Contributing Writer
Born Dirty is making his grand return to Dirtybird with a new single ‘Trippy Boys Trippy Girls’, out today.
Co-written with Linden Jay, ‘Trippy Boys Trippy Girls’ is a track ten years in the making. Born from experimentation in the house, techno, and breaks space, the track moves with a sense of unfiltered curiosity and off-kilter momentum. Arpeggiated synth loops spiral over jangling percussion and zippering basslines, creating a woozy, kaleidoscopic medley that feels both unruly and hypnotic. The left-of-center club cut underscores Born Dirty’s instinct to challenge convention while fueling adventurous dancefloors.
“Made this 10 years ago and I remember thinking back it was such a vibe and so different, we just needed to find the right label for it. Dirtybird was on my list. Funny how life works. It’s finally landed exactly where it was meant to!” – Born Dirty
Born Dirty has been a staple of the electronic scene for over a decade, earning the respect of top DJs and tastemakers along the way. His forward-thinking productions have drawn support from labels like Mad Decent, OWSLA, Fool’s Gold, and Armada, cementing his reputation as a boundary-pushing producer. His discography spans a wide spectrum of styles, shaped by the musical influences he absorbed during his time in France and the UK, and includes collaborations with Diplo, LP Giobbi, Anna Lunoe, and more. Born Dirty first appeared on the label in 2016 with ‘Check Your Bell’ as part of the Dirtybird BBQ: Secret Sauce compilation, with ‘Trippy Boys Trippy Girls’ marking his return to Dirtybird.
‘Trippy Boys Trippy Girls’ also introduces this year’s Artist In Residence, Thomas Ascott. Inspired by the natural elements and fauna of the Smoky Mountains, the Tennessee-bred painter and illustrator is the latest to be featured as Dirtybird’s visual curator. Since 2012, Dirtybird’s long-standing Artist In Residence program has commissioned graphic artists like Sam Flores, Pemex, Felicia Chiao, and Birdcap to create their release artwork, offering them a platform to showcase their creativity while highlighting the label’s ongoing commitment to visual arts.Stream Born Dirty’s new single ‘Trippy Boys Trippy Girls’ available now on all platforms and sign up here for the latest updates on Dirtybird releases, events, merch, and more.