Following the success of ‘Back It Up’ and ‘Again’ ft. Whiteroseemoxie and Yona, rising artist Sam Silver has announced the release of his latest single, ‘Downtime’ ft. Leap96, a collaboration with ALRT and French singer Yona. Released on September 27th 2024, ‘Downtime’ is the third track from Sam Silver‘s highly anticipated EP, ‘Leap 96’, which will be released on October 18th via TH3RD BRAIN Records.
‘Downtime’ brings a fresh, emotionally resonant sound, blending speed garage influences with smooth, evocative vocals. Perfect for both intimate lounges and high-energy dance floors, the track balances nostalgic emotions with an upbeat vibe. The distinctive vocal chop featured in the drop is truly an instant earworm, making it a perfect match for creators looking for trending audio.
Sam Silver reflects on the inspiration behind the track saying, “Relationships are complex and circumstances can make our feelings inexplicably oscillate. Yearning for deep, meaningful connection amidst life’s challenges and uncertainties is a universal need. We wanted to present this balance in an emotional, yet fun song that everyone can relate to”
Yona adds, “This song explores the intense emotions of a tumultuous relationship. It expresses the passion of loving someone who often feels distant, expressing a feeling of wanting to be loved even when they only want you at certain times. The lyrics reflect a desire to be accepted, and to find connection and validation in the midst of pressure and uncertainty.”
The upcoming EP, ‘Leap 96’, is a collaborative effort between Sam Silver and ALRT, pulling from the rich sonic palette of the late 90s and early 2000s, when garage and drum & bass first hit the underground rave scene. The music combines vocal-driven dance tracks designed for both uptempo and downtempo environments. The title, ‘Leap 96’, is a nod to the middle year between Sam and ALRT’s birth years, which also happened to be a leap year.
This collaboration is a testament to both artists’ backgrounds: ALRT brings his old-school rave influences, while Sam Silver adds flavors from the new-age garage, rap, and ethereal house scenes. The result is a unique fusion of garage, drum and bass, rap, and indie pop sensibility.
Sam Silver and ALRT’s partnership began during a chance meeting at a Hollywood studio co-founded by renowned artist/producer JOYRYDE. What began as a casual co-writing session evolved into a two-month-long collaboration, leading to the creation of the four songs on the ‘Leap 96’ EP and more to come.
