Kings Dead’s latest release, Path to Paradise by Haddadi Von Engst, brings a fresh twist to the West Coast hip hop scene. The track immerses listeners in the laid-back yet raw energy of LA, combining smooth, mellow vibes with gritty basslines that rumble beneath a foundation of hard-hitting beats. The production captures the feeling of cruising through the city at night, where the bass reverberates through the streets and the aggressive rhythm mirrors the pulse of the city’s vibrant nightlife. With Path to Paradise, the duo brings a unique blend of sun-soaked coolness and underground grit that’s bound to make an impact.
Haddadi Von Engst, a name once veiled behind untitled white-label releases, emerged as a powerhouse in electronic music during the pandemic’s transformative years. In 2020, HVE officially debuted through the Canadian label You Plus One, quickly leaving a seismic impact on the Beatport charts. Their first release, I Was Blind, featuring a remix by Rodriguez Jr., reached #3 on Beatport’s Melodic House & Techno Charts. They followed up with Run, featuring an Einmusik remix, which soared to #1 on the same chart and claimed the #2 spot on Beatport’s overall Top 100. With each track accompanied by superstar collaborators and remixes, Haddadi Von Engst’sreleases, including the highly anticipated Till the End with Phonic Youth and Super Flu, continue to push boundaries and cementing HVE as a formidable force in the genre.
Getting to know Haddadi Von Engst
Tell us a more about your sound and how it has evolved.
Everything from David August to Prodigy and of course, a massive West Coast Los Angeles influence
Any words you want to share to encourage other artists and producers?
Make what sounds good to you. Don’t worry about everyone else
Networking, consistency, character, approach… what and how do you initiate your Industry relationships?
We treat every human with the utmost respect.
Is there anyone specific you’d like to thank that has helped you evolve and why?
Our good friend and brother Siavash.. He’s a big influence and family
Name 3 albums or labels that have inspired you the most.
Diynamic, Youplusone, Deathrow
What’s your favourite piece of studio equipment or software?
Ableton
Name your favourite club or festival in the world, and how does it makes you feel?
We love the outdoor framework events in Los Angeles
Name an outlandish rider request?
Persian lavashak
Favourite clubbing memory, who or what did it involve?
Nocturnal wonderland 2001 @ the polo field
One song you really couldn’t live without?
Roads by Portishead
Name drop your favourite tunes, artists or DJs (past or present)
David August, Dixon, Siavash, Oliver Koletski, Jaime XX, Fred Again, Tal Fussman, Ivory and many many more
What was your first music opportunity and how did it fuel your fire?
Piano recital age 4 for us both
Tell us more about your plans for the future.
Live like it’s our very last day
Any worldly advice you’d like to share?
Be kind and love with all your heart
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