There are a lot of talented artists out there, yet not all of them showcase the same degree of research and sonic curiosity as JimiDek does. Take, for instance, ‘breaktime’. At first glance, it might appear as your glitchy, imaginative D&B track, yet, on closer look, one realises what’s actually happening: a musical study around the concept of ‘breaks’, following the way they radiate energy and create tension within the piece.
That’s how ‘breaktime’ finds its striking identity. Balancing glitchy beats, familiar breaks, and buoyant, ethereal melodic textures, the record pushes listeners into high-octane, boundary-pushing Drum & Bass territories, providing an aural experience that’s both nostalgic and futuristic, also boasting a great deal of witty arrangement solutions.
Nigerian-born (from Abuja) and now based in London, JimiDek has been enjoying a steady rise in the British electronic scene. He holds a lot more to offer than just being a producer and DJ: he’s an artistic researcher, a talented figure who’s not happy with the status quo, instead looking for more – a sonic voyager, if you will. An adventurer.
Speaking about the inspiration behind ‘breaktime’, the nuanced creative explains: “With ‘breaktime,’ I wanted to capture that magical feeling of childhood freedom through the lens of drum and bass. By weaving together chopped breaks, African percussion, whimsical melodies, and the sounds of children at play, I’ve created something that’s both technically interesting and emotionally evocative. It’s like recess for your ears—a moment of playful escape in a structured world.”
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