Electronic
Cole Bayzick melts genre lines with emotionally charged single “Apathy”
Cole Bayzick’s “Apathy” defies patterns and raises some new ones. A bold track that refuses to be categorized, “Apathy” is anything but emotionless. It’s a rich emotion woven from surprising musical threads, and at the bottom is a message that feels universal. “Apathy” glides with the natural uncontaminated flow that keeps listeners entranced from the first second. The vocals, sung with raw honesty by Bayzick’s longtime friend Jake Barnhart, bring a deeply personal dimension to the journey. Barnhart’s voice is what the lyrics land on, bringing the lived emotion of the song with them so that each line feels grounded and real.
“Apathy” is a cross-genre music that combines electronic textures with the dirt of rock, the rhythmic underpinnings of hip-hop, the vivid storytelling of folk and country, and the diverse flavors of world music without ever sounding desperate. Every element does its job without overbalancing the others. The resulting soundscape is adventurous but approachable. Gentle shades of funk and soul add depth and warmth that makes “Apathy” nearly impossible not to groove to. And what’s most compelling about “Apathy” is the way it balances contrast. It’s the kind of song you can sink back in on a silent drive or bounce against your kitchen walls.
It’s in that contrast, between movement and stillness, complexity and ease, that the magic exists. Instead of getting lost in this lack of affect, Bayzick’s “Apathy” sounds more like a wake-up call and a reminder that even the most chill sounds can resonate with profound emotional resonance. It’s a song that wears its heart on its sleeve, asking us to do the same. On “Apathy,” Cole Bayzick shows he wasn’t here to play nice. He’s here to make something true, something that talks heart to feel, and something that sounds like nothing else on your playlist at the moment. This is genre-melding at its most authentic, and it’s just the beginning.
Artist Spotlight
“Skyline” by Jamythyst captures the glow of new love in the city
Jamythyst’s new release, “Skyline,” is an electronic pop dream, a cinematic cityscape glowing with the promise of early-stage romance. This track is from the emotional haze of falling in love in New York City and those moments when time stops, and everything feels brighter than reality.
“Skyline” buzzes with synths and electronic textures, building a reflective sound, reminiscent of The Postal Service or Owl City. There’s a low pulse running through the mix, like city lights flashing through a taxi window at night. This track is inspired by images of shared moments, late-night drives, quiet rooftops, and lingering goodbyes, and captures the beauty of connection in its earliest form.
Jamythyst is an artist with a unique personality, drawing inspiration from the energetic 80s to 2010s sound but remade into a modern electronic pop sound. And with that, “Skyline” is a modern take on electronic pop storytelling, with the perfect balance between emotion and production aesthetics. The song is a warm ode to love, loneliness, and memories. Jamythyst is an emerging voice in emotive electronic pop, weaving immersive sounds that translate personal memory into universal feeling.
Artist Spotlight
With “Chasing Slow,” Cinephile blends reflection, hope, and craftsmanship
For many artists, a long absence is something to worry about, but for Cinephile, it became an opportunity for reinvention. With an atmospheric electronic track that is familiar and refreshingly new, “Chasing Slow” sees the return of the Scottish duo after a decade since their last project, the “Skin” EP.
Cinephile, the project of writer & producer Kenny Inglis and vocalist Susan Wallace, has always been about making music that resonates on a deeper level. The duo embraces both the experiences and struggles of a changing world, leaving a sense of hope and renewal in “Chasing Slow.”
The song’s electronic downtempo basis sets up an immersive atmosphere that compels you to slow down and drink in every detail. The song was recorded remotely between two studios in Scotland, and although reflective of the reality of modern music-making, it still has the feel of an intimate song.
Susan Wallace’s vocals add a little warmth and emotion, drifting effortlessly through the finely tuned soundscape of the track. Kenny Inglis’ production, on the other hand, is cinematic and forward-thinking. “Chasing Slow“ is a song of resilience, growth, and artistic evolution. It’s a reminder that great music can go far and inspire reflection and comfort in uncertain times.
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