LA-based instrumental producer and renowned finger drummer OddKidOut made his Monstercat debut today, with actor-singer Marlhy on their cutting-edge new single, “BITTERSWEET.” Mirroring the delicate balance of pretty and evil, “BITTERSWEET” eloquently combines Marlhy’s silky vocals with gritty basses and synths. The first of more records to come, this next chapter is a testament to OddKidOut’s finely tuned production stylings, as “BITTERSWEET” conjures the perfect fusion of dark trap beats and bright future bass melodies.
Stream – https://listen.monstercatmusic.com/bittersweet-knb2
OddKidOut shares, “I got a pack of Marlhy acapellas and I produced the track around the vocals. It’s the reverse of the normal process of making a song, and it actually led to more experimentation and methods I usually don’t use. Marlhy’s voice is super pretty and smooth, so I wanted to put that within a sonic environment that felt more gritty and rough. The dichotomy of pretty and evil existing in the same world has always piqued my interest, so I wanted to capture that feeling with this track.”
Marlhy adds, “I want people to feel empowered to take on the crappy situations life throws at us. I want them to know they aren’t alone and have the strength to deal with anything.”
Rising to fame as a master finger drummer, OddKidOut quickly became one of the most sought-after beatmakers, catching the eye of OWSLA founder, Skrillex. Absorbing influences like Stewart Copeland, J Dilla, and Flying Lotus, he’s developed a rich sound that’s both complex and accessible. This year he’ll break out of the lane he became known for and forge a new experimental path as a producer, with “BITTERSWEET” setting the bar high.
At just 19-years-old, Marlhy has made a name for herself in the entertainment industry. A seasoned drummer, songwriter, and actor, the multifaceted artist has performed at festivals such as Lollapalooza and SXSW, and appeared on shows such as the Fine Brothers’ REACT YouTube series and Amazon’s “A History of Radness.” Having collaborated with artists such as Kellin Quinn (Sleeping with Sirens), Zookëper, pluko, and now OddKidOut, Marlhy is a forward-thinking artist to keep on your radar.
OddKidOut Bio
Butch Serianni, a.k.a OddKidOut, is a 25-year-old record producer, DJ, musician, singer & songwriter from Philadelphia who first broke onto the electronic music scene by way of his innovative finger-drumming routines. Butch started his career as a touring drummer at the age of 13 but began to produce music throughout high school until eventually releasing songs under the name ‘OddKidOut’ during his freshman year of college. A year later came a feature on Instagram’s main page, which shot Butch in front of millions of people, one of the more influential people being Skrillex. In 2017, Butch signed an EP to OWSLA and embedded himself into the EDM scene. With recent releases on Astralwerks, STMPD, Foreign Family, Capitol CMG, Eleven Seven, and being dubbed as “the next producer to watch” by super-producer Timbaland, it’s evident that OddKidOut is a force to be reckoned with no matter what genre he touches.
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Marlhy Bio
Wry and to the point, 19-year-old multi-instrumentalist Marlhy writes with the maturity of artists twice her age. Having played music since childhood, founded numerous bands, and graced the stage at festivals such as Lollapalooza and SXSW, she’s now poised to release her debut EP.
A testament to her musicianship, the project in its entirety was co-produced by Marlhy and featured her drum prowess – embracing her roots. Noted as “not your average teenage girl,” Marlhy is a seasoned singer, songwriter, drummer, and forward-thinking artist whose talent has begotten collaborations with artists such as Kellin Quinn (Sleeping with Sirens), Zookëper, pluko, and OddKidOut.
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