NERO Drops Drum & Bass Banger ‘Blame You’ From Forthcoming Album

NERO delights fans by returning to their roots with new drum & Bass song, ‘Blame You’ from their

Grammy Award-winning and Ivor Novello-nominated trio NERO have once again captivated the electronic music world with their latest single, “Blame You,” from their eagerly awaited third studio album, Into The Unknown. The track signifies a monumental return to their drum and bass origins, a genre they haven’t explored in over a decade, blending haunting nostalgia with a futuristic soundscape.

“Blame You” is a masterful journey through cosmic builds and whirlwind breakbeats, guided by Alana Watson’s sultry vocals. The track seamlessly combines rushing synths with fervent drum patterns, offering listeners a thrilling leap into NERO’s next chapter. This release is not just a song but an experience, reflecting the trio’s adeptness at merging emotional depth with high-energy production.

The track’s release is a nod to NERO’s drum and bass contributions in their debut album Welcome Reality in 2011, known for its neo-romantic motifs and galactic tones. “Blame You” stands as a testament to NERO’s enduring ability to evolve while staying true to the sounds that have defined their career. It follows the release of “Truth,” providing fans a deeper look into the sonic breadth of Into The Unknown and hinting at the cinematic blend of past and present that the album promises.

NERO, consisting of Daniel Stephens, Joe Ray, and Alana Watson, has re-emerged in the spotlight with this release, marking their first solo single after a five-year hiatus. The group, which has previously headlined Coachella and earned critical acclaim with their albums Welcome Reality and Between II Worlds, has spent the intervening years focusing on personal lives and side projects before reconvening to chart the course for their next musical voyage.

Into The Unknown is poised to be a significant milestone in NERO’s career, concluding their album trilogy that began with the chart-topping Welcome Reality. The upcoming album is anticipated to weave the final threads of their post-apocalyptic narrative, exploring the dichotomy of humanity’s destiny where science meets fantasy, and beauty intersects with brutality. This album encapsulates NERO’s two-decade-long journey, exploring metaphysical and existential themes within their signature dystopian universe.

With “Blame You,” NERO reassures fans of their unparalleled place in the electronic music landscape. Their return not only revives their drum and bass roots but also sets the stage for the ambitious storytelling of Into The Unknown. As NERO prepares to release their third studio album, the electronic music community watches with bated breath, ready to dive into the depths of the trio’s avant-garde dystopian world once more. Check out the new song below:

Edward Fang

Edward Fang has been an avid raver since the early 2010s. While he started off with the bass-heavy genre of Dubstep (Excision was his very first EDM concert!), Ed has love for all types of EDM and believes there’s an EDM subgenre for everyone. His current favorite artists include: Porter Robinson, Odesza, ISOxo, and Fred Again.., but he is always looking to discover new artists!

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