Following his previous standout releases on DARKMTTR, IAMDOOMED returns with a fierce new four-track EP ‘Vertigo' that pushes boundaries and basslines alike. Building on his established style while venturing into darker, more experimental corners, this fresh offering delivers a tightly wound journey through glitchy textures, warped atmospheres, and pure dancefloor energy. With a refined sonic palette and a bold creative edge, the Vertigo EP signals an evolution in sound - one foot rooted in the underground, the other charging forward.
Opening track 'Vertigo' wastes no time pulling you into its dizzying depths. An uneasy calm is quickly shattered by fractured rhythms, slicing percussion, and a low-end that shudders with intent. Vocal snippets flicker like warning lights in the fog, adding tension and urgency as the track builds to a heady, chaotic peak. It’s a twisted descent into the void - designed for dark rooms, strobe lights, and minds wide open.
Next up, 'Dreamed' flips the script, shifting into a more introspective yet no less potent mode. The track opens with ghostly melodies and a hypnotic background that feels like a half-remembered thought. Glitch-laced drumwork snakes through the mix, giving way to an understated yet relentless sub that anchors the track’s dreamlike haze. There’s a haunting beauty here - serene and strange, like a lullaby caught in a feedback loop.
'Burn' raises the temperature again, hitting hard from the outset with snarling bass pressure and surgically precise breaks. It’s a high-octane ride through dystopian soundscapes, where distorted sounds act as both hook and menace. The arrangement is tight and relentless, with sudden dropouts and jagged builds that keep the listener locked in. This one’s designed to detonate on the dancefloor - pure fire from start to finish.
Rounding off the EP, 'Selecta' brings a touch of swagger to the darkness. Built around a chopped-up vocal shout and a rolling, tech-infused groove, the track blends funk and menace with serious finesse. There’s a playful unpredictability to its structure - glitchy fills, dubby echoes, and surprise switch-ups keep it dynamic while never losing sight of the weight. It’s the kind of tune that turns heads and moves feet in equal measure.
With this release, IAMDOOMED sharpens his identity while stretching the limits of his production. It's an EP that hits hard but stays weird, nods to tradition while tearing up the blueprint. Whether you're locked into headphones or lost in a warehouse crowd, this collection demands your attention and marks another bold step forward for both artist and label.
