Submitten mixes synthetic rhythms with brittle, fractured EDM for “Throwback Mix – Microdose VR,” an explosively haunting dubstep hit that clocks in at just over three and a half minutes, but aggressively with its expansive, enveloping sound design and rapidly addictive drive.
This latest release from Submitten is one that makes its mark in a bold and subtle way. The soundscape’s weight and tone give it a sub-EDM feel. Dubstep’s bass-heavy drone works perfectly with an energetic beat and synth-drenched still vocal delivery.
That underlying sequence becomes a riff that weaves endlessly into your consciousness. It’s intense and stands out because the soft, almost dancehall-like tempo contrasts so sharply with it. Above all, it’s the musical genius, the lyrical character, that stays with you long after you’ve finished listening.
The music is structurally striking, vocally catchy, characterful and quite unpredictable with its cascading theme and subtle dubstep beats. The whole piece has a challenging edge of identity, a quality that permeates the work of Submitten.
It’s an uncomplicated, moving, and singable tune that’s clear from the start. Yet, the music manages to hang and expand on the weight and intensity of these sections for a few minutes.
In sum, as creative as ever, as of late, the efficient building blocks of alternative dance music remain close, proving that it has effectively embraced a certain level of artistic freedom and intention. Submitten ‘s Sound is quickly establishing itself as a standout. It’s definitely worth a look.
