Swimming Paul brings a refreshing wave of innovation in a music world awash with formulaic beats with his latest single, “2special,” dropped on August 25th. The track transcends the limits of Drum and Bass/Jungle genres, featuring soulful vocal layers from Joe Truffant and Celine Love. It’s no wonder tastemakers like Pete Tong and DJ Seinfeld are taking notice; Swimming Paul has already garnered airtime on renowned stations including BBC R1, Triple J, and KCRW.
Drawing from a rich tapestry of musical influences, Swimming Paul’s “2special” showcases his distinct ability to blend genres and evoke deep emotions. “I wanted to capture the feeling of crying and dancing simultaneously,” he says. This artistic ambition sets him apart and resonates with listeners who crave substance in their sonic experiences.
Born in France and influenced by London’s vibrant music scene, Swimming Paul aims to create meaningful dance music that transcends borders and unites people. His music invites listeners to live in the moment, explore their feelings, and connect more deeply. With “2special,” Swimming Paul doesn’t just participate in the electronic music conversation; he elevates it, making him a name you’ll want to keep on your radar.
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Will Vance is a professional music producer who has been involved in the industry for the better part of a decade and has been the managing editor at Magnetic Magazine since mid-2022. In that time period, he has published thousands of articles on music production, industry think pieces and educational articles about the music industry. Over the last decade as a professional music producer, Will Vance has also ran multiple successful and highly respected record labels in the industry, including Where The Heart Is Records as well as having launched a new label with a focus on community through Magnetic Magazine. When not running these labels or producing his own music, Vance is likely writing for other top industry sites like Waves or the Hyperbits Masterclass or working on his upcoming book on mindfulness in music production. On the rare chance he's not thinking about music production, he's probably running a game of Dungeons and Dragons with his friends which he has been the dungeon master for for many years.
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