Stikk with Meera

Riding the success of her debut single "Music For Humans" in 2023, Norway's Meera was swiftly recruited by Damian Lazarus. She joined him at his Hï Ibiza residency before heading to Rebellion for the release of the resonant "Telefon." The sought-after artist has shown no signs of slowing down, releasing a series of remixes this year amongst European shows, festival appearances, and Ibiza pit stops.

Continuing this momentum, she now makes her label debut on Lazarus' renowned Crosstown Rebels with "Stikk. " Imprint regular Dennis Cruz joins on remix duties alongside melodic Danish trio and former collaborators Tripolism, who also make their first outing on Crosstown.

Landing in realms of afro-house, Meera's production is relaxed, confident, and creative. With eclectic influences audible throughout her standout sound, her "Stikk" EP proves why she first garnered the attention of artists such as Jimi Jules and John Digweed. The title track leads with minimal climbing percussion, reflective piano melodies, and delicate, dreamlike vocals.

In contrast, Tripolism's remix turns up the intensity to a biting crescendo, adding sharp synths for a more dancefloor-focused feeling. "Sykkelkurv" reaches for higher planes of emotion with its atmospheric soundscape, moody chords, and driving drums, toeing the line between light and dark.

Next, Dennis Cruz's interpretation drives the track off the line and into deeper rhythms with chunky lows, picking up the pace for peak time. Digital purchasers are treated to a bonus track titled "Stikk Reprise," a pulsating trip back into the lead single, with a heightened focus on the song's hypnotic vocals and raw emotive energy.

Meera - Stikk
Release Date August/September 2024
Label Crosstown Rebels

Tracklist
1. Stikk
2. Stikk (Tripolism Remix)
3. Sykkelkurv
4. Sykkelkurv (Dennis Cruz Remix)
5. Stikk (Reprise) [Digital Only]