American hard dance extraordinaire Dead X and French rawstyle phenom R3TRIX combine to unleash their new genre-bending single, “Can You Hear Me Now,” releasing on June 26th via Basscon Records.
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“Can You Hear Me Now” is a cross-continental uptempo cut bridging their respective styles seamlessly. The collab eases into the equation with a saccharine, euphoric melodic hook and dainty, pitched-up vocal before fully flying off the rails. Melody quickly implodes as hollow-kick sequences, piercing rawstyle call-and-response, mind-warping distorted sub-bass, and an endless supply of bombast come together to create the kind of beautiful noise that can be heard halfway across the world.
Succinctly summing up the vibe of his new release, Dead X shares, “Listening to ‘Can You Hear Me Now’ is the best two minutes you will have all summer.”
Cheekily reflecting on their collaboration, R3TRIX adds, “Can you hear us now?”
Based in Los Angeles and often dubbed ‘The All-American Boy,’ Dead X has been carving out his own niche in the US hard dance circuit. He’s notorious for blending the rawness of punk rock with the hard-hitting euphoria of hardstyle. His previous Basscon Records releases, “Player H8rs” and “Voyage,” have earned support from outlets including Canadian Ravers, Prelude Press, EDM Reviewer, Whats Music, and Beat For Beat. Aside from the studio, he has also lit up stages at notable festivals including EDC Las Vegas, Wasteland, and Soundcheck, and has previously ripped up the road while on a U.S. tour with Lil Texas.
Joining forces from the opposite end of the Atlantic, R3TRIX has been gaining notable traction in France’s rawstyle scene. Since launching the project in 2023, R3TRIX has released music with Maissouille, El Desperado, N-XD, and Brutal Theory, and has taken the stage at major events, including Electrobeach Music Festival and Eskape Festival.
With “Can You Hear Me Now,” Dead X and R3TRIX stake their claim in the global hard dance movement, delivering a high-impact anthem that dares to be felt as much as it’s heard.
Dead X & R3TRIX’s new single “Can You Hear Me Now” is available on all platforms via Basscon Records.
More About Dead X
Dead X, A fearless ambassador of raw, punk rock ethos with a polished hardstyle edge. Since bursting onto the scene in 2021, he has swiftly captivated the hearts of audiences and critics alike, earning the moniker ‘The All-American Boy.’ His meteoric rise is evident in his impressive achievements within just a year, including chart-topping releases on esteemed labels such as Basscon, Barong Family, Atlantic Records, and Masters of Hardcore. His collaborations, notably “Voyage” with Yosuf and “Riot” with Lil Texas, have propelled him to over 100K monthly listeners on Spotify, a testament to his resonant sound and pioneering vision. Dead X’s onstage presence is a force to be reckoned with. Whether he’s electrifying crowds alongside Lil Texas on a nationwide USA tour or setting the stage ablaze at major hard dance festivals like Basscon: Wasteland and EDC Las Vegas, his performances are an adrenaline-fueled spectacle of energy and passion. As Dead X continues to redefine the boundaries of hard dance with his unique punk-infused style, he remains steadfast in his mission to infuse punk rock’s rebellious edge into the heart of hardstyle. With unwavering momentum and a relentless pursuit of musical innovation, Dead X is not just making waves; he’s reshaping the future of the genre, ensuring his place at the forefront of the hard dance scene for years to come.
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More About R3TRIX
The French Rawstyle/Xtra Raw sensation is up to come: DJ and producer, R3TRIX, combines boundless energy and heavy kicks during explosive DJ sets, powered by his latest creations.
Dedicated to the crowd and a true Raw Style enthusiast, R3TRIX quickly became a key player on the local Raw scene.
Thanks to an unbreakable work ethic, his production and talent behind the decks led him to the biggest scenes, such as the Electrobeach Music Festival in France. Now, you can see R3TRIX sharing the stage with the greatest Hard DJ in the world, in France, Germany, and Switzerland.
Our French talent shared his love for Hard Dance by hosting his own show, the ‘ Hardstyle Attitude’, and became the resident DJ of the Coliseum events. R3TRIX reveals his skills as a producer through his first EP, “JUST FOR FUN”, released in 2023 on the label Hardstyle France. Get ready to discover its universe, combining his crazy and fun sides, surrounded by original and devastating kicks. With an undeniable charisma on stage, R3TRIX is a true entertainer who never fails to impress.
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More About Basscon
Bursting onto the scene in 2013, Basscon has cemented its status as the epicenter for all genres of hard dance. With a footprint covering some the most renowned stages in
the world—including EDC Las Vegas, Wasteland, Project: Z and Bullseye—they’ve fostered a die-hard community that celebrates every tempo of high-octane dance music from hardstyle, hardcore, rawstyle, hard house, uptempo and beyond. The same ethos driving the vision behind its live events has carried over to its dedicated Basscon Records imprint, which has been a home for dancefloor-defining artists from the likes of Adrenalize, Lil Texas, Audiofreq, Deadly Gunz, Atmozfears, Lady Faith, Water Spirit, Rob Gee, Dead X, Sephyx, LINK, Technikore, LLLLNNNN, and many more. Between its ever-growing roster of artists and world-class parties, Basscon represents the next level of hard dance.
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