We’re thrilled to unveil the striking visuals for “So Disco,” the latest track by IDM and bass artist Cocktail Party Effect, accompanied by the haunting vocals of Mo Van Zandt. Imagine a chaotic cab ride home after an uninhibited night out, filtered through a Freudian kaleidoscope where the Superego relinquishes control and the Id surges forward to take the reins.
This visually captivating project is co-directed by Mo Van Zandt and Kaytie Nielsen, a prominent filmmaker and co-founder of London’s USB Project, an initiative aimed at amplifying the underground music subculture. Drawing inspiration from the saturated and eerie visuals of Nicolas Cage’s psychedelic horror film Mandy, they’ve enlisted the talents of Yash Soni, known for his work as the colorist on Hanumankind’s “Big Dawgs.”
“We wanted this film to feel like looking in a shattered mirror, reflecting multiple versions of yourself. What happens when the darkest, messiest version of you jumps the guardrails and takes control? It can be freeing, or toxic. Or both.” — Kaytie Nielsen
Cocktail Party Effect, the brainchild of Eric Baldwin, represents a forward-thinking approach to IDM and bass music. His unique aesthetic—characterized by intricate rhythms, progressive sound design, and dynamic basslines—secures him a noteworthy place in the electronic music scene. His album, Gulper Eel Balloons, is available now under YUKU, showcasing the more melodic facets of his artistry and featuring collaborations with Mo Van Zandt and singer Rhi.
Mo Van Zandt is an avant-pop artist noted for her ability to navigate the thin lines between science fiction and our rapidly evolving reality. Her bass-heavy anthems encapsulate the complex feelings of disillusionment and hope experienced by communities in Berlin, New York, and Texas. Fans are eagerly anticipating her debut album, TAER, Radiothriller, co-produced with Baldwin and scheduled for release early next year.
Finally, Kaytie Nielsen carries a rich background as a historian, filmmaker, and underground arts advocate, thriving both in archival work and in the midst of energetic crowds. Hailing from Texas, she relocated to London as a Marshall Scholar, where she helped establish the USB Project, dedicated to enhancing the city’s vibrant counterculture music scene.
This year, Van Zandt has released a series of remarkable singles that showcase her artistic maturity, including the Massive Attack-inspired track “Waves” and the provocative “Aporia,” all building anticipation for her debut album set to release in early 2025.
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So Disco is out now: https://tr.ee/OSHJ7u2ncY
