Those who’ve caught Longshanks opening up for Glitch Mob, Datsik or FlyLo have likely snapped their head around when he dropped this tune…
It’s called “Fractured Background” & it’s by a duo from New Zealand: MedicTune. hailing from Christchurch/Wellington, these two have an ethereal approach to dubstep that reminds us (in a good way) of… ok, let’s just say it; it recalls the swirling genius of Burial’s sound. The spectral vocal trails that haunt their tunes are masterfully executed hooks & combined with oceanic bass weight, MedicTune have a sound that offers depth & power on the dancefloor.
The dubstep duo is the project of Tyrone Frost & Tim Hardie. Starting sometime in 2008, these two started producing together. They would just sit on a couch & chill out in front of a computer & their creative process hasn’t changed much at all. Half way through 2009, they were offered a recording contract with Dubxtent Recordings (UK) which they took as a way of furthering their sound. Despite many other offers, MedicTune have decided to release their music through two New Zealand labels; Optimus Gryme Recordings & Bassweight Recordings.
The duo are currently working on a number of releases including a full length LP. They profess that they aren’t technical sound engineers or experienced producers, they just love making tunes that they think might reach people. A dubstep duo. Life into song. This is MedicTune.
We got to chat with the fellas from NZ in a hope to fathom what makes them tick… Continue reading
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