ShockOne catapults into NIGHTMODE’s cutting-edge catalog with “Voices”, a genre-splintering powerhouse that fuses hard techno’s relentless drive with the high-voltage intensity of jump-up drum and bass. Dropping August 8, the single marks the Perth-based producer’s debut on the label, arriving with the precision, energy, and unbridled creativity that have defined his career.
Built to devastate peak-hour dancefloors, “Voices” unfolds like a hypnotic fever dream—eerie vocal fragments pierce shadowy atmospheres before colliding with steamrolling four-on-the-floor kicks. From there, ShockOne launches into a frenzy of serrated synth leads, rumbling low-end hits, and snarling horn stabs, bridging the frenetic chaos of neurofunk with the pounding heartbeat of techno. The result is a full-system detonation designed for dancefloor mayhem.
The single follows hot on the heels of ‘Organism Algorithm’, ShockOne’s third studio album released earlier this year via his own Dark Machine Records imprint. The LP earned critical acclaim and streaming momentum with standout tracks like “Follow Me”, “Hardwired”, and “Heart On Fire” featuring Pauline Herr—records that helped push his global stream count into the multi-millions and fuel a sold-out album tour across Australia and New Zealand.
With a career spanning more than a decade, ShockOne—born Karl Thomas—has cemented himself as a driving force in electronic music’s evolution. From his debut chart-topping album ‘Universus’ to the cinematic grit of ‘A Dark Machine’, his discography blends festival-sized energy with daring experimentation. He has dominated stages at Let It Roll, Rampage, and Origin Fields, earning the respect of genre heavyweights while pushing bass music into uncharted territory.
With “Voices”, ShockOne reaffirms his status as one of drum and bass’s most innovative visionaries, delivering a track that resonates far beyond the club. This NIGHTMODE debut showcases his commitment to breaking boundaries and amplifying the raw power of bass music.
“This tune has been an absolute weapon in my sets lately. Sometimes, you just need to make an all-out banger to send people into a rage. Hopefully, I’ve succeeded!” — ShockOne