Oscar N’s Into The Fire EP sparks with intensity from the outset. The title track, “Into the Fire,” sinks listeners into a deep, shadowy groove, pulling them into its entrancing experience. It’s a raw journey with unpredictable jazz-inspired breaks that elevate the experience, weaving between hypnotic production elements and moments of sharp clarity. This piece creates a constant ebb and flow that sways between intensity and release, leaving an almost addictive resonance. Following this, “Funk O’Clock” delivers a punch with its assertive bassline, laced with a quirky vocal sample that propels the rhythm. The track’s simplicity carries a unique magnetism, driving listeners to lose themselves in the rhythm’s grip.
Oscar N’s backstory mirrors the determined energy of his music. Growing up in Philadelphia, his European heritage brought early exposure to disco and electronic sounds, which ignited his deep-rooted passion for DJing. Self-taught after being drawn to the rave scene, Oscar worked his way up from bedroom practice sessions to playing local clubs. Alongside his close friends, he co-founded the collective “Into the Groove,” curating events with a focus on community and quality sounds at the forefront. The pandemic lockdowns provided space for Oscar to sharpen his production craft, leading him to newer heights in his creative journey.
Oscar N’s ascent hasn’t gone unnoticed. His performances at Firefly Music Festival and Amsterdam Dance Event, along with opening sets for notable acts like Solardo and Eats Everything, showcases he’s on the right track. His track “Superstar” hit #2 on Beatport’s Tech House chart, earning praise from veterans like Marco Carola and Nic Fanciulli – for Oscar N, this is one part of a bigger success story in the making.
