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Snakehips Delivers a Quality Debut Album, “never worry”

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2 years ago

May 12, 2023

Oliver Lee and James Carter from the storied UK production and DJ duo, Snakehips is back at it again. Following a wave of successful singles internationally acclaimed and multi-platinum British production duo Snakehips’ highly anticipated debut album never worry is out today on Helix Records. Their philosophy is to never take things too seriously, yet always trust their own instinct. This dichotomy of emotional connection and a laid-back approach to life is harmoniously joined in their iconic and maverick sound.

For this genre-blending project Snakehips assembled an all-star cast of supporting artists including Daya, Earthgang, BIA, Lucky Daye, Dckwrth, Tinashe, Kilo Kish, Nicole Millar, MadeinTYO, Rochelle Jordan, Tkay Maidza, AG Club and Bryce Vine. This album perfectly follows the philosophy of this duo to never take things too seriously, yet always trust your own instinct. This dichotomy of emotional connection and a laid-back approach to life is harmoniously joined in their newest piece of ear candy. never worry is jam-packed full with the duo’s signature grooves within a fuzzy mesh of boundary-pushing R&B, hip hop, and dance music, all paired with standout visuals from iconic mixed media artist Ruff Mercy.

From start to finish, never worry sees Snakehips’ scintillating production wringing every ounce of star power from their roster of collaborators. Album opener “Sometimes…” lays down a strutting disco stomp for Daya’s sweet falsetto melody and Earthgang rhyming on the verse, before “Deal With It” ushers in a dirtier, bassier vibe for Kilo Kish’s sultry delivery. Another album highlight “Solitude” already a Top 5 US Dance Radio chart hit. This one is graced with BIA’s elegant tones over an Amapiano-inspired bassline, punctuated by harmonies from Lucky Daye, while upbeat single “Show Me the Money” contrasts Snakehips’ pounding and propelling production with Australian experimentalist Tkay Maidza’s delicate topline melody. Their single “Who’s Gonna Love You Tonight” closes the album on a heartfelt note, with Tinashe lending her smooth vocals to the duo’s airy, piano-led production.

never worry is their most fully realized artistic statement yet. The love and care Snakehips has put into this album display their ingenuity, sonic evolution and collaborative creativity throughout this meticulously crafted debut album. Years in the making, never worry was well worth the wait. never worry is out now on Helix Records.

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