The three sensational LA-based talents reunite to create an anthem of resilience, showcasing their strengths with an uplifting, genre-splitting single.
Los Angeles-based yetep is a Korean-American producer with a passion for fostering community through his charitable initiatives, bonding live performances, and emotionally-charged electronic music. LA-based singer/songwriter and producer if found has made a name from fusing punk and emo influences with moody trap and bass music. The pair are uniting their talents alongside standout singer/songwriter Casey Cook for the genre-splitting single “Take Me Down.” The track arrives on Lost In Dreams Records, riffing off the chemistry shown on their previous collaboration “Mistakes.”
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“Take Me Down” is an immersive auditory experience that traverses genres and moods, all while carrying the weight of an unforgettable anthem. An uptempo, hypnotic melody sets the stage as vocal bends drift in, giving the track an emotional pull. The brooding intro allows Cook’s sweet yet resilient vocal croons to serve as a focal point. The tension builds before exploding into a high-octane trap drop driven by gritty low-end, filthy melodic flourishes, and metallic percussion. The ever-evolving journey flirts with hints of future bass, as angelic vocal chops float across shimmering synths before building into an epic finale. Tearing down conventional genre constraints, the track hits its apex via a festival-ready progressive house section refined with an uplifting, nostalgic elegance. “Take Me Down” is an inspiring mixture of their respective styles, and serves as a reminder that nothing can stand in the way of true destiny.
Emphasizing the contact points that make this collaboration so unique, yetep shares his excitement around the chance to work together with them again, saying, “This is our second song together, and I think ‘Take Me Down’ really shows off what makes us special. It brings together the old, the new, and who we are right now.”
Shedding light on the creative process and his account on how the collaboration came to be, if found explains: “After the success of ‘Mistakes’ we all agreed to run it back. yetep had an amazing set scheduled for Escape later in 2023, so we got to work immediately to make something that would become a special moment in a highlight performance, having both Casey Cook and me out on stage with him in front of a packed crowd at mainstage. yetep and I knew we both wanted to bring our unique styles to the song, leading off with a heavy trap first half, and then transitioning to an uplifting progressive house drop—mirroring our unique tastes and exemplifying the meaning of the lyrics written by Casey.”
Speaking on how the track pulls together their unique styles, Casey Cook says, “After the response dropping our collab ‘Mistakes,’ we decided to go for round two. ‘Take Me Down’ is such a unique blend of all of our styles and has a diverse mix sonically— from angst to euphoria—showcasing trap to progressive house, giving it a nostalgic flare while feeling fresh at the same time. We’ve gotten to perform this at festivals and shows the past couple years and it’s gone OFF every time. Super excited to finally have this out in the world.”
Championing connective and emotive music, L.A.-based producer yetep continues to impress the music industry via innovation and individuality. The Korean-American artist’s dance and melodic bass project is deeply rooted in fostering community growth. He is a familiar face on the label, with his previous single “Hate It When It’s You” drawing press coverage from IMPRINT, Pop Passion, Buffablog, Melodic Mag, Fresh Music Freaks, LA On Lock, Roadie Music, Frontview Magazine, and Global Money World. He will be performing at Webster Hall as support for HYO from the illustrious K-pop band Girls’ Generation
Carson Maki is the brains behind the moniker if found. He’s a regular on the label, with previous singles “Hollow” and “Alive” earning radio plays from Illenium, Alison Wonderland, JVNA, NGHTMRE & SLANDER, ARMNHMR, and Pixel Terror. He is a standout in the melodic bass genre, landing performances at Lost In Dreams, EDC Orlando, and Lights All Night. The producer and singer/songwriter has garnered millions of streams with standout collaborations alongside SLANDER, Kyle Reynolds, Tyron Hapi, and WE ARE FURY. Known for balancing beautiful melodies with violent sound design, if found should already be on everyone’s watchlist.
Originally born in Rhode Island, LA-based songwriter/vocalist Casey Cook has become a go-to voice in the electronic music scene. Known for her chilling vocal performances, captivating melodies, and honest storytelling, her ethereal timbre has resonated with listeners worldwide. She is a familiar face on Lost In Dreams with a slew of releases that have seen showcase their precious pipes alongside Synymata, Friendzone, Afinity, and Danny Olson.
“Take Me Down” is an unstoppable force, an anthem of resilience that bends genres and expectations at its own will
yetep and if found’s new single “Take Me Down,” featuring Casey Cook, is available on all platforms via Lost In Dreams Records.
More About yetep
Leading the charge in community-centric music, Yetep is a dynamic producer and DJ hailing from Seoul, Korea, now based in Los Angeles. In just a few short years, he’s carved out a powerful presence in the electronic music scene through fearless creativity, heartfelt sound design, and a relentless dedication to connection — both through his music and the community around it. Gaining early traction with his monthly mix series on SoundCloud, Yetep quickly grew a devoted global following. His genre-blurring originals — blending melodic bass, future bass, and emotional electronica — have earned recognition from tastemakers like Seven Lions, Dabin, and Adventure Club, as well as releases on labels like Lost In Dreams, Ophelia, and Monstercat. Outside of the studio, Yetep is a true champion of humanity. Through his benefit festival Common Unitÿ, he’s raised vital awareness and funds to support homeless youth and mental health advocacy — using his platform to inspire meaningful impact. As he enters a bold new chapter, Yetep is currently working on his debut full-length album, “ÿ”, set for release in 2026 — a project that promises to push his artistic boundaries further than ever before.
More About if found
if found is the recording alias of Carson Maki, an LA-based electronic music artist who combines cross genre influences to create a refreshing and dark hybrid of trap, dance and bass music. Launched in 2019 and influenced by a range of artists and styles such as RL Grime and Blink-182, the if found project infuses electronic-heavy trap music with dance-inspired melodies and driving basslines bathed in a punk aura. His debut performance at EDC Las Vegas 2021 generated buzz and intrigue for the ascending artist, and the project has seen early streaming success with +27M streams to-date on Spotify alone. Melodic powerhouse, SLANDER, and if found debuted their melodic bass collaboration at Lights All Night in Dallas, TX, December 30, 2021 with the song landing on Billboard’s EDM chart at #28 for two weeks, and his official remix of Gryffin’s “Best Is Yet To Come” has been a staple of Gryffin’s set for the 2021-24 festival seasons, generating 500k streams within a week. 2024 was a year of transformation for the if found project, as Carson rolls out his new self-released EP titled WORTH.the.CRASH and had his busiest touring season thus far (17+ dates). The 6-track, independently-released EP marked an important shift in the style and ethos of if found and displays a new visual and sonic focus on underground elements of after-hours raving, reckless abandon, and darker themes like loss, addiction and betrayal. Moving into 2025, Carson has placed a renewed focus on if found’s social media presence and releasing his long backlog of road-tested and approved music. With early support from bass heavyweights such as DJ Diesel and more, Carson looks to further cement his legacy as a top-tier producer and budding artist.
More About Casey Cook
Rhode Island native and LA-based songwriter/vocalist Casey Cook is a first-call collaborator for top EDM and pop producers and an acclaimed artist in her own right. Known for her chilling vocal performances, captivating melodies, and honest storytelling, her ethereal timbre has resonated with listeners worldwide. She is an NBC Songland finalist, whose music has been heard on New Music Friday, Apple Music Dance, Dance Rising, Mint, and Bass Lounge, among others, and featured in film/TV placements including Vice, Hallmark Channel, and Sundance Now. Fiercely independent since her debut in 2016, the multifaceted artist’s otherworldly vocals have dominated the electronic dance music scene working with Wooli, Blanke, Trivecta, Bishu, Sabai, MashBit, VisionV, and more. Her skillsets rise beyond her vocals, penning songs for respected acts like Tritonal, William Black, Le Youth, Linney, and Markus Schulz, to name a few. Casey Cook continues to captivate audiences performing at major EDM festivals including EDC Las Vegas, Beyond Wonderland, Nocturnal Wonderland, Escape, and more, and on nationwide tours, showcasing her uplifting vocals while expanding her roster of high-profile collaborations and shaping her artistic legacy.
More About Lost In Dreams Records
Lost In Dreams is the latest vision to come to life from Insomniac, dedicated to creating a surreal experience across its label, festival, and events series. Powered by Insomniac Music Group and fueled by unfettered imagination, the brand aims to blur the lines between fantasy and reality, while showcasing an array of cutting-edge talent from the genres of future bass, melodic dubstep, and vocal-driven dance music. Since first taking shape at the start of 2021, Lost In Dreams Records has championed a host of boundary-pushing artists including Kaivon, Crystal Skies, Haywyre, Danny Olson, Highlnd, and more. During Labor Day weekend, the inaugural Lost In Dreams festival took over the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center for a three-stage soiree filled with sights and sounds sourced straight from your wildest fantasy.