In 2014, Sam Shepherd wrote a career-defining tune in a matter of minutes. "Nuits Sonores" was finished on a flight to the Lyon festival of the same name, and it sounds as effortless as it apparently was. This effortless quality reflects his ability to create immersive music that resonates with audiences on various levels, combining jazz, house, and techno influences while showcasing his diverse talents as a producer and DJ.
The rollout for Cascade started back in 2022 with 'Vocoder,' an industrial-strength anthem to file alongside 'Nuits Sonores' and 2019's 'LesAlpx.' 'Vocoder (Club Mix)' opens the album in a boisterous rush, careening toward a breakdown of clipped vocal samples that spill out like a cargo of french fries from a turned-over semi. It's nearly reckless by Floating Points standards, capturing that feeling when the strobes hit hard and you can't tell if the lights are getting to you or you're just more faded than you thought.
This time he's focused on bolstering his club cunning alongside his musical chops. Cascade is not just a sequel but a further exploration of his ability to blend different genres for the dance floor. With a single-minded mission to create an exhilarating experience, Shepherd's approach merges his jazz influences with a relentless energy, bringing audiences together in a euphoric celebration.
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