Ohio’s heavyweight Aweminus reunites with Toronto’s force of nature Phiso to unleash their secret riddim ID, a release that’s nearly 10 years in the making.
Nearly a decade in the making, Aweminus and Phiso finally unleash “Spenk”—a notorious ID that’s been rattling crowds since 2016, now crashing onto Bassrush Records on August 29.
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Forged as a spur-of-the-moment collab and road-tested into legend, “Spenk” embodies the raw chaos of riddim at its most unhinged. Built around a grotesquely elastic groove, the single mutates through squishy synth leads, 8-bit jolts, inverted bass stabs, and absurdly bent articulations—a cartoonishly chaotic riddim monster that fans have been demanding for years.
Aweminus shares his excitement around unleashing the track unto the world, saying, ‘Spenk’ is an oldie that Phiso and myself made in the golden age of riddim. We figured it was finally time to get the track finished and we’re stoked to let this one out in the wild!”
Speaking to the elusive nature of their highly anticipated collab, Phiso says, “We’ve kept this as a secret weapon in our sets for far too long, and now it’s yours. We recommend playing it loud in a church parking lot after Sunday service for best results.”
Cleveland-based Aweminus has carved a reputation for detonating expectations with razor-sharp sound design and reckless experimentation. A fixture on the Bassrush catalog, his arsenal includes festival-crushers like “Panini Press” and “Death Club,” alongside explosive flips of ATLiens’ “Shelter” and Infekt’s “Da Pit.” With support from the likes of HOL!, 12th Planet, Doctor P, Perry Wayne, and Borgore—plus, upcoming sets at Dancefestopia, Wicked Oaks, Paranormal Underground, and a headline slot at Club Vinyl—Aweminus continues to dominate both in the studio and on stage.
Toronto’s Phiso remains one of dubstep’s most uncompromising architects. Since breaking out at 17 with the cult anthem “Jotaro,” he has specialized in high-density, trench-inspired productions that blur the line between chaos and precision. His remix roster boasts names like Subtronics, SVDDEN DEATH, Space Laces, and Riot Ten, while his relentless live sets have made him a fixture across North America, with stops at The Church Nightclub, Bass Gardens, and Wicked Oaks on the horizon.
With past collaborations including cult favorites “Hijinks,” “Sheer Cold,” and “Four Horsemen,” Aweminus and Phiso have long proven their chemistry. With “Spenk,” the powerhouse pairing reunite to bring a long-coveted ID to the surface—a release that cements their place among bass music’s most inventive minds while delivering the underground its long-awaited anthem.
Aweminus and Phiso’s new single “Spenk is available on all platforms via Bassrush Records.
More About Aweminus
Atypical by definition means not representative of a type of group or class. Las Vegas native producer Brandon Famini is just that. Atypical. Known as AWEMINUS, he’s manifested into one of the most promising emerging artists in not only bass music, but electronic as a whole. Taking risks, inventing new sounds, and experimenting with a multitude of synths and melodies, with this dangerous cocktail of skills, It’s no wonder his name’s being constantly thrown around the electronic scene. Alternating between independent & label releases with notable labels such as Never Say Die, Disciple, Bassrush and more, AWEMINUS has become more than a household name, but an all encompassing staple in the underground scene as he takes consistent creative risks. This is truly only the beginning for this budding artist and we’re excited to see where the year takes him. Be ready for high intensity tracks & even higher intensity shows.
More About Phiso
Phiso, a Toronto area native, is currently one of bass music’s most respected producers. He gained notoriety quickly, at the age of 17, with his anthem “Jotaro” (released on SMOG Records) and has not looked back. Phiso is highly regarded for his quick acceleration as a producer and continues to captivate audiences with his unique and powerful sound. Look for him on today’s most influential labels. Close attention to detail and a dynamically textured style continues to carve a quickly evolving pathway for the young unapologetic artist. Phiso throws down on the decks with intoxicating sets that feed bass hungry crowds with a mix of heavy beats, unique sounds, and an irresistible groove. Make sure to catch him live to fully appreciate this artist’s dedication to detail and respect for the ultimate dancefloor experience. 2019 brings Phiso into the next level of his journey with multiple upcoming releases and remixes on Black Label / Never Say Die, a busy live worldwide touring schedule, plus much more to be announced.
More About Bassrush Records
Built around the legacy it has created since its earliest days in the underground back in 2002, Bassrush has established itself as a pillar within the bass music scene. Over the years, the crew has cultivated a movement that has taken on many forms, from its massive festival stages around the world to their more intimate nights on the dancefloor. In 2016, Bassrush Records materialized as a means to take their barrier-breaking mentality into the label world, pushing boundaries in dubstep, trap, drum & bass, and everything in between. With a catalog that banks on both heavyweights and up-and-coming talent alike, Bassrush Records has put its stamp on artists including Subtronics, Caspa, REAPER, Borgore, Infekt, Jon Casey, Hekler, Svdden Death, Moody Good, Zeke Beats, Jantsen, Eliminate, Turno, Kompany, RIOT TEN, ATLiens, Hamdi, AHEE, LAYZ, YDG, Jessica Audiffred, HEYZ, and more.