Amp Live Drops Experimental Hip-hop/Bass EP, ‘The Space Burrito Experiment’

Born and raised in Texas, Amp Live has been an icon in the industry for years. He has played all over the map including prominent festivals like Cali Roots, Enchanted Forest, and Lollapalooza. Now the California-based multi-platinum DJ and producer Amp Live continues to push the boundaries of his genre-blurring production style in his new EP, The Space Burrito Experiment. The 4-track collection sees him fuse bass music with bizarre, yet timeless, remix samples of classic hip-hop tracks, transforming familiar sounds into a refreshing package of sonic treats.

“I used to feel like I was in a box. Even though that box was cool and successful, I didn’t feel like I had a voice. ‘Cause I don’t rap, I don’t sing. Basically, whoever I’m with, what they say is my voice in a way. People can interpret beats in any way, but with lyrics, it is pretty straightforward. It’s been hard building things back up, but I’m in a way better mental place. I can do whatever I want; I feel free.” – Amp Live

The Space Burrito Experiment is a bold exploration of hip-hop classics reimagined through the lens of contemporary electronic music. The four-track collection opens with “Rolling Down The Street,” a mesmerizing take on Snoop Dogg’s “Gin and Juice,” where lush string riffs intertwine with the original lyrics before descending into a warbly, bass-driven soundscape. “CA Love” follows, transforming Tupac’s “California Love” with an unexpected rock edge that evolves into groovy, downtempo drops and pulsating basslines. The third track, “I Got 5,” reinvents Luniz’ “I Got 5 On It” with razor-sharp bass lines and glitch-like elements, creating an infectious beat that bridges nostalgia and innovation. The EP concludes with “Gypsy Make Up,” a hypnotic interpretation of Crystal Waters’ “Gypsy Woman,” which unfolds like a sonic tapestry from delicate, ethereal beginnings to a rich, textured climax.

Throughout the EP, Amp Live demonstrates his mastery of intricate sound design, seamlessly blending elements of hip-hop, electronic, and experimental music. Each track aims to surprise and engage with its dynamic progression and layered complexity, offering a fresh perspective on these iconic songs while pushing boldly into new auditory territories. The Space Burrito Experiment EP is out now and available to stream across all platforms via Dirt Monkey’s imprint 19K Sounds.