Today, Canadian bass music legend and HypnoVizion label head Rezz and rocktronic artist Grabbitz reunite for their second collaborative single ‘Signal’.
The latest in a string of goth-inspired releases from the producer/DJ, ‘Signal’ serves as the second single off Rezz’s forthcoming IT’S NOT A PHASE EP, due out this summer.
The anticipated followup to ‘Someone Else’, their 2020 hit that peaked at #1 and #10 on Canada and US alternative radio charts and amassed over 40 million streams on Spotify, ‘Signal’ is a harmonious fusion of Rezz and Grabbitz’s shared electronic-meets-rock tendencies. Wrought with emotional angst and grungy tones, ‘Signal’ synthesizes their punk aesthetic in sonic and lyrical form. Instantly captivating with its edgy originality, ‘Signal’ swells with Rezz’s dynamic builds and haunting midtempo drops as Grabbitz weaves a tale of torment as he sings, “I’m still waiting for a signal from you”.
Embracing the distinct elements of rock and electronic music, ‘Signal’ fortifies the nostalgic references and cross-genre impulses present throughout Rezz’s upcoming IT’S NOT A PHASE EP. ‘Signal’ continues Rezz’s mission to bridge the gap between rock and bass music, a sound that draws inspiration from the punk bands of her teen years and the modern electronic influences that have sonically defined her.
Regarding the track, Rezz said, “This second collaboration with Grabbitz confirmed that we need to make WAY more music together. It’s the perfect blend between punk and mid-tempo and I couldn’t be more stoked. I think day 1 fans will enjoy this, as well as new punk fans!”
Grabbitz added, “It’s hard to top the feeling that ‘Someone Else’ gives, but I speak for both of us in saying I think we did.”
Isabelle Rezazadeh, AKA Rezz, made her massive 2015 debut on Skrillex’s label OWSLA and has since racked up tens and millions of streams, sold out legendary venues and headlined top festivals around the world. Her sound oozes with originality, striking a balance between bass heavy and minimalist tech production. In recent years she’s graced the cover of Billboard, earned the JUNO Award for Electronic Album of the Year for her Beyond the Senses EP, and in 2022 launched her own label imprint HypnoVizion.
Her forthcoming EP taps into Rezz’s darker roots, embracing the edgy, shadowy sounds reminiscent of her deep rooted love of punk and emo rock. ‘Signal’ serves as the second single off Rezz’s upcoming goth-themed IT’S NOT A PHASE EP.
Rezz Upcoming Tour Dates
May 19 – Hangout Music Festival – Gulf Shores, AL
May 27 – Sunset Music Festival – Tampa, FL
May 28 – Lightning In A Bottle Festival – Buena Vista Lake, CA
June 9 – The Brooklyn Mirage – Brooklyn, NY
June 24 – Escapade Music Festival – Ottawa, ON
June 25 – Electric Forest – Rothbury, MI
July 13 – Dour Festival – Dour, BE
July 14 – Electrobeach Music Festival – Port Bacares, FR
July 20 – Electric Castle – Cluj-Napoca, RO
July 21 – Lollapalooza Paris – Paris, FR
August 5 – VELD Music Festival – Toronto, ON
August 6 – Osheaga – Montreal, QC
August 31 – Red Rocks Amphitheatre – Morrison, CO
September 1 – Red Rocks Amphitheatre – Morrison, CO
September 15 – Frost Amphitheatre – Stanford, CA
September 17 – Imagine Music Festival – Atlanta, GA
Grabbitz Upcoming Tour Dates
June 8 – The Brooklyn Mirage – Brooklyn, NY
July 23 – Shambhala Music Festival – Nelson, BC
August 18 – Bass Canyon – Quincy, WA
