Hardwell – Blackout
After stating in an interview earlier this year that he would be bringing back a bit of his old sound, Dutch DJ/producer Hardwell is sticking to his word. Today is his birthday, and to celebrate, he’s giving away a free download of his latest tune. That track is called “Blackout,” and was officially premiered last week as an ID track on his radio show. “Blackout” does not rely on any big room gimmicks, and really does pay tribute to some of the older songs that brought him the success he experiences today. The Internet had given the song the unofficial title of “Old School,” because it’s groovy sound is a bit of a throwback. The top line of the song follows a rather simplistic format, and is matched by an earth-shaking bassline. The breakdown bears a striking resemblance to “Cobra,” as Hardwell works in a catchy combination of percussion and intricate synth work. The madness gets going all over again after the breakdown, as another grooving drop makes “Blackout” a great birthday tune for the Revealed Recordings boss.
