I usually enjoy being surprised. Whether it’s in a movie theater perched at the edge of my seat due to a respectably thrilling horror flick, or being pleasantly surprised that the bus has arrived on time, it’s quite the splendid web of emotion. As long as there’s no negative aftertaste to the catalyst of my surprise, I am generally a very happy camper.
The same comes for music. When a musician crafts a finished product that contains fresh rhythms or style, my attention is piqued. Furthermore, when a DJ is able to do this, it generally makes me conduct an auditory double take. I feel like lately I’ve contracted an electronic fever induced euphoria that ceaselessly drives me to look out for interesting electronic musicians. Bassnectar is one such musician. Saturated with the ingredients that syncopated dub step dreams are made of, Bassnectar’s timely execution of back beats weave into unexpected echoes of sound. Be it remixed or his own creative concoction, something’s bound to get through to you. This unexpected affluence of sound makes it quite compelling to keep his album in a cherished playlist or on repeat. Originating from good old California, Bassnectar has brought his own special brand of dub step dance adoration to many a sold out show around the country. This week, the Arizonan population will get hands on dance experience with the Bass. Playing tonight at the Marquee Theater, it’s sure to be a gigantic dance off for every soul that attends. So soon after dancing the night away at Deadmau5, your tired muscles have not yet recovered, you say? Dance through the pain my friends, dance through the pain. It’s all mental anyway.
My Bassnectar picks:
Bassnectar will be performing tonight at the Marquee Theater. Tickets are $31. Doors open at 7 p.m.
Have any great dance escapades you want to get off your chest? Or maybe you know some great music that should be on my radar? Email me at gmarsha2@asu.edu, or follow me at @whimsicalwookie
