Returning with another slice of UK influenced breaks, from the heart of Germany – Dante drops the affecting and powerful new single "Need You". Released via Bad Parrot the track is a rave-ready anthem that effortlessly bridges genres, drawing from jungle, house, and UK-inspired breaks. With chopped vocals, a pulsating bassline – it's a track that could easily have been shaped by the likes of Overmono or Joy Orbison
“Need you is a song about the feeling of wanting to have someone around you. The person gives a feeling full of energy and bubbling joie de vivre, but despite everything there is also a hint of fear in the excitement of vulnerability. The composition of the sounds reflects this. The balance between the heaviness of the bass and the lightness of the vocals show this contrast. In addition, the drums have many special layers that have been incorporated into the production. Like my voice or a click on wood to make the sound organic.“ – Dante
The song explores the tension between longing and vulnerability, a theme Dante captures beautifully in both composition and production. The weighty bassline anchors the track, while ethereal vocal samples and emerging chords create a sense of lightness. This interplay of contrasting elements mirrors the emotional push and pull of needing someone—a sensation Dante describes as bubbling with joy yet tinged with fear. Organic touches, such as subtle vocal nuances and percussive clicks, add a tactile quality to the soundscape, making the track feel both expansive and intimate.
Hailing from Magdeburg, Germany, Dante—real name Patrick Dederich—continues to cement his place as a rising force in electronic music. With prior features on Spotify’s Afterhours and Fresh Finds GSA playlists, listen to "Need You" below..
