Southern California prodigy Moore Kismet joins forces with Vancouver-based producer Arya for “need2know,” an emotive hybrid trap single arriving October 10 on NIGHTMODE. The track blends cinematic sound design with future bass sensibilities, crafting a deeply expressive work that explores the ache of emotional distance through lush textures and intricate rhythmic detail.
Anchored by an ethereal vocal hook, “need2know” shifts between vulnerability and volatility — a haunting reflection of uncertainty in love. Shimmering atmospherics and glittering synth leads weave with crisp percussion and layered bass, building a soundscape that feels both fragile and formidable. Discordant slides and airy harmonics swell throughout the track, amplifying the sense of longing at its emotional core.
Moore Kismet returns to NIGHTMODE following their 2020 breakout “You Should Run” with Pauline Herr, a track that has amassed over 5 million streams. A two-time honoree on Billboard’s ‘21 Under 21’ list, Moore Kismet has become one of electronic music’s most celebrated young innovators, holding the distinction of being the youngest artist ever to perform at both EDC Las Vegas and Lollapalooza. With upcoming sets at Escape Halloween and Kai Wachi’s ‘Nekrosis’ show in Hawaii, Moore Kismet continues to expand their global presence with relentless creative momentum.
Arya brings his signature hybrid style to the collaboration, seamlessly blending trap, drum & bass, bass house, electro, and experimental bass. Known for standout releases like “Mind If U”, Arya has earned praise from outlets including IGGY Magazine, Visual Atelier 8, and UFO Network, and has collaborated with artists such as borne, Saka, Phrva, and beastboi. His work has received consistent support from bass music heavyweights including RL Grime, Alison Wonderland, NGHTMRE, and Subtronics, cementing his reputation as one of the next generation’s leading innovators.
Together, Moore Kismet and Arya deliver a striking convergence of emotional depth and technical mastery. “need2know” blurs the line between light and shadow, vulnerability and volatility — a future trap gem that reinforces both artists as fearless architects shaping modern bass music.
Reflecting on the release, Moore Kismet said:
“This is my first release with NIGHTMODE in almost five years since my song ‘You Should Run’ came out around this time in 2020. While I would’ve loved to have done more with them, to be back on this label after so long — with a song I hold so close to my heart — is such an honor. Arya is one of the most talented artists that I know and I’m very grateful to have gotten to work on this song with him, and to have it come out with a label as strong and consistent as NIGHTMODE!”
Arya added:
“Omar and I started talking sometime early this year and, man, this one day I sent them an idea and it instantly clicked for the both of us. We worked on it pretty fast. In about a couple of days, it was done! Moore Kismet, the goat! Super stoked for this release and our upcoming future ahead.”
Moore Kismet & Arya’s “need2know” drops October 10 via NIGHTMODE, marking a powerful collaboration in the future trap scene.