Today, Danny Elfman has released a brand new Squarepusher remix of “We Belong,” a song originally featured on Elfman’s heralded new double album Big Mess [ANTI- / Epitaph Records]. The new version serves as a complete reinterpretation from the mind of Squarepusher, combining Elfman’s haunting vocals and orchestral elements with the English electronic musician’s signature blitz of glitchy percussion and furiously arpeggiated synthesizers.
The release arrives on the heels of the announcement of A Conversation with Danny Elfman; a special upcoming live Q&A with Elfman presented by The GRAMMY Museum®.
After releasing a string of dynamic singles and aesthetically groundbreaking videos, Elfman officially unveiled ‘Big Mess’ in June, his first solo record in thirty-seven years. Clocking in at 18 tracks, the expansive double album finds the 4x Oscar nominated, Grammy and Emmy Award-winning composer breaking bold new ground as both a songwriter and a performer.
Joined on the album by drummer Josh Freese (Devo, Weezer, The Vandals), bassist Stu Brooks (Dub Trio, Lady Gaga, Lauryn Hill), and guitarists Robin Finck (Nine Inch Nails, Guns N’ Roses) and Nili Brosh (Tony MacAlpine, Paul Gilbert), the project has garnered widespread praise since its release:
“A sonic howl — part glam rock, part orchestral, part punk, with driving, industrial songs that are liable to disintegrate or tear off into a different direction.” – Associated Press
“9 out of 10…A whirlwind of unbounded creativity as only Elfman could envision and produce.” – Metal Injection
‘Big Mess’ is out now via ANTI- / Epitaph Records and is available on all digital streaming platforms here.
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