L.A.-based producer Hex Cougar dives deeper into the shadowy realms of trap and hardwave with his latest single, “Still In Love,” out today via Insomniac’s forward-thinking label, BREAK ROOM.
Blending trance-inspired soundscapes with brooding garage beats, “Still In Love” delivers an otherworldly experience. Anchored by a driving melodic motif, the track weaves together growling synths, hypnotic progressions, and ethereal embellishments to create a piece that is as nostalgic as it is cutting-edge.
Hex Cougar describes the track’s heartbeat: “The whole song revolves around one melody—from start to finish, it’s always present. I love how something so simple can be transformed across different instruments and moods depending on the surrounding elements. It keeps the listener anchored while offering constant evolution.”
Originally sparked by a vivid early-morning dream, Hex Cougar shaped the melody into a “garage trance” concept. The result captures the hypnotic atmosphere of late-‘90s and early-2000s trance, yet reinvents it with a dark, modern edge.
“Still In Love” builds on Hex Cougar’s momentum following his hit collaboration with VARI on BREAK ROOM’s debut release, “Ultra.” With over 70 million streams and endorsements from Skrillex, RL Grime, and Illenium, Hex Cougar has solidified his position as a visionary within electronic music. His work has resonated across platforms, with airplay on BBC Radio 1 and Diplo’s Revolution, and live sets at festivals like Get Freaky showcasing his dynamic artistry.
Launched to spotlight the emerging sounds of hardwave and trap, BREAK ROOM continues to push boundaries with artists like Hex Cougar at the forefront. “Still In Love” embodies the label’s ethos, striking a balance between introspective radio appeal and high-energy festival dominance.
Hex Cougar’s “Still In Love” is now streaming on all platforms via BREAK ROOM Recs.
