UK musician and producer Brannen adds a lyrical and emotive touch to house music with “Tulips”, a track defined by deep rhythms, ambient soundscapes and meticulously built emotional melodies.
There is a strong musician’s instinct at play throughout the record. Brannen has a natural sense of rhythm and progression, and the groove becomes integral to the song’s forward momentum. “Tulips” is a well-rounded electronic soundscape that balances rhythm, mood, and melody, rather than leaning on one aspect.
The tune is influenced by a notable array of melodic and progressive house musicians including Ben Böhmer, Marsh, Lane 8, Yotto, Romain Garcia, Nox Vahn, Jody Wisternoff and Durante. Those inspirations help put “Tulips” in a present-day house environment that equally prizes emotional depth and precise production.
The ethereal textures give the music room to breathe, while the deep grooves build a solid foundation. The emotional melodies of the release give the frame its expressive character. It’s a combo that generates something that feels like it’s been planned around movement and steady development, rather than just immediate impact.
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