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The Nashville-based dance and alt-pop duo, composed of lead singer and pianist Jake Nawas, alongside producer and multi-instrumentalist Ben McDaniel, have cultivated a captivating groove rooted in classic house and EDM influences. Now, the duo has enlisted the undeniably addictive sounds of Heather Russell for a soaring new house-meets-drum-n-bass anthem.

Infused with relentless production and complemented by Russell’s inspired vocal range, “Contact High” is a true warehouse-ready club anthem. Opening with a mesmerising array of synthesiser melodies, the track's heavy, pulsating basslines ebb and flow, eventually giving rise to an almost trap rap-like section where Russell’s inspired lyricism effortlessly floats atop of high-octane percussion. The production shines, with basslines anchoring the song and providing a solid backdrop for Russell's dynamic vocals, while the synth-pop melodies leave an unforgettable impression on listeners.

"‘Contact High’ is a song that thrives on the dance floor. It's about everyone else in the room melting away as the music forges a cosmic connection between you and your partner,” shares NAWAS. “There's nothing coy or subtle here; the lyrics assert, ‘You don’t need to chase me, I am right here, baby, I am yours.’ Just their touch is all you need to keep the night alive.”  

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Words by Tristen Jithan