Dance, Electronic | Melodic Bass Meets Raw Intensity With Rafael and Able Grey’s Flip Of ‘Flat On My Face’
Posted by VMan on October 30, 2024
The latest remix of Gianni Taylor’s “Flat On My Face” introduces a vibrant reinterpretation, as Able Grey and RAFAEL step into the mix. This version elevates the original with melodic bass nuances, maintaining the emotional core while adding a new layer of reflective depth. Driven by up-pitched vocals and resonant synths, the track strikes a balance between wistful atmospheres and dynamic builds, creating an experience that feels fresh yet connected to the source material.
Able Grey and RAFAEL’s paths are rooted in collaboration. Able Grey emerged from Chicago, exploring the emotional spectrum of electronic music and earning his reputation through evocative, melody-driven performances. RAFAEL, from Minneapolis, brings his distinct rocktronic edge, blending heavy bass with alt-rock influences. Together, they seamlessly merge their individual styles, respecting each other’s contributions while creating something greater than the sum of its parts.
Able Grey has enthralled listeners at festivals such as Electric Forest and Beyond Wonderland, while RAFAEL’s remixes have found favor with names like Marshmello and DJ Snake. Their collective highlights underscore the depth of their talent, with this collaboration providing a compelling showcase of their artistic range. “Flat On My Face (Able Grey x Rafael Remix)” serves as a powerful message to what can happen when complementary visions align, delivering an evocative reimagining that creates an indelible impact.
Electronic | Able Grey & Meridian Team Up On Epic And Trippy ‘In The Forest’
Posted by VMan on April 29, 2024
Dive into the epic adventure that is “In The Forest,” a thrilling collaboration between Able Grey and Meridian, brought to life by Ex Medias. This track, pulsing at 110 BPM, invites listeners to a dance of introspection and energy through its profound bass and sharp percussion. Each listen reveals new layers of its dark, mysterious aura, highlighted by squeaky-clean wubs in the drop.
The making of “In The Forest” was a journey of experimentation and creativity. Meridian explored new territories in sound design, focusing on innovative mixing and layering to craft engaging bass sounds that define the track’s funky midtempo vibe. Meanwhile, Able Grey, not confined to a single concept, embraced a fluid and open approach, allowing the partnership to steer the creative process. This collaboration resulted in a track that truly represents a blend of their artistic identities, a beautiful thing that’s all too common in today’s era.
Able Grey, renowned for his distinctive live performances that incorporate an electronic drum pad and MIDI controller, continues to make waves in the Chicago music scene. His upcoming appearances include a performance at the Chicago Beyond Wonderland festival and an opening slot for Clozee and Daily Bread at Radius Chicago. His vibrant live shows are not to be missed, which feature a mix of original tracks and edits, consistently bring the heat to audiences.
Meridian, known for his refusal to be boxed into any single genre, brings a enchanting energy to his tracks and live performances. At just 26, he has made significant strides in the music industry, performing at top Chicago venues and festivals, and supporting renowned artists. His ability to blend different styles within electronic dance music has crafted a unique sonic identity that keeps audiences guessing as to what is coming next.
Future Trap | Able Grey’s ‘Fall Into The Night’ An Emotional Melodic Bass Track With A Twist
Posted by VMan on March 31, 2021
“Fall Into The Night,” by Able Grey keeps the streak of melodic bass we have heard from this guy going strong. The single kicks off right with a center-piece vocal that sets the stage of the epic melodic bass aspect soon to come.
By mid-way through, fast-paced percussion and an alluring build come to a head, thus exploding with spirit and adventure as the drop takes over from there. The energy level drops and small moment of silence acts as a mesmerizing highlight, juxtaposing the heated moments just before. These attributes reset and come through again to deliver a second drop, the aspects not feeling repetitious in nature, but fitting and give the experience a complete feel.
Based out of Chicago, Able Grey distinctively and pretty-obviously has no issue completing tracks or getting others to take a shot on his STEMS, a major plus in terms of gaining fans and staying relevant in the digital era. Alongside this, Able Grey has be able to gain the attention of massive supporters including KSHMR, Nicky Romero, Showtek, Klingande, Disco Fries, and many others.
Diverse and quite capable, Able Grey is one to keep an eye on.
Future Trap | Able Grey Collaborates With NoelleMichelle On “Not The One For Me”
Posted by VMan on February 13, 2021
Able Grey’s collaboration with NoelleMichelle, “Not The One For Me”, takes what you know about melodic trap / future bass and steps it up at notch. A natural flow of production and vocal chops work off each other at just the right moments, channeling a captivating essence captured through the fluid flow that Able Grey has made possible here.
“When it comes to my music I try to convey an idea through the instrumentation. How the vocalists will interpret it is up to them. I usually let the vocalist take the reins with lyrics because I want them to be able to put their own emotion behind their words. For this track I wanted to make something that kept my style but focused on the darker, more epic side of things. I couldn’t be happier with how Noelle delivered on it! Expect more music from the both of us in the future.”
– Able Grey
Two remixes of his track flipped by young talents and two originals deep just this year, Able Grey is giving his fans plenty to talk about while is socials and streaming continue to go on an incline.
With several songs heading toward 100K streams on Spotify and even gaining the support from EDM A-Listers like KSHMR, Nicky Romero and Showtek, there’s many reasons fans are latching onto what Able Grey is dishing out.