Electronic/Review Jake Major - The Amsterdam Tapes, Vol. 1
Jake Major is a young, emerging artist from Newcastle upon Tyne, England. He channels 1980s synth influences from Jean-Michel Jarre, Giorgio Moroder, Vangelis, John Foxx, and more into a modern, totally unique blend of a mass of electronic genres and styles, whilst still evoking this unexplainable nostalgic sound that, if you’re Jake’s age, reminds you of a past you never knew, and then blasts you into the retrospective vision of the future that was so prevalent in pop culture back then.
"The Amsterdam Tapes, Vol. 1" by Jake Major, which delves deeply into the realm of dance and trance music, is an exciting new chapter in his musical career. Major, who is well-known for his skill with instruments, makes a daring move by introducing voices into each piece for the first time, giving his work a new and unique perspective.
The EP is a sonic investigation of electronic music spanning several decades, incorporating a wide variety of inspirations while retaining a contemporary and future feel. The finished product is a varied yet unified compilation that skillfully combines aspects of progressive house, modern dance music, and traditional trance. Although each track has a distinct energy of its own, when combined, they provide an engaging and engrossing listening experience.
As a center of music and a personal inspiration for Major, Amsterdam has a significant impact on this endeavor. He channels the soul of the city's thriving club scene and electronic music tradition into every beat and melody, having created several of the tracks while there. In addition to paying homage to the city, the EP serves as a springboard for Major, who plans to perform there soon.
Jake Major demonstrates his flexibility as an artist with "The Amsterdam Tapes, Vol. 1," skillfully blending his own sound with vocal-driven trance/dance music. Fans of electronic music should not miss this EP, which strikes the ideal mix between innovation and nostalgia.