Zombie Cats & BLVCK CROWZ - Emperor

Buy/stream: Two names that need no introduction, Viper are proud to welcome back Zombie Cats to the label alongside BLVCK CROWZ for a massive four track collaborative EP. The title track “Sucker Punch” lures the listener in with a bouncy melody and ethereal sounds, teasing an Eastern influence over a classic beat. Things start to turn to the dark side, however, with ominous vocals leading to the build up which completely destroys any earlier sense of serenity. As one might expect from the coming together of these two bass music giants, the drop is the amalgamation of jump-up energy and neurofunk intricacy, sure to please a wide range of fans. Next up, “Emperor” is an enchanting last track with a radio-friendly vocal that will have crowds singing along come festival season without a doubt. The most upbeat of the EP, the drop offers a bouncing groove amidst face-skewing basslines and is a guaranteed earworm. “Get With It” opens on a soft, almost acoustic note, with prominent strings offering a brief calm before the bass kicks in. Even more loud and in your face than its predecessor, “Get With It” will see the best bass faces come to light with a drop that is pure carnage. Last but certainly not least, “Day You Die” is a haunting record as the name might suggest. An ominous vocal sets the stage before elegant piano takes over, giving the listener goosebumps almost immediately. The juxtaposition between the softer keys against another explosive drop makes this a stand out track, with the sounds of both BLVCK CROWZ and Zombie Cats easily recognisable amidst the chaos. With two big names coming together for one even bigger EP, Zombie Cats and BLVCK CROWZ have outdone themselves with this “Sucker Punch EP”. A strong start to the year for Viper, this release is just a taste of what’s in store for 2024. Buy/stream: #dnb #drumandbass