TRY, the dynamic duo of GRAMMY-nominated DJ and producer Sam i and Nashville-based producer Shmuck the Loyal, have joined forces with alternative artist Empress Of for their electrifying track “With Me (Club Redux).” Part of their Chapter Two EP, this song offers a pulsating dive into dance culture while delving into themes of longing and emotional echoes.
“With Me (Club Redux)” begins with a subtle electronic rhythm, brooding yet magnetic, setting the stage for Empress Of’s ethereal and nonchalant vocals. Her voice carries a sense of vulnerability, singing about yearning and the inescapable “ghosts from our past” that linger in memory. The production quickly evolves, dropping bustling beats and vibrant textures that electrify the soundscape.
The lyrics emphasize the tension between emotional connection and separation:
“You’re with me forever ever, ever, ever / But we can’t be together ever ever.”
This bittersweet sentiment is mirrored in the song’s sonic layering, where softness and vulnerability meet hard-hitting, fast-paced electronic beats. The echoes in the chorus loop hypnotically, mirroring the cyclical nature of lingering memories.
The music video deepens the track’s emotional resonance, portraying a woman engaged in expressive choreography that captures her frantic desire for love and connection. Her movements are raw and powerful, embodying the “echoes in her mind” as she battles the haunting forces around her. The dark blue gradient of the visuals creates a somber and introspective atmosphere, while backup dancers, clad entirely in black, represent the darker forces pulling her down. Despite the struggle, her eventual return to center symbolizes resilience and emotional catharsis.
Whether you’re reflecting on past connections or simply losing yourself to the beat, “With Me (Club Redux)” to feel yourself awed.
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Review by: Naomi Joan