Calcou links with SBSTN on new single

Calcou is a classically trained composer hailing from Berlin who draws on his traditional music discipline as an innovative electronic producer. With roots in jazz piano, Calcou stitches elements of jazz, chill, deep house and electronica to create a truly unique sound.

Inspired by artists like Kiasmos, Bonobo and Christian Löffler, Calcou has confirmed his status as an exciting name in the music scene of Berlin and beyond. Since his debut in 2019 with the single “Lfost,” Calcou has earned high praise for his original approach to electronic music while collaborating with a diverse array of artists, including GRIP TIGHT, Astrolemo, Mellowdine and Thea Alien.

Now, with the release of his debut album, Murmuration, on the horizon, Calcou continues to shine and win over listeners with a string of new tracks. Ahead of his debut album, he now brings us the third track lifted from the record with his new single titled “About last night (still dreaming),” this time linking with Romanian singer-songwriter SBSTN who’s recently been a rising name in the electronic and dance pop sphere.

With their collaborative single, the two artists lay down a dreamy soundscape of electronic pop driven by UK garage beats and soft piano-led instrumentation. Served up in a delightful two minute dose, “About last night (still dreaming)” delivers an intoxicating blend of danceable rhythm and blissful melodic writing wrapped up in a dreamy aesthetic.

Opened by warm jazz-inflected piano chords as processed vocal sample chops flutter and the filtered beat rises, as the drums snap, SBSTN smooth vocals thread an alternative R&B vibe over the arrangement as deep bass tones pulse and airy sonic textures stretch throughout. Brimming with silky lead vocals cut with intricate pitched sample, “About last night (still dreaming)” casts a hazy and energising slice of pop-focused dance music brought to life by the production panache of Calcou and the alluring vocal flair of SBSTN.

As Calcou gets ready to share his debut LP with the world, he continues to deliver stunning electronic music that reveals an artist with a broad sonic vision and the talent to bring it to life. Commenting on the new single, Calcou shares, “About last night is one of those songs that came together in one afternoon. SBSTN was living in Berlin for a few months and we would meet in my studio every now and then to write demos together.”

Adding, “As soon as I played the first chords, I could hear him shout “yesss!” from the couch area and next moment he was standing next to me and came up with this beautiful melody and words. For us, this song is about experiencing things for the first time and that dreamlike feeling that remains the day after.”

Listen to About last night (still dreaming) below

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