Branchez Releases 222 EP and Announces Summer 2016 Tour
Branchez is a rare talent. Few producers are able to create such a diverse array of electronic, pop, R&B and hip-hop influenced records. His first EP, 222, is no different. Co-written/produced by college friend turned studio collaborator Charlie Klarsfeld, the four track offering delivers a deeper, sexier vibe compared to his previously released singles.
The first song “Dreamer” features catchy synth rhythms and a smooth bass line. “IDRK” pulls you in with a slow dark build then hits you with a barrage of distorted vocals and uplifting changes. “Don’t Matter” has punchy kicks and smooth melodies that meld perfectly with the playful high pitched vocal sample. Rounding out the selection is “Next.” Singer Janine and the Mixtape’s vocal stylings make the song stand-out while capturing the romantic essence of the EP as a whole. The EP is available now via all platforms.
One of New York City’s finest, Branchez broke onto the scene with the singles “Treat You Right” and “Shake” (featured in Skrillex’s Essential Mix). Soon after, his bootleg of Rihanna’s “Stay” received international acclaim. Propelled by his sudden success, Branchez proceeded to release a handful of notable remixes, highlighted by his tasteful reworks of What So Not’s “High You Are,” Wet’s “Don’t Wanna Be Your Girl” and Alesso’s “Heroes (We Could Be).” He has since joined major acts such as Zeds Dead, RL Grime and Skrillex on tour, bringing an energetic, infectious stage presence and distinctly varied mix of sounds with him to cities around the world. With his star rising and now a full EP under his belt, look out for Branchez to have a huge second half of 2016.
See below for Branchez’s upcoming summer tour dates:
Summer 2016 Tour
July 7 – Observatory, Santa Ana, CA
July 8 – City National Civic, San Jose, CA
July 13 – Vinyl, Denver, CA
July 22 – Create, Los Angeles, CA
July 28 – Starlite Room, Edmonton, AB
July 29 – Fortune, Vancouver, BC
July 30 – Bassmint, San Diego, CA
August 5 – Mezzanine, San Francisco, CA
August 19 – Bardot, Miami, FL
August 20 – Republic, New Orleans, LA
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What's up everybody! My name is Eric Alexander, although feel free to call me The Kid Eric, which is my DJ name. I'm a recent college graduate who started with Relentless Beats back in October 2015. My dream is to be a headliner DJ, but if that doesn't happen, then what I'm doing right now is perfectly alright. As long as I got my music and good vibes. My favorite music is anything with a lot of bass in it. Bass house, dubstep, DnB, trap, and whatever else there is out there that I can put my hands on. I think it's easier to just call me a bass head really. That's pretty much there really is to me. After all, I'm just a kid doing what he loves. If you ever see me at a show don't be afraid to grab my attention and say what's up! I absolutely love meeting new people <3
