Out to Drooka and the 4D blog for the review:
http://deepdarkdungeondubstep.tumblr.co ... oka-review
"Continuing with his string of recent success, Brazilian bass don Mishva (and part of the 4D fam) has provided two huge tracks for release on Portland based imprint Phantom Hertz.
The title track, ‘Soundboy’, kicks things off with a pad that immediately sets the deep and dangerous tone for this tune. As the intro progresses, the full bodied hi-hats quicken as a signature mid-range growl enters the mix just in time to prepare listeners for the forthcoming drop.
…”Soundbwoyyyyyy” ushers in a healthy dose of Mishva’s signature midrange synthesis and percussive rhythms. The sharp hats and reverberant rim hits ride a wave of pressure created by the deadly kicks and a sub sure to warrant the need for chestplate protection. Swells of distorted bass and long off atmospheric one-hits emerge, keeping the listener on edge throughout. Just as the first drop is hitting a stride, the murky atmosphere resurfaces and takes full control over the rest of the elements heading into the break.
The tension only continues to mount as the listener is slowly reintroduced to Soundboy with a minimal selection of percussion, pressure, and atmosphere. Just as the anticipation is about to overflow, Mishva pushes his high energy growls back to center stage for the conclusion of this tune.
From the first hit, it is hard to ignore the dub infusions of ‘Dharma’. Long delays, lush vinyl crackles, and deep dubby instrumentals highlight the introduction and suggest a more melodic second offering to this release.
The drop does not disappoint; as trademark midrange and sub bass once again fill out the space between the sharp half-step programming. Listeners are kept intrigued by the quick addition of a lively, high end shaker line which adds further movement to the dynamic of this tune. Dharma only continues to develop as the dub hits fall into to place keeping the beat amidst the surrounding elements.
A break emerges, consisting of an atmosphere constructed by deep delays and days-long reverb. As elements are slowly brought back to the listener’s attention, a subtle yet powerful pad enters the mix, adding yet another layer to this already complex tune.
After hearing this strong release (as well as the numerous other tunes already in his catalogue), it is clear that there is nothing standing in the way of Mishva in 2013. Already with a DSF awards nomination for “Best New Producer”, look for him to continue climbing the ranks and developing his already deadly sound."
- Drooka -
