Tracklist for “The Age of Chaos” EP: Following the resounding success of its debut EP“Rave the Planet “, DEPAS pushes artistic boundaries with“The Age of Chaos “. Drawing on a captivating sonic framework and the innovative use of the Waldorf Quantum analog-digital synthesizer, the artist pays tribute to the energy of 90s hard-trance, embodied by legends such as Cosmic Gate , Yves Deruyter , and Lambda .
The journey into chaos begins with “No Redemption “A frenzied explosion of sound, driven by breakbeat rhythms and sober vocals. Continuing with “Tesseract “, percussive bass and stabs draw the listener into a hypnotic spiral, before plunging into the abyss with “Dystopia a striking sonic exploration of amplified human consciousness. “Cyber attack “closes this cynical journey with a spellbinding remix of Matasism
A universe merging dystopia and reality Through the visual work of Lukas Havlik (Ludenworks) , DEPAS tackles contemporary themes such as perception in the 21st century, artificial intelligence and the coexistence of man and machine. The concept of the EP “The Age of Chaos” illustrates the artistic vision of DEPAS, blending dystopia and reality to create an extraordinary experience.
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In the vast world of electronic music, certain artists stand out for their avant-garde vision and their ability to anticipate the genre’s evolution. Such is the case of Maike Depas, an Italian hard techno DJ-producer, also known as Michelangelo De Pasquale. Convinced that the future of music lies in the metaverse, Depas predicts a major revolution in the way we experience music.
From a very early age, Maike Depas was influenced by such key figures on the electronic scene as Skrillex and Martin Garrix. At just 11, he began DJing in clubs in Milan, the first step towards a promising career. After studying composition and piano at the prestigious Milan Conservatory, Depas immersed himself in the club culture of Berlin, the cradle of European electronic music.
Inspired by both the hard-trance of the 1990s and the hard-hitting techno of Kobosil , In Verruf and Amelie Lens , 2024 marks the start of a new era for Maike Depas. Dubbed Maike Depas 2 .0, it offers a diverse range of content, from DJ sets broadcast live from dystopian settings to cyberpunk outfits by Demobaza. His transformation into an enigmatic character straight out of a computer-generated image symbolizes his vision of the revolution taking place on the electro scene.
“The Age of Chaos”, his latest opus, saw the light of day on April 19, in digital and vinyl format on The Innovation Studio. Following this, he is preparing the release of “Tokyo Nights”, an EP due out in May on Mattia Trani’s Pushmaster Discs . Maike Depas thus opens a new page in her artistic career, marked by boundless audacity and boundless creativity.
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Originally from Rome but now based in the United States, Matasism has made a name for itself on the electronic scene thanks to its eponymous label founded in 2017. Her authentic rave spirit and underground approach caught the attention ofEllen Allien , who quickly backed her music with airplay and a solo EP in 2022.
Fusing elements of trance, industrial, techno and EBM, Matasism fashions an innovative and daring musical style, exploring uncharted electro territory. His commitment to experimentation and passion for the pure underground make him an artist in his own right, ready to push the boundaries of electronic music.
To keep up with Matasism’s musical universe, listen to his tracks on Spotify and follow him on Instagram and SoundCloud so you don’t miss any of his latest creations.
