standards for Freeform Bass music.
For tickets and more on the electrifying ‘Out of Bounds’ tour, visit Mersiv’s official site: https://www.mersiv.net/tour.
“Out of Bounds” Tracklist:
I Like It When You Move
Bounce ft. Wreckno
Out of Bounds
Coast to Coast ft. PROBCAUSE
Ultra Instinct
Perfect ft. Jelacee
Trouble ft. HEYZ
Dreamscape
Top Floor ft. The Ninetys
Hypnotize
Metaglatic Bloom ft. INZO
Time’s Changing ft. Neoma
Fractions of Time
Restless
Mersiv’s 2023 Tour Dates:
Sep 1 (Fri) – Fort Lauderdale, FL: Revolution
Sep 2 (Sat) – Nashville, TN: Skydeck
Sep 8 (Fri) – Tallahassee, FL: Potbelly’s
Sep 9 (Sat) – Orlando, FL: Fairgrounds Warehouse
Sep 14 (Thu) – Wichita, KS: The Wave
Sep 15 (Fri) – Kansas City, KS: The Truman
Sep 16 (Sat) – St Louis, MO: Red Flag
Sep 17 (Sun) – Rome, GA: Imagine Festival
Sep 21 (Thu) – Dallas, TX: The Studio
Sep 22 (Fri) – Austin, TX: Concourse Project
Sep 23 (Sat) – Houston, TX: Stereo Live
Sep 30 (Sat) – Phoenix, AZ: Marquee Theater
Oct 5 (Thu) – San Diego, CA: Music Box
Oct 6 (Fri) – Los Angeles, CA: 1720
Oct 7 (Sat) – San Francisco, CA: Public Works
Oct 8 (Sun) – Arcata, CA: Arcata Theater
Oct 12 (Thu) – San Luis Obispo, CA: Fremont
Oct 13 (Fri) – Las Vegas, NV: Hard Rock Live
Oct 14 (Sat) – Salt Lake City, UT: Complex
Oct 19 (Thu) – Bend, OR: Midtown Ballroom
Oct 20 (Fri) – Portland, OR: 45 East
Oct 21 (Sat) – Seattle, WA: Showbox
Oct 22 (Sun) – Eugene, OR: WOW Hall
Oct 26 (Thu) – Boise, ID: Knitting Factory
Oct 27 (Fri) – Spokane, WA: Knitting Factory
Oct 28 (Sat) – Vancouver, BC: Red Room
Oct 31 (Tue) – Missoula, MT: Wilma
Nov 2 (Thu) – Bozeman, MT: The Elm
Nov 3 (Fri) – Cheyenne, WY: The Lincoln
Nov 9 (Thu) – Des Moines, IA: Woolys
Nov 10 (Fri) – Milwaukee, WI: The Rave
Nov 11 (Sat) – Grand Rapids, MI: The Intersection
Nov 12 (Sun) – Urbana, IL: Canopy Club
Nov 16 (Thu) – Indianapolis, IN: The Vogue
Nov 17 (Fri) – Cleveland, OH: Mulberry’s
Nov 18 (Sat) – Columbus, OH: Otherworld
Nov 25 (Sat) – New Orleans, LA: The Fillmore
Nov 30 (Thu) – Richmond, VA: Broadberry
Dec 1 (Fri) – Asheville, NC: Orange Peel
Dec 2 (Sat) – Charlotte, NC: Blackbox
Dec 3 (Sun) – Charleston, SC: Music Farm
Dec 7 (Thu) – Virginia Beach, VA: Peabody’s
Dec 8 (Fri) – Baltimore, MD: Soundstage
Dec 9 (Sat) – Buffalo, NY: Town Ballroom
Dec 10 (Sun) – Albany, NY: Empire Live
Dec 14 (Thu) – Boston, MA: Big Night Live
Dec 15 (Fri) – New York, NY: Webster Hall
Dec 16 (Sat) – Philadelphia, PA: The Ave Live
Dec 30-31 – Denver, CO: Decadence NYE
