Brazilian techno artist ANNA has collaborated with Martin Gore for the 3rd time, creating a high-energy psychedelic remix for MG x CD + JL=’s latest release ‘Cross Whisper’.
‘Cross Whisper’ features Depeche Mode’s Martin Gore (MG), Cliff Damavandi (CD) as an artist and lyricist and Johnnie Lee (JL) as the vocalist, who is Gore’s daughter. It is inspired by the mythical idea that birds can carry messages between the living and the dead. The track has a mysterious and emotive feel to it with the whispering vocals over a dark and funky electronic beat.
ANNA has transformed this into a high-energy, danceable track. The tempo has been increased, and the track now has a strong techno beat. Overall, it feels much darker, heavier and more dance-focused, but still has the magical feel. The vocal has really changed. The high male vocals have been replaced with a deep robotic sound on the breakdowns.
ANNA explains that she got inspired to create this remix after spending 5 days at Ozora Festival.
Says ANNA: ‘This is my third time working with Martin Gore, and it’s always such an honor to collaborate. This remix came together after I had just spent five days at Ozora Festival, dancing, connecting with people and getting so inspired by the music, powerful grooves and energy there. I came back really excited to get into the studio and create something on that psychedelic vibe. And then Martin’s stems arrived, fitting perfectly with what I had in mind! I made the remix so quickly and had so much fun doing it! I was dancing and jumping around the studio while creating it.’
This latest collaboration from ANNA is an amazing track. With the hypnotic beats, cosmic sounds and storytelling it has turned ‘Cross Whisper’ into a powerful dance track.
MG x CD + JL= ‘Cross Whisper’ (ANNA Remix) is out now on Mute Records.
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