Tate Sedar has officially returned to the spotlight with a bold new release that defies simple categorization. By masterfully blending the gritty, technical precision of complextro with the high-octane energy of drum and bass, Sedar has crafted a track that feels both like a nostalgic nod to the early 2010s and a forward-thinking evolution of his sound.
The track opens with a fierce, anti-climax electro house drop that immediately commands attention. Rather than relying on the traditional supersaw explosions common in festival anthems, the production leans into a complex, jagged sound design. The groove is driven by gritty, chopped-up patches that interact with a punchy kick and bass, showcasing the producer’s technical prowess and commitment to the complextro DNA that defined his formative years.
A Seamless Genre Transition
Perhaps the most impressive feat of the production is the transition into the final act. Shifting from the house tempo to the rapid-fire pace of drum and bass is a notoriously difficult task, yet Sedar manages it with surprising fluidity. The female vocal serves as the emotional anchor, maintaining continuity as the instrumentation shifts from the heavy, mechanical textures of the first half to the melodic, breakbeat-driven intensity of the finale.
The backstory of the track adds another layer of depth to its release. Originally conceived as a demo that sat dormant on a hard drive for a year, the project was revitalized following a critique by Laidback Luke during his demo review segment on Tomorrowland’s One World Radio. This push encouraged Sedar to dive into the world of drum and bass production, effectively teaching himself the genre from the ground up to complete the vision.
Refining the Sound
Beyond the primary genre-bending elements, the track is peppered with subtle hyperpop glitches and organic guitar textures. These flourishes prevent the second half from feeling like a standard genre exercise, instead creating a cohesive, modern soundscape. While the electro house sections feel like the artist’s home turf, the drum and bass segments show a promising new direction that suggests even greater versatility in the future.
“Take It All Back” is now available on Big Fish Recordings, marking a significant milestone for an artist who grew up idolizing the very label that is now platforming his evolution. It is a testament to the idea that staying true to one’s roots while embracing new challenges can lead to the most compelling results.
