The LA-based veteran producer – Ghastly demonstrates a return to form with his latest anguish-fueled single ahead of his debut Ghastly vs. GHENGAR live series showcase.
Arizona-born and Los Angeles-based producer Ghastly returns with a vengeance for his Bassrush Records debut, “Hold Me One More Time.” Slated for release on January 10, this gripping anthem captures the anguish of love’s cyclical torment, fusing emotive melodies with relentless bass-driven ferocity.
A masterclass in tension and release, “Hold Me One More Time” plunges listeners into an eerie soundscape of haunting pitched-up vocals and hypnotic leads. The track’s melodic despair morphs into seismic drops of growling basslines, jagged synth bursts, and sharp, breakbeat rhythms. The result is an arresting journey through the shadows of hope, heartbreak, and resilience.
“To me, this track represents returning to a destructive relationship in the hope of rekindling what was once beautiful, only to find yourself trapped in the same cycle as before. They haven’t changed; you simply escaped, but they weren’t finished draining your energy. As enticing as it may be, we must learn to change course, break away from the past, and shatter the cycle—a sentiment reflected in the song’s drop.”
For over a decade, Ghastly has defied expectations, blurring lines between dubstep, trap, and bass house. From his breakout OWSLA hit “Crank It” with Lil Jon and Mija to his genre-bending sophomore album ‘Haunted Haus,’ which debuted in Apple Music’s ‘Top 5 Dance’ charts, his catalog reflects an artist fearless in innovation. In 2022, he unveiled GHENGAR, a darker, metal-infused alter ego that launched with the ‘Sacrifice’ and ‘ADHD’ EPs, alongside sold-out tours and horror-inspired stage productions.
Now, Ghastly bridges the gap between his two creative worlds. “Hold Me One More Time” marks his first release in two years, setting the tone for his upcoming Ghastly vs. GHENGAR double-header hosted at The Observatory in Orange County. The two-night showcase will debut his dual personas, offering fans a rare look at his full artistic spectrum.
With his Bassrush Records debut, Ghastly reaffirms his status as a trailblazer in bass music, channeling raw emotion into cutting-edge sound design. “Hold Me One More Time” not only reflects his evolution but solidifies his place at the forefront of the ever-shifting electronic landscape.
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Ghastly- “Hold Me One More Time” is out now via Bassrush Records.
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