[INTERVIEW] Nate Mars Unveils Official Remixes From Liondub, Tim Reaper, Starkey & His Personal New Unique ‘Parallelogram’

Nate Mars not too long ago unveiled his newest venture, the In Time (Remixes) assortment, that includes reimagined variations of his authentic In Time EP, launched simply final November. This eagerly anticipated launch showcases remixes by esteemed artists Liondub, Tim Reaper, and Starkey, every injecting their distinctive aptitude into Mars’ tracks. Alongside these remixes, Mars introduces “Parallelogram,” a recent authentic observe that completely encapsulates his signature model.

Kicking off the In Time (Remixes) is Liondub’s reinterpretation of the title observe, “In Time.” Liondub, a seasoned determine within the world drum and bass scene, delivers a easy and polished rendition, infusing the observe with a seamless drum and bass rhythm that propels the listener ahead. With Liondub’s intensive expertise and collaborations with reggae and dancehall artists worldwide, his tackle “In Time” units the tone for the remix assortment.

In the meantime, Tim Reaper, founding father of the esteemed Future Retro London document label, provides a complicated remix of “Beginning Over.” Recognized for his mastery of jungle and breakbeat hardcore, Reaper showcases his technical prowess with intelligent breaks and minimalistic vocal components that spotlight the essence of high quality dance music. His remix exemplifies the spirit of authentic jungle music, staying true to the style’s roots whereas including a recent contact.

Philadelphia-based producer Starkey rounds out the remix assortment together with his distinctive tackle “To Kill A DJ,” infusing the observe with dub/reggae influences and hard-hitting UK storage components. Starkey’s dystopian soundscape captivates listeners, seamlessly mixing Mars’ authentic together with his distinct model, demonstrating his versatility and boundary-pushing strategy to music manufacturing.

Lastly, Nate Mars introduces “Parallelogram,” a brand-new authentic observe that showcases his experience in drum and bass and UK storage. With its metallic percussion, fast-paced breaks, and thick basslines, “Parallelogram” exemplifies Mars’ potential to shock and delight listeners together with his modern soundscapes.

We had the chance to talk with Nate in regards to the remixes and what’s forward for this 12 months. Test it out beneath!

It seems like ‘Out Of The Metropolis’ and ‘In Time’ initiatives had been main current highlights. What do you hope folks will take away from each of those works?

I’m very happy with these two releases and they’re each deeply private to me. I’ve at all times been into the sound of the TB-303. It’s a magical instrument that may sound hypnotic at instances or produce a driving, aggressive bassline however it’s so not often used past Acid Home. For the “Out Of The Metropolis” document I actually needed to push 303 norms and I believe finally DIA LUNA and I made songs the place it serves because the glue however general, we took issues in a extra darkish pop course. That document happened by means of longtime collaboration and a sequence of stay exhibits collectively, experimenting with looped vocals, drum machines and different {hardware}. Whereas I do DJ a bit as of late, I nonetheless actually love enjoying stay units with the TB-303 and different gear.

For the “In Time” launch, I went again to my roots in drum and bass/jungle a bit. I’ve at all times been impressed by that sound together with 90s rave music, breakcore and early dubstep. My very first launch was really a drum and bass launch on a compilation known as “Liberation Techniques” which additionally featured artists like DJ Spooky, DJ Wally and others from the Liquid Sky period. That launch got here out a number of years in the past and I hadn’t launched any new drum and bass since this most up-to-date “In Time” EP which options 4 new songs. I’ve been making a number of drum and bass although and am presently sitting on a number of unreleased songs. I’ll launch extra this 12 months. Within the meantime, there’s additionally a remix EP that was not too long ago launched which options remixes from Liondub, Tim Reaper and Starkey; all artists whom I deeply respect. Big due to everybody who’s listening and supporting as nicely.

How did you and Tim Reaper, Starkey and the opposite artists for the remix EP meet? It’s superior that they’ve change into a part of the ‘In Time (Remixes)’ launch.

I’ve not really met Tim Reaper earlier than. I had reached out to him a few remix for this venture as a result of I really like his manufacturing model. He’s a really prolific producer, DJ and founding father of the label FutureRetro London which has some superb releases. I’m honored that he was up for a remix. Liondub and I’ve identified one another for a few years now by means of the small New York scene. I remixed a observe for his label some time again and instantly considered him for this remix EP. Starkey and I’ve additionally identified one another for some time now and have performed just a few exhibits collectively earlier than. His remix of “To Kill A DJ” took that track to a complete different stage! The drums on that one sound bonkers.

Your work and fervour prolong past the studio. What upcoming visible venture are you engaged on, and what impressed you to concentrate on it?

Along with releasing songs, I really like engaged on initiatives the place I can convey music or sound design to immersive experiences like visible installations and video games. I not too long ago began collaborating with a longtime pal and visible artist Far Eye below the title Stress + Time, the outlet for our audio/visible work collectively. We simply had a present on view at a gallery in upstate NY for a month using old style tube TVs with looped movies that may generate completely different visible and sonic mixtures as they play. I additionally simply completed engaged on sound design for a really cool unbiased recreation known as ‘Sound Gardner’ created by James Capuder. Within the recreation, you create a sonic backyard by planting numerous crops that additionally generate sounds. Over time, sure crops will cross away (every species having a distinct lifespan) and this generates new and fascinating sonic mixtures whereas additionally making room within the backyard to develop new bushes, mushrooms and flowers. Each of those initiatives had been a number of enjoyable to work on.

There’s an environment of independence and confidence in your personal creative course evident by means of the branding and sound of the Nate Mars idea. The place does this sensibility come from?

Thanks. I attempt not to consider my “model” an excessive amount of and simply let issues move naturally. Particularly after I’m engaged on music which I do day by day, I make a degree not to consider something associated to biz and actually concentrate on getting the songs to a spot the place I be ok with them. When I’ve music that feels completed, then I’ll dedicate a while to consider the place the songs would possibly stay out on this planet and perhaps resonate with folks. Musically, I do spend time fascinated by pushing sure sounds I’m impressed by in new instructions although. That’s what led me to write down “songs” with the TB-303 as an alternative of “tracks” the place there are lyrics and extra of a construction. I believe the 303 has a lot room to encourage and attain new ears exterior of Acid Home. This considering can be what led me to sing and write lyrics for the “In Time” EP. There are another innovators who’re bringing Dnb into extra of a track construction however I believe there’s nonetheless a lot extra room for exploration.

I observed you could have releases courting again almost 15 years on Spotify. What acquired you began, and what retains you getting into music?

I’ve been a musician for a very long time, rising up enjoying bass since I used to be round 12 years previous. Ultimately that led to producing music as a result of I’d hear or think about different devices enjoying melodic elements whereas I used to be practising bass or think about what the drummer was enjoying. I’ve just about at all times identified that music is one thing I’d stick to. Now, I kind of can’t not preserve going. If time passes and I don’t work on music for a bit resulting from numerous issues that inevitably come up in life, I’ll begin feeling depressed or responsible. Music is deeply vital to me and it has at all times served as an outlet of emotional expression to have fun the fun in life or deal with its challenges.

Are there any moments or actions that place you in a extra impressed or inventive headspace?

I believe it is rather vital to make time to “soak up” different artwork varieties. I’m form of an extroverted introvert. Whereas I may be social, I additionally like to spend so much of time alone studying, listening to music, strolling in nature or enjoying video video games. I presently blaze by means of e-book each two weeks or so and get out in nature to hike fairly usually. Some superb books I’ve learn currently are “The Coming Wave” by Mustafa Suleyeman which talks in regards to the trajectory of AI and the intersection with biotechnology. I additionally discovered Rick Rubin’s “The Artistic Act” to be tremendously inspiring and relevant to any inventive endeavor. At present, I’m studying “Crime and Punishment” by Fyodor Dostoevsky after simply ending Cormack McCarthy’s newest novels, “The Passenger” and “Stella Maris”. Extremely advocate all of those. Additionally advocate Elden Ring and Name Of Responsibility for PS5. Haha.

Wanting again, had been there any key mentors or figures throughout your upbringing who helped put you on the trail to music?

There are a number of individuals who have enormously impacted my journey in music through the years. My good pal and unimaginable music producer Eric Maltz who now lives in Berlin began a document label with me known as AlienUpRock within the early 2000s. We pressed a document, took it to shops like Breakbeat Science, Satellite tv for pc and Eightball in NY when these shops had been open and labored on a bunch of music collectively. Now we have realized quite a bit from one another through the years. On the movie/TV music facet of issues, my good pal Greg Tobler is an incredible combine engineer who has labored on some nice exhibits for HBO, Netflix and others. He has given me many alternatives through the years to hone my expertise and I’m very grateful. On the enterprise facet of issues, my good pal Justin Klienfeld who owns rephlektor, a music PR and advertising company has given me a lot unimaginable recommendation through the years, serving to me navigate the ever-changing panorama of the trade. There are such a lot of different folks I need to shout out right here however these 3 folks come to thoughts by way of the direct influence they’ve had on my music. I additionally enormously belief their ears and generally share initiatives forward of launch for a vibe examine. I don’t wish to share music with too many individuals earlier than I launch one thing however this crew is in my inside circle.

And whereas not essentially mentors as a result of I don’t know them personally, musical artists like Huge Assault, The Prodigy, Bjork, Apex Twin, Jamie xx, The Knife, Susumu Yakota, Philip Glass, Goldie and Moby instantly come to thoughts as having made a big impact on my work. I’m additionally deeply impressed by artists who work in different mediums like Agnes Danes, Yayoi Kusama and Tomás Saraceno.

How is 2024 searching for you? Are there upcoming releases you could have slated, and what are your targets?

I’m presently sitting on a number of unreleased music. Most of it’s acid leaning, drum and bass or jungle impressed and there’s additionally some actually bizarre experimental stuff thrown in. I plan to launch extra data this coming 12 months beginning in Spring of 2024. I’m additionally engaged on a reasonably large audio/visible venture that comes with some previous movies that at the moment are within the public area. I’m enthusiastic about that venture and could have extra to share quickly!