Hawaiian-born, L.A.-based producer KEPIK is renowned for his emotive genre-blurring style that spans trap, melodic bass, trance, dubstep, and beyond. ELUDE is an Orange County-brewed producer making his name known with a sound that fuses ethereal soundscapes and immersive dubstep. Combining their styles with the magnificent vocal talents of NYC singer/songwriter Luma comes “Northern Star.” The collaboration arrives on SLANDER’s Heaven Sent imprint on May 30.
Stream here : https://heavensent.ffm.to/northernstar
“Northern Star” is an immersive emotional dubstep offering that balances a distant sense of hope against the weight of the world. Breathy vocal bends and melancholic keys conjure a sense of wistful reflection. Luma’s lush delivery is airy and breathtaking, capturing the heavy burden of dealing with desperation in isolation. As the lyrics look to the sky for a guiding light, otherworldly arps and tension-building drums envelop into an epic release. Soaring melodies intertwine with heavenly vocal bends, as glitchy flourishes transcend into a cacophony of shrieking sub-bass and metallic percussion. Darkness descends in the stripped-back break before building into an epic climax built around towering synths and awe-inspiring vocal chops.
KEPIK breaks down the message behind the release, saying, “For anyone who’s ever felt the weight of another day press down like it might break you; for those long drives in the dark where the silence gets loud, and the road feels endless. Because everybody’s got a northern star, that distant light that keeps them looking up, even when everything feels too heavy to carry.”
Born in Hawaii and now based in Los Angeles, KEPIK has been creating his own lane in dance music with a multi-genre discography that is powered by emotional appeal and immersive soundscapes. The producer is a mainstay on the Heaven Sent label, with previous singles “Fighting For,” “Ghost of You” and his most recent offering “My Demons,” earning press coverage from This Songs Slaps, Find Your Sounds, Indie Dream, Frontview Magazine, Aipate, and Beat For Beat. His music has been supported by Illenium, Gryffin, and Alison Wonderland, while also releasing alongside Trivecta, Kill The Noise, and HALIENE.
Hailing from Orange County, ELUDE is a rising force in the scene with a signature style that blends atmospheric textures with euphoric drops. His music invites listeners into a world where time and space dissolve. He boasts collaborations alongside Medyk, Lexi Scatena, and UNDY, and has seen support from the legendary Illenium.
Born and raised in New Jersey, Luma is an exceptionally talented singer-songwriter, producer, and solo artist. Constantly striving to be a light to the world of electronic music and beyond, her talent shines brightly throughout her ever-growing catalog. Her discography is stacked with high-profile releases alongside Moore Kismet, Adventure Club, Ookay, Blanke, MitiS, ARMNHMR, and Nurko. Pulling from a deep-rooted love for storytelling and true human connection, Luma’s songs never fail to represent something beautiful. Having amassed nearly 60 million streams as a writer and vocalist in dance music, her knack for magnetic melodies and lyrical introspection are embodied in everything she does.
“Northern Star” is a triumphant anthem that allows listeners to feel life’s burdens while reminding them that there is something greater pulling them ahead.
KEPIK and ELUDE’s new single “Northern Star” featuring Luma is available on all platforms via Heaven Sent.
More About Kepik
Hawaii born and bred but now based in LA, Kevin Cheung, going by the moniker KEPIK, is a Chinese-American multi-genre dance music producer specializing in creating immersive soundscapes and emotive melodies. His diverse influence from various music styles has inspired KEPIK to continually expand his production and grow beyond one single genre. By fusing elements from all spectrums of genres, he’s able to seamlessly sculpt a unique canvas and paint a story that evokes emotions in the listener. In doing so, he has established himself as a multi-genre force of nature with a sound that transcends melodic bass, dubstep, trap, trance, and beyond. As KEPIK continues to pave his way, he’s landed remixes for a few heavyweights such as Kill The Noise, Trivecta and HALIENE. He’s also gained radio support from the likes of ILLENIUM, Gryffin, SLANDER, NGHTMRE, Alison Wonderland, and more! His musical prowess has landed him releases on prolific labels such as Heaven Sent and Ophelia. With his festival debut at EDC Las Vegas 2024, and multiple releases already underway, his journey is only getting started…
More About ELUDE
ELUDE is a rising force in the world of electronic music, crafting immersive soundscapes that blend atmospheric textures with euphoric drops. Originally from Orange County, ELUDE has quickly garnered attention for their ability to fuse genres, drawing influences from melodic dubstep, and dubstep, while maintaining a distinctive style that is both emotive and experimental. Inspired by the concept of “escapism, ” ELUDE’s music invites listeners to step into a sonic world where time and space dissolve. With each track, ELUDE explores the delicate balance between ethereal melodies and driving rhythms, creating a sound that feels at once expansive and intimate. Their production is known for its lush, layered compositions and attention to detail, with each piece unfolding like a story that captivates from start to finish. Having already released a series of critically acclaimed singles, ELUDE is rapidly gaining recognition in the underground electronic scene even gaining support from ILLENIUM himself. Their work has been embraced by both fans and industry insiders, with their tracks being featured on leading playlists and supported by prominent DJs
More About Luma
Born and raised in coastal New Jersey, Luma is an independent songwriter and vocalist with an impressive list of collaborations including Moore Kismet, Adventure Club, JT Roach, Heather Sommer, ARMNHMR, Blanke, Ookay, Taska Black, NURKO, Kastra and more. Pulling from a deep-rooted love for storytelling and personal connection, her songs never fail to encapsulate what it feels like to be human. Having amassed over 100 million streams as a writer and vocalist in dance music, her knack for magnetic melody and lyrical introspection is noted in everything she touches across all genres. Her current co-writers and collaborators include Corey LeRue, Mokita, Danny Couture, Chloe Copoloff, Lena Leon, Notelle, Luxtides, and Keith Hetrick.