State Of Mind - Single Review: Fateful Hour
Auckland Drum and Bass duo State of Mind have come a long way over the years, with 6 albums and many high profile collaborations under their belt.
Their latest release Fateful Hour with Black Sun Empire, is yet another fine example of this outfit’s world class production prowess.
The title of this track is inspired by a famous journalist, Robert St John. At 1am, June 6, 1944, Robert ominously announced "Ladies and Gentlemen, we may be approaching a fateful hour. All night long bulletins have been pouring in from Berlin claiming that D-Day is here". And he was right.
This quote is featured throughout the track, and underpins its menacing neuro-funk assault on the senses.
Right from the get-go, Fateful Hour creates a feeling that "something epic is about to happen"… Much like Robert’s announcement. Brooding build-ups, and 'siren-like' risers create a sense of urgency. When the drop hits, it’s like an explosion inside your chest, and all hell breaks loose.
Fateful Hour’s menacing bassline is punctuated with searing leads and relentless, punchy beats. This track has been mixed to be played LOUD - It’s an absolute behemoth.
Kudos to State of Mind and Black Sun Empire, for crafting yet another banger - Its D-Day inspired theme may be dark in nature, but its trance inducing flow will no doubt be appreciated on the D-Floor.
About State Of Mind
Initially signed to Total Science's CIA label in 2004, the State of Mind discography has rapidly expanded to include labels such as, Teebee's Subtitles Records, Futurebounds Viper label, Doc Scotts 31 Records, Simon Bassline Smiths Technique Recordings, Bad Company, Obsessions, and more.
In 2007 the lads launched their own record label, SOM Music.
Visit the muzic.net.nz Profile for State Of Mind
Releases
Other Reviews By TheMechanism
Gig Review: Jon Toogood @ Leigh Sawmill, Leigh - 03/01/2021
04 Jan 2021 // by TheMechanism
I’ve enjoyed many Shihad shows over the years. Visceral guitars and bass, thunderous drums, and powerful vocals are the hallmark of Shihad’s sound… But, what happens when you strip it all back to just Jon Toogood, and an acoustic guitar?
Read More...
Geoff Ong - Album Review: Maybe It’ll Be Alright
19 Nov 2020 // by TheMechanism
It was a hot Summer’s night, and I was crammed into the King’s Arms, waiting to see Animals as Leaders opening for Periphery, back in 2014. Suddenly, there was an announcement over the PA.
Read More...
Most Viewed Artists
Latest Galleries
NZ Top 10 Singles
- APT.
ROSÉ And Bruno Mars - DIE WITH A SMILE
Lady Gaga And Bruno Mars - BIRDS OF A FEATHER
Billie Eilish - TASTE
Sabrina Carpenter - I LOVE YOU, I'M SORRY
Gracie Abrams - ESPRESSO
Sabrina Carpenter - SAILOR SONG
Gigi Perez - LOSE CONTROL
Teddy Swims - A BAR SONG (TIPSY)
Shaboozey - GOOD LUCK, BABE!
Chappell Roan
More Content on muzic.net.nz
Google Site Search
100% New Zealand Music
All content on this website is copyright to muzic.net.nz and other respective rights holders. Redistribution of any material presented here without permission is prohibited.
Report A Problem
