New Music Review - ‘Swarles’ the EP by Swarles
Swarles was released on the 6th May, 2022. EP cover art by Swarles (Ollie Whiley) himself!
Ollie Whiley, AKA Swarles, is the latest Dunedinite to drop off a super hot self-titled EP, released on Friday, bringing through some electronic-infused energy to your ears that will leave you craving more once you’ve finished the first listen of Swarles.
This EP is unlike anything that I’ve had the opportunity to review for Welcome to the Gig before, making it such an interesting listen and putting a lot of fun into finding the words to describe this release for you.
Swarles’ music can be heard as being the ultimate groove-dance infusion, making every day feel like the weekend. Swarles literally brings it Full Speed with the unique energy that he expertly has curated and put out into the universe for his first EP. He is driven to create and mix music that is a separate tone to what you would hear on the radio, allowing a festival to be invited through your mind and speakers.
Swarles takes chances and pours a lot of pride into his musical endeavours with this EP, making sure that it leaves a lasting impression on those who stumble across his debut. It feels like a subtle starting point for the career that he has ahead of him, proving this is just the start of the game for Swarles.
With electrifying synths, odes to the Dunedin lifestyle showed off with dreamy elements, the mixing and production turns heads from this talented individual.
The EP is highly driven and a fun time for all.
If you’re a fan of moving tectonic plates that create some mass friction, or even if you’re a fan of drum and bass, I feel that this EP will be one that you will want to spin on rotation and never remove it from your playlist.
If you’re in Dunedin, keep your eyes peeled for some upcoming gigs from Swarles, he’s making the rounds with his pals, Hot Sauce Club, all over town.
Make sure to turn this EP up and get your dancing shoes on right at this moment!
You can check out all of Swarles’ links below: