There's been a ton of talk about Australian artists and producers lately, but we're beginning to see some buzz from the Canadian lands as well, and we're definitely digging the contrasting vibes offered. Vaisle and Rook Milo are two names within the latter artistic camp to have been exposed recently to us, and OBESØN, a 22-year-old Torontonian producer, is the latest to captivate with his rhythmic electronic. Having an expressed interest in all genres, as well as a focus on versatility, allows OBESØN's Lykke Li-sampled "I Need You To Need Me" to shine in graceful light, and it's indeed impressive to note just how well OBESØN was able to keep the original intact. That's not to say that his own additions are inconsequential or ambiguous, though; some punchy bass and spacey pads are placed alongside Li's looped vocals, giving an airy, electronic feel to the effort that manifest into an intriguing, entrancing sound.

Written by Taylor Rummel