Tech house has been blowing up dance floors since the early 1990s. The genre - house music that combines elements of techno and house through the revival of melodic synths, vocal hooks, smooth rhythms and bass lines - has recently re-entered the mainstream. in the year
In a highly competitive scene, the 29-year-old from Westend, New York, has established herself as one of the genre's most promising artists, cementing her place with her energetic, refreshing and avant-garde tracks. Tastemaker showcases that signature sound on "Dive In (Featuring Notelle)," released on September 29th.
The song features energetic bass lines, catchy high lines, heavenly sounds, swirling synths and more to create an anthemic track. "I think it's a good example of my sound," says Westend, who goes by the stage name Tyler Morris. "I want to make cool music that you can listen to in a club or a festival, but at the same time you can go to the gym and blast it or listen to it in the car."
Dive In is Morris' debut album, released via TRACE AMOUNTS. According to the sound engineer, he presented the track because he created a real platform. He says he plans to sign the music of various artists and release his albums there.
"I felt it was time for me to create a bit more of a creative identity and run another brand," explains the producer. "For me, it's another creative outlet that I really wanted to use."
The title TRACE WIRE refers to the fact that the tap water contains traces of chemicals, and the visuals pay homage to his Manhattan upbringing. Its futuristic travel factor features an urban aquatic aesthetic with shades of green and blue, as well as a half-submerged New York City and swimming fish. Morris' love of the Big Apple goes beyond that: his name is an ode to his favorite part of the city, which contributed to his musical education as a teenager. He also attended the Bronx High School of Science, the same institution as synthesizer inventor Robert Moog, which further fueled Morris' interest in dance music.
In addition to her vocal talents, Morris is the founder of Kick & Bass, an online school and community she created to generate income during the pandemic, because spin clubs weren't an option for her. He was encouraged to take a course on music production via Zoom to kick off "tech house 101". Then, he said, the rumor mill began receiving orders from manufacturers around the world. Kick & Bass was on Zoom for two years, allowing artists to create a specific genre of their choice before controversy arose. Discord is available with a monthly subscription, giving access to Morris and coaches who post new videos and comment on members' music every week.
"One of the biggest challenges of being a producer is making a song, and especially when you're learning, you don't like to say there's something right and wrong in music," Morris explains, "but there are definitely ways to do things." something in the style of music.” the best way.
A former Discord member has found success with a track signed to the venerable label Lee Foss on Repopulate Mars. That launched the former student's career, and he's since performed at music festivals like HARD Summer and Splash House, Morris says.
Morris studied public policy before working at a tech company. If the Duke University graduate hadn't become a producer, he says he would have entered the music industry in some way, perhaps in technology. Morris's foray into the music business has been a success, being named one of Beatport's top 10 best-selling tech-house producers. Hits like "Jumpin'" not only topped the charts, but also reached the box office of MK, Diplo, Foss, John Summit and Sonny Fodera. The designer has performed at clubs and festivals around the world, including Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, CRSSD, Shambhala, The Brooklyn Mirage and Electric Daisy Carnival Mexico. He also embarks on his first North American tour under his own label, with more than 30 stops. His upcoming set at the popular Academy venue in Los Angeles will be his first open and closed set with a DJ throughout the show. The show will take place on September 30.
However, it was not without problems that he got his fame. Morris' biggest hurdle in life is quitting his job at a tech startup to become a full-time producer and DJ. The tech mogul was living at home at the time after losing almost all of his income to become a music tech entrepreneur. "There were definitely a lot of years of doubting and wondering if this was going to happen to me," Morris says, adding that he suffers from impostor syndrome. Despite these concerns, he has gained the recognition he deserves, as evidenced by his successful career.
Morris demonstrates his success through his production skills as well as his ability to teach, launch a label, top the charts for weeks, release work on internationally recognized labels and overcome challenges while growing as an artist. Indeed, the Westend is well worth a visit.
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