Sleepy Tom – ‘The Rush’ is superb genre-blending electronica
Sleepy Tom
Cam Tatham, better known as Sleepy Tom, returns with a new EP titled ‘The Rush‘, a project that encapsulates his evolution as a producer and his ability to fuse various styles within electronic music. This EP showcases why Sleepy Tom has been a constant force in the music scene, collaborating with some of the biggest names in the industry while exploring new sonic frontiers.
‘The Rush’ opens with the intro ‘Actuation‘, which delivers an expectant sound and makes it clear that throughout the EP, listeners are in for a rollercoaster ride of rhythms and musical mysteries to uncover.
Next up is ‘Golden‘, a collaboration with Cadence Weapon that will somehow make you move your body. It’s a quintessential disco track with a seductive, retro feel, reflecting influences from artists such as The Avalanches and Jungle. Sleepy Tom’s ability to weave different genres into one piece shines through here.
With Thandi Phoenix’s vocals and a rap verse by Manga Saint Hilare, Sleepy Tom creates ‘The Rush’, the title track that unfolds in a vibrant and immersive atmosphere that combines elements of electronic pop with hip-hop. The song is essentially a summer experience, something Cam Tatham attributes to the sweltering heat of his Vancouver apartment when he wrote it.
Another standout track is ‘Divination‘, featuring Hotel Mira. This song is a prime example of Sleepy Tom’s ability to mix catchy melodies with solid production, creating an atmosphere that feels nostalgic, joyful, and futuristic all at once. It has a style that mixes pop, neo soul, and dance into one track.
What sets ‘The Rush’ apart is its ability to cross musical and international boundaries. Sleepy Tom combines influences ranging from pop to rap to electronic music, creating a sound that is as diverse as it is cohesive. The international collaborations on this EP further emphasize his ability to create music that resonates across different cultures and scenes.
Cam Tatham has had a remarkable journey so far. The producer has collaborated with renowned labels like Spinnin’ Records, Fool’s Gold, and Mad Decent, and is currently signed with MNRK Music Group. He previously teamed up with Diplo on the platinum-certified track ‘Be Right There’, which climbed to #2 on the UK Dance Charts, broke into the Top 10 on the UK Charts, and secured the #8 spot on Billboard’s Hot Dance/Electronic Charts. In addition, he has collaborated with Anna Lunoe, Grandtheft, and LIGHTS, while also producing remixes for high-profile artists such as Zeds Dead, Martin Solveig, Porter Robinson, and Dillon Francis, among others.
‘The Rush’ is an invitation to dive into the world of Sleepy Tom, a space where electronic music knows no boundaries and innovation is the norm.