Astralix is a brand new musical endeavour brought to life by Utah-based artist Gary Dranow, his writing partner Chris Zoupa and Melbourne-based producer Louis Dupont. While Gary has made a mark with his bluesy rock venture alongside his band, Gary Dranow and The Manic Emotions, Astralix sees him stepping into the sphere of EDM.
Alongside Chris Zoupa, renowned for his work in the Australian prog rock outfit Teramaze and producer Louis Dupont, Astralix draws inspiration from EDM icons like Tiesto, Marshmello, Swedish House Mafia and Avicii. Gary Dranow’s musical journey took a transformative turn when he connected with Chris around five years ago, initially seeking assistance for transcribing his Destiny Road record.
Their collaboration evolved as Chris began offering guitar lessons to Gary, aiding his recovery after a stroke. This partnership matured into a prolific songwriting venture, producing a repertoire of nearly thirty songs that would contribute to their upcoming albums, Never Give Up, a 26-song double album, and the newly unveiled EDM project, Astralix.
Now unveiling the project and bringing us the debut single “The Rhythm Fills My Soul,” Astralix steps into the EDM scene, marking a departure from Gary’s rock roots and Chris’s progressive guitar-driven background. The lead single, serving as the title track for their forthcoming record, sets the tone for this innovative new project.
With “The Rhythm Fills My Soul” they serve up a grooving dance pop outing brimming with shimmering instrumental textures and instantly catchy hooks. Opened by bright synth plucks, the song then settles into a danceable 125bpm groove as silky female vocals ride above the beat.
Threading bright melodies, the song drives with clicking percussion, bold bass pulses and a colourful arrangement of synth tones, resulting in an immersive and uplifting electronic pop experience. The collaborative synergy between Gary Dranow and Chris Zoupa, wrapped up by Louis Dupont’s production panache, holds the promise of an exciting journey ahead for this brand new endeavour.
Listen to The Rhythm Fills My Soul below
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