Today, the highly anticipated goth-themed EP “IT’S NOT A PHASE” is released by Rezz, the Canadian bass music legend and HypnoVizion label head. The 7-track rock-tinged EP includes previously released singles ‘Blue In The Face’, ‘Signal’, and ‘Embers’.
Representing Rezz’s past, present, and future, “IT’S NOT A PHASE” offers an intimate body of work that delves into her sonic influences. The EP showcases her goth roots as more than just a passing trend, blending alternative rock references from her youth with the modern electronic tendencies that define her catalog. Featuring collaborations with Alice Glass, Silverstein, Johnny Goth, Grabbitz, MKLA, Raven Gray, and fnksyd, along with a guest appearance from Polyphia guitarist Tim Henson, this is Rezz’s most vocal-driven project to date.
The EP begins with ‘Signal’, a powerful alt-rock anthem with Grabbitz that sets the tone for the dark and dramatic sounds explored throughout the project. From the moody guitar melodies of ‘Haunted Eyes’ featuring MKLA to the distorted basslines and supernatural vocals of ‘Blue In The Face’ with Shadient and fknsyd, “IT’S NOT A PHASE” weaves dynamic builds and midtempo drops through a rocktronic lens.
Continuing to delve into different facets of rock music, the EP includes the angsty balladry of ‘Embers’ with Raven Gray and the hauntingly eerie ‘Blurry Eyes’ with Johnny Goth. ‘Dreamstate’, featuring Canadian rock band Silverstein and Polyphia guitarist Tim Henson, exudes gritty tones and tormented lyricism reminiscent of Rezz’s 2000s emo influences. The EP concludes with ‘Not Enough’, a daring track featuring former Crystal Castles frontwoman Alice Glass that pushes the boundaries of Rezz’s genre-bending style.
Regarding the EP, Rezz said, “With this goth EP, I’ve really encapsulated some of my early inspiration musically before I even got into dance music. I grew up listening to bands exclusively, and over time developed an understanding of what it was about those songs that I loved. Lots of use of guitar, eerie melodies and distorted basses – this is a blend between sounds I’m known for while also expanding on my range with using new vocal styles and instruments.”
Each track offers a glimpse into the nostalgic punk tones of Rezz’s teen years, seamlessly blended with the bass-heavy elements of her signature sound. “IT’S NOT A PHASE” perfectly captures the dichotomy of sonic influences that have defined her unique musical journey.
