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Justin Jay Teleports Listeners into Deep Outer Space With “Instincts” EP

June 11, 2014 By Young Park

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Justin Jay transmits sound waves from an electronic metropolis with his brand new Instincts EP (released on Claude VonStroke’s Dirtybird label). The EP is a cohesive collection of moody, acid house influenced beats shrouded in dark house undertones. Press play to allow this full bodied sound to beam you up into industrial tech house heaven.

“Analysis Paralysis” is a hypnotic track that plays on its name in multiple ways. Using haunting percussive sounds and full bodied synths, the track has the power to delve into the inner workings of your psyche. The deep, dub-like bassline is headed by enunciated claps as the fluid melody fades in and out to entrance the listener into a dream-like state.

Building on the mood set through “Analysis Paralysis,” “Denial” Feat. Pilo mixes in some echoed vocal chops and industrial sounds. Snaps, claps, winding synths, and tech house drums/snares pilot us into heavier beats with an acid house base. The tune vibes the spirit of an underground rave at an electrical plant.

Finally, Justin Jay tops off the musical mayhem with the title track, “Instincts.” Listeners venture down the rabbit hole as instructed by distorted vocals, bold bass riffs with strong 808’s, a sturdy bassline, and sharp synths that are reminiscent of a massive spaceship control center. Posh sounds govern this track, and it makes you feel as if you’re front and center at an exclusive outer space disco. Though the EP ends on a lighter note, it maintains a booming beat that keeps the party going. Purchase the Instincts EP on Beatport.