Michael Gabriel drops new track “Sweet Toxin”

Originally hailing from Montreal and now based in Nova Scotia, Michael Gabriel is a composer and producer whose musical output sees him cut across a huge range of genres and styes such as indie, IDM, acid jazz, house, chill, hip hop and electronica. His musical adventure began when he was just seven and was instantly transfixed by the enchanting sounds of a baroque piano.

This early introduction lit a creative flame and sparked a lifelong passion that’s seen him explore a vast array of musical styles and collaborate with other artists such as Men Without Hats, The Box, Isinglass and The 400. Michael’s influences are a varied concoction of sonic dreams, informed by the works of artists including the likes of Brian Eno, Bryan Ferry, Thievery Corporation, LTJ Bukem and Moby.

These diverse inspirations have shaped the unique and highly original sound that’s struck a chord with listeners around the world. After a hiatus from sharing his own material, he made an emphatic return with the release of his seven-track record, Surfacing, in June last year. This album marked the beginning of a new chapter in his musical journey, showcasing his ability to blend genres in a way that’s at once innovative and engaging.

Offering the perfect taste of the record, he now brings us the LP’s second track titled “Sweet Toxin,” an electronic dance track that deftly balances a crisp beat with dreamy instrumental textures and sparse flutters of alluring vocal touches. Jumping straight in with the thump of a kick drum and snap of hi hat, airy synth textures add brush strokes of vivid colour to the arrangement.

Developing with the patter of percussive elements and intricate synth tones, the distant flourishes of stretched vocal samples combine to form a sound that’s as soothing as it is energising. The perfect laid back dance jam, a saxophone enters to inject a jazz-tinged flair as the pulse of synth and shift in pitched vocal sample shots ensure “Sweet Toxin” remains exciting from start to finish.

Playful, danceable and entirely original, with “Sweet Toxin,” Michael Gabriel serves up a slick new track that demonstrates his creativity as well as his sound design talents. Having made his successful and welcome return to the music world, Michael Gabriel is sure to continue winning over fans all around the world as with his compelling sound.

Listen to Sweet Toxin below

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