Best DJ Kit: The Funk Hunters and Stickybuds Team Up on Grimy New Bass Track "Empire"

Teaming up for the first time, the Canadian producers delivered a midtempo masterpiece.

The newest bass track by�The Funk Hunters and Stickybuds has dropped on Westwood Recordings today, marking their first collaboration. These Canadian artistsâ€”and longtime friendsâ€”have finally come together in the studio to unite their unique styles and deliver a grimy bass tune.

"Empire" features vocals from UK grime legend Flowdan, who adds a bold dimension to the track with his underground grime scene roots. "Empire" represents a departure from style for these artists, offering fans a different experience than they might expect. The track's name makes it clear that the duo is working on building an empire, adding a new level with the release of this midtempo masterpiece. "This track started with Nick and I collaborating in the Studio Bell music centre playing with one of the greatest synthesizer collections in the world, and ended up as a smashing midtempo banger with one of my favorite lyricists," said Stickybuds in an October 14th, 2020 Facebook post.

"Empire" certainly makes a statement. The sound design here is produced in such a way that showcases the strengths of both The Funk Hunters and Stickybuds while also adding new dimensions. Heavy-hitting instrumentals coalesce with a mid-tempo beat to command attention right from the start. Without wasting any time, the lyrics kick in to contribute to a tense build, which culminates in a powerful drop and an even more powerful message of, "Generations call up, things will switch, empire!"

You can listen to "Empire" below.