Australian producer and DJ Arky Waters has officially unveiled his long-awaited debut album, Holdin’ On, a project that marks a defining moment in his artistic evolution. Blending deeply personal storytelling with the pulse of Sydney’s underground club culture, the album showcases his transition into bass music while celebrating the community that helped shape his sound.
Arriving after a string of standout singles—including the title track “Holdin’ On” featuring MAMI, “Ay Papi,” “UGETME?,” “OMG,” “Molly,” “Run It Up,” and “Just”—the full-length release serves as both a snapshot of Arky Waters’ creative journey and an immersive exploration of modern electronic music.
At its core, Holdin’ On reflects a shift away from solitary bedroom production toward music inspired by shared dancefloor experiences. Fueled by moments of joy, euphoria, and late-night energy, the album balances intricate sound design with emotional depth, establishing Arky Waters as one of Australia’s most exciting emerging bass music talents.
“Holdin’ On is a reflection of my education in electronic music over the past couple of years,” Arky Waters explains. “In a lot of ways, it feels like a journal entry, a snapshot of what was around me at the time. This album feels like the clearest expression of my vocabulary in electronic music so far. It’s been a beautiful way to create, all of it is rooted in joy, euphoria, and intensity.”
He continues, “This is also my first real venture into bass music, which was what got me into electronic music in the first place. It completely changed the way I think about music technology. I’ve always approached music as something more tangible, but bass music feels different—you start shaping frequencies and soundwaves themselves. I hope people hear this album as a snapshot of my point of view. Life in Sydney through my lens.”
Leading the album is its focus track, “Take a Trip,” a collaboration with fellow producer LX. Born from an impromptu studio session, the record blends nostalgic melodic textures with experimental bass production, creating a forward-thinking anthem designed for the dancefloor.
“LX and I got into the studio together a while back,” Arky Waters says. “He laid out these beautiful chords that were reminiscent of deadmau5. I absolutely loved it. The bones for the song literally came together within the hour of that session. We had been listening to a lot of drum & bass at the time, so we wanted to make something for the dancefloor, but it ended up being a bit more experimental. Since we’ve known each other for a while, I think we were comfortable enough to push the boundaries and see what could happen.”
The album highlights Arky Waters‘ growing confidence as both a producer and songwriter, embracing the limitless possibilities of bass music while remaining grounded in authentic emotion and community-driven creativity.
With Holdin’ On, Arky Waters delivers a bold debut that captures the energy of Sydney’s thriving electronic music scene while introducing a distinctive artistic voice poised for international recognition.
As he continues to evolve, Holdin’ On stands as both a personal milestone and an exciting glimpse into the future of one of Australia’s fastest-rising electronic music producers.