Music producer from the USA Zenn Gordon’s “How I Like It” firmly introduces the artist as a unique act that undoubtedly has his own original approach to music, and it works; it balances those two factors extremely well.
“How I Like It” is a spacious and somewhat dreamy track that’s somewhat minimalist, but what’s there is thoughtfully and colorfully incorporated – to carry that rhythm and melody with unforgettable energy. It’s a hit in itself, and it’s easy to vibrate or jump between them – and that’s before you get to the hook.
Zenn Gordon has created this track to allow you to see and appreciate every little element and every audio layer that makes up the experience if you choose to pay attention to the details. At the same time, and perhaps more importantly, the piece sees all of these building blocks effectively integrated within the track, so the music needs no introduction or explanation as a complete and smooth entertainment. The balance between creativity, emotion and professionalism is perfectly captured.
From a musical or compositional perspective, the track makes for a hypnotizing and sublimely engaging journey. Of course, the song and the video are inherently connected to the game of the same name, but even as a non-gamer – I found it incredibly interesting, provocative and wonderful at every turn. The whole sci-fi angle is intriguing and wonderfully presented here.
For house music fans, this is a must – the transition from the ever-rising intensity of the verses to the melodic breakdown of the hook brings some house vibes to the stage. It gives you time to collect your thoughts – it’s a moment of calm between the chaos.
In my opinion, the track works well as its own release. Zenn Gordon essentially bridges the gap in the world of music, and perhaps more importantly – doing so with flair and relevance. This track is great, the lyrics and delivery are compelling to witness, and contain many unexpected emotions. Worth exploring. And so begins the night-long journey to Zenn Gordon’s YouTube channel to date.
