Every artist reaches a point in their early career when they step out from under the shadow of their influences and create a sound that’s unmistakably their own. For ANDRÉUS, the producer hailing from the DMV, that moment is now – crystallized in his latest single, “BAUOW.” This powerful track serves not only as a formidable new entry in the dubstep canon but also as the groundbreaking debut for Red Set Records, signaling that a fresh, potent voice is ready to reshape the electronic scene.
The foundation of ANDRÉUS’ creative drive began not in a studio, but with the simple, driving rhythm of a toy drum kit. At seven years old, playing Rock Band with his brothers ignited a lifelong fascination with percussion. This early, foundational love for the beat became his compass, guiding him toward more complex musical inquiries. The pivotal turn came with the revelation of Skrillex’s music, the bizarre audio environment prompting the fundamental question for any aspiring electronic artist: How is that sound even created? His eventual enrollment in drum lessons provided the answer, as his instructor, Tarek, introduced him to the Native Instruments Maschine—the tool that would translate his percussive instinct into digital composition.
With “BAUOW,” ANDRÉUS takes his first real dive into pure dubstep, but the track still carries all the color and emotion his fans know and love. It’s a track born from high-level inspiration, citing the chaotic precision of “Turn It Up – Slushii & Affinity VIP” and the melodic weight of “Stay” by TYNAN and Ace Aura. Listening to the track is a five-minute, six-second experience that moves with the confidence of an artist fully in control of his vision. The basslines hit deep and hard, but they’re punctuated by sudden, sparkling melodic moments that cut through the intensity, creating a striking contrast.
This deliberate duality is precisely what ANDRÉUS sought to achieve: he wants listeners to walk away feeling something with a hint of primal intensity, but simultaneously something beautifully surreal. The track succeeds by using the established framework of dubstep as a canvas for unexpected sonic textures, turning what might be a predictable drop into a moment of pure, vibrant sound design.
The release of this single elevates ANDRÉUS from a promising talent to the cornerstone of a new enterprise. Having already cultivated an audience with previous releases—including his 2020 tracks “Anyone” and “Beyond”, and the success of the 2021 track “Passenger 7” which amassed thousands ofstreams on Spotify alone—ANDRÉUS brings a proven track record to Red Set Records. The label, making its mark with an artist who has been refining his craft through an EP, Showdown, in 2022, is clearly committed to backing originality and artistic evolution. “BAUOW” demonstrates that the most potent electronic music can be both intensely rhythmic and profoundly emotional. For those seeking the kind of sound that marries heavy impact with introspective complexity, ANDRÉUS has delivered a monumental work, and has officially launched himself—and his new label—into an exciting, bass-driven future.
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