“Are We Truly Free?” by KAS:ST is a concentrated Melodic Techno sound with a dark and epic energy typical of the best releases of the style. From start to finish the composition is built on a tenacious dramaturgy, creating a deep tension and a disturbing, almost ominous mood. The track is done in the spirit of Afterlife’s dramatic sets, dominated by hypnotic synthesizer arpeggios and a massive groove.
If you want to feel the depth and power of modern Melodic Techno, turn on “Are We Truly Free?” by KAS:ST and dive into this hypnotic sound flow.
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Artist: Jewel Kid
Title: Are We Truly Free?
Genre: Electronic
Style: Melodic Techno & House.
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The synthesizer layer plays a key role here:
KAS:ST utilizes tight bass lines mixed with sharp, hooky synths that evolve as the track progresses. You can catch the influence of classic acid techno elements – the warm but hard bass timbre creates a hypnotic flow. The synths seem to linger, enhancing the dark and spatial feel of the composition. This approach helps to keep your attention, while KAS:ST adds textural elements that create an “airy” effect – slightly muted reverberations that rise and fall in the background.
Technically, the production is impressively well thought out:
The percussion elements sound voluminous, but at the same time laconic, leaving room for the development of the central melody. All percussion is drawn with a light but confident attack, which gives the track a special elasticity, characteristic for modern dancefloors. KAS:ST skillfully works with delay and echo effects, especially on transitions. Synths fly all over the stereo field, creating volume and seemingly expanding the space.
Ultimately, “Are We Truly Free?” – is a powerful track, although not offering anything new or extravagant, but definitely a must listen for Melodic Techno fans.
