With "New Frontiers", Angel Attack doesn’t just inch forward — he leaps, bounds, and hurtles into a realm that is as much a nod to the techno and electro titans of yesteryear as it is a bold declaration of his own musical identity. This EP, the latest offering from the Boston-based producer, is a densely packed exploration of sonic territory where the boundaries are constantly shifting, and where dancefloor transcendence isn’t just a goal—it’s an inevitability.

Right from the opener, "Delay Decay", Angel Attack sets the tone with a track that feels like an homage to the gritty, industrial underbelly of Detroit techno, yet with a distinct twist. The pads swell with a kind of melancholic urgency, while the drums hit with a visceral punch that’s both gnarly and cathartic. The vocals, buried deep within the mix, add a layer of mystique, as if they’re beckoning you further into the fog. It’s a fitting introduction to the EP, signaling a new chapter in Angel Attack’s evolving narrative—one that’s as gritty as it is immersive.

"Grounding" takes the reins from there, driving the tempo up a notch and plunging us into a UK breaks-meets-electro hybrid that’s both frenetic and controlled. Here, Angel Attack’s penchant for cinematic flair comes to the fore, with complex off-beat drums and stinging claps that provide the backbone for a track that feels tailor-made for peak-time chaos. There’s an emotional resonance woven through the beats, a sense that this isn’t just music for the feet, but for the heart as well — a rare feat in the often mechanical world of club tracks.

But it’s with "Sharpening" that Angel Attack truly flexes his darker, moodier muscles. This is a track for the witching hour, when the dancefloor is at its most primal. Whispery vocals hover like ghosts over haunting atmospheres, while the bassline thrums ominously beneath, driving the dancers deeper into a shadowy, almost otherworldly space. It’s a track that speaks to the producer’s ability to conjure a specific, almost tactile atmosphere—one where you can practically feel the smoke in the air and the sweat on your skin.

"Silent Moon" shifts gears yet again, diving into raw, unrelenting techno with a pace that’s downright relentless. At 143 BPM, it’s the fastest cut on the EP, and it doesn’t waste a single second. Galloping drums and eerie, dystopian chords create a sense of urgency that’s both exhilarating and a little unnerving. This is Angel Attack at his most direct, his most visceral—stripped of any pretense, just pure, unadulterated energy that propels you forward whether you’re ready or not.

Finally, the EP closes with "Vortex", a track that feels like the sonic equivalent of a funhouse mirror. It’s an oddball mix of swooshing soundscapes, glitchy effects, and bleepy melodies that shouldn’t work together — and yet, somehow, they do. There’s a controlled chaos here, a sense that the track is constantly teetering on the edge of something dangerous, yet never quite tipping over. It’s a fitting end to an EP that thrives on the unexpected, on the thrill of exploring uncharted territory.

"New Frontiers" is more than just a collection of tracks — it’s a kind of statement. Angel Attack proves that he’s not just following the trends; he’s setting them, or better yet, ignoring them entirely in favor of something more personal, more authentic. The EP is a journey through sound, one that’s as much about the past as it is about the future. It’s dark, it’s moody, it’s intricate — and above all, it’s undeniably fresh. For anyone looking to be bewitched on the dancefloor in 2024, Angel Attack has provided the perfect soundtrack.