Prominent melodic EDM artist, Subtact has returned with his new single, “Let You Go” today. Marking his first single of 2023 and first release following a brief period of silence, “Let You Go” is a cathartic release of the emotional turmoil and pain that Subtact experienced over the past few years. During the early stages of the pandemic, the pressure to continually produce bangers became too much for Subtact to bear, leading him to take a much-needed mental health break from the EDM scene. The new track marks a triumphant return, as well as the artist emerging better on the other side.
Speaking on the song, he explained, “My passion for the sort of music I was known to create was dwindling, and the direction the music industry was heading in was bleak from my perspective. Many personal demons held me back from releasing music during this time. Showing this song to the world is a mental and emotional exhale, and in a way it’s closing the door on a dark time in my life by finally releasing my musical ties to it.”
During this time, he decided to break free from the mold he had created for himself and explore different genres and sounds. As he experimented, he realized that the true joy of making music was in the act of creation itself. He yearned for the freedom to create whatever he wanted, without any restrictions or limitations.
With this newfound perspective, he developed a fresh sound palette that allowed him to breathe new life into his melodic bass music. He no longer relied on the same old sawtooth sound design and instead began to explore new avenues, including sampling.
“What started as an exercise in using the human voice as a lead element in a drop quickly turned into one of my most randomly prized creations I’d ever stumbled across. One slightly chopped Splice melody caught my heart and I held onto the track for years before finally finding a home for it here at bitbird. If I were to put specific names on some artists who most inspired this whole period of my music, it would fittingly be San Holo”
With the release of “Let You Go,” Subtact marks his return to the music scene, signaling the end of a dark period in his life. This new single represents a cathartic release for the artist and serves as a testament to his passion for music and his willingness to explore new sounds and genres. As he continues to experiment with his sound and push the boundaries of EDM, fans can expect even more exciting and innovative music from Subtact in the future.