Contributing Writer
Serving as their fifth release on Dirtybird, the bombastic house duo have brought a burst of energy with their new Buck EP. The titular track ‘Buck’ is an exuberant blend of funky basslines, crunchy percussion, and Lane’s commanding vocals. Arnold & Lane’s party-starting spirit flows through the companion track, ‘Werkem’, a hypnotic mix of percolating synths and snappy snares. The EP also arrives with a dub mix that sees the duo continue to explore the depths of their wavy melodies with a near 6-minute cut of ‘Buck’.
Regarding the EP, Arnold & Lane said, “When we say we ‘got bass’ we mean it wholeheartedly, represented in the track’s unique driving bassline. High cut the bass and twist some knobs? No problem. Now suddenly we have a swagger topline between drops that has the potential to blast these folks with the funk. All elements of the track are designed to get buck where you are. Not necessarily that crazy kind of buck we know you are assuming, but that low profile attitude kind of buck.”
Ever since their 2017 breakout track ‘Oof’, LA based duo Arnold & Lane have solidified themselves as one of the most dynamic and magnetic up and coming acts. Arnold & Lane have released on some of the world’s most prestigious underground labels, including Dirtybird, Club Sweat, IN / ROTATION, Space Yacht, and Box Of Cats, and received support from house music heroes like Claude Vonstroke and Shiba San.
Last year, Arnold & Lane returned to the label with ‘Bing Bong Baby’ as part of the 2022 Campout Compilation, performing at the festival as well. Along with their new Buck EP, Arnold & Lane secured a spot supporting Claude VonStroke on this year’s Dirtybird Players Tour.