Keeping the dance floor bumping and crowd dancing is “Nervous System,” a fierce new collaboration between GRAMMY-nominated DJ Steve Aoki and Drum & Bass connoisseurs Koven.
The single is jam-packed with energy, weaving together layers of propulsive drum and bass beats, dynamic synths and riveting vocals. Featuring Aoki’s inexplicable DJ finesse and Koven’s signature dubstep and trap expertise, the new release sees the best of both worlds. Powerful beat drops are interlinked with waves of infectious rhythms to keep listeners captivated on and off the dance floor. Every so often, the tempo will accelerate and bring a newfound intensity to the overall track.
The song’s emotion-laden lyricism reflects the narrator’s thoughts on their ex and the experience of healing after a break-up. After all is said and done, their past lover still has them in their “nervous system.” Yet despite this, there is a hint of resilience in knowing that things will eventually be okay.
I know that I can be okay
Gotta push through this healing
Was in your hand, but then you had me by the wayside
Did I ever mean a thing to you?
“Nervous System” first debuted at Tomorrowland, an electronic dance music festival held annually in Belgium. The crowd was reported to have gone wild when Koven joined Aoki onstage for a live performance of the piece. The track also acts as Aoki’s debut on the independent electronic record label, Monstercat. They are known for working with notable DJs like Sullivan King, Kayzo, Diesel and more.
Steve Aoki
Steve Aoki is a multi-genre DJ and producer from Miami, Florida. No doubt an influential character in the electronica dance scene, Aoki has been making music since his initial debut in 2005. Over the years, he has had opportunities to perform at Las Vegas residencies and headline festivals like Tomorrowland and EDC Las Vegas. Since releasing “Nervous System,” Aoki has also been seen on singles like “2 Times”, “Corridos y Alcohol” and his latest, “I’m Going Out.” These tracks are works of collaboration with artists such as Sam Feldt, XANDRA, Nile Rodgers and Zak Abel.
Aoki is currently on tour across America, with special performances in Indonesia and United Arab Emirates. Ticket information can be found here. To stay up to date on his latest, check out his website, YouTube, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Koven
Koven, also known as “KOVEN.”,is a UK electronic dance duo, comprised of EDM producer Max Rowat and vocalist Katie Boyle. The two first started working together in 2014 and have since released a plethora of electronic singles, EPs and albums. Their latest is the double-single, “In the Echo / Change,” released Nov. 15, 2024. Koven is also on tour across the world, featuring stops in Manchester, Amsterdam, Zürich and more. For more information, check out their website, YouTube, Facebook, X and Instagram.
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