Goom Gum return to the spotlight with their latest melodic techno offering, ‘Gothico’. Released through their label Avtook, the track dives into the heart of the duo’s signature darkness. ‘Gothico’ and its album art draw inspiration from medieval architecture, merging sacred emotion with powerful rhythm. The result is a dance worthy and hypnotic experience that feels spiritual, cinematic, and commanding.
A Cathedral Techno Banger
‘Gothico’ begins with a deep, heavy kick and a resonant bass synth that steals attention immediately. The rhythm unfolds gradually, building anticipation with each layer. A crisp clap joins the progression, reinforcing its steady, club-driven heartbeat.
Soon, the energy begins to shift. A haunting choir enters, echoing through reverb like voices in a marble cathedral. Behind them, eerie bass drones stir, creating a chilling sense of grandeur. This is where Goom Gum Gothico earns its name, blending divine harmony with dark emotion.
The choir fades for a moment, giving space to hollow pads that hover like fog. This calm feels fragile yet powerful, the eye of a gothic storm. Then, the voices return, rising above the beat as every element converges. The choir helps the final section build with force and emotion. Soon, the energy peaks and after a massive Goom Gum drop, the service convenes.
Visual and Artistic Concept
The artwork for ‘Gothico’ mirrors the sound. Marble columns rise around a central statue, evoking the vaulted spaces of Gothic cathedrals. In medieval art, the Gothic style symbolized ambition and ascension. Likewise, Goom Gum’s ‘Gothico’ transforms these ideas into music, using symmetry and texture to craft an atmosphere that feels both ancient and alive.
About Goom Gum
Formed in 2018, Goom Gum are a Russian DJ and producer duo known for their blend of melodic techno and progressive house. Their sound balances rhythm with emotion, often moving between mystery and intensity.
They broke through with ‘Pantheon’, a Beatport chart-topper created with Argy, followed by ‘It’s A Lot’, which Pete Tong named an Essential Tune. Their releases on Afterlife, Renaissance, and Tomorrowland Music have gained worldwide recognition. Beyond their performances at Tomorrowland and Hï Ibiza, the duo continue shaping their sound through Avtook, a label devoted to creative freedom.
You can learn more about Goom Gum in an interview one of our top writers, Scott Lombardo had with the duo.