Forest Spells by Zeynep Erbay

Turkish producer and DJ Zeynep Erbay's Forest Spells EP is a leftfield house music journey into a wild and magical forest, where nature takes center stage. Zeynep is inspired by birds like owls and toucans, creatures she holds dear—whose beautiful energies carry genuine spells! For her, this release explores how we, as humans, can become aware of and perceive these natural messages.

It intertwines the themes of receiving messages from nature, being conscious, and awakening that WE ARE ALL NATURE. “Forest Spells” is about showing respect for and feeling harmony with the natural world, allowing it to awaken and inspire us.

The title and opening track gently welcomes you into this world.

“Toco Toucan” pulses with a tropical beat, lush arpeggios and bird calls that reflect the habitat of the beautiful bird, and it evolves into a Latin house jam led by Zeynep’s piano work.

The “White Owl” is one of the largest species of owl (so dope, these things are almost alien) and a nomadic bird; the track reflects its power carried by hypnotic rhythms and mysterious and suspenseful chords, while Zeynep gives a voice to the owl–WHOOOOO–asking you to look into its piercing yellow eyes.

“Drops on Woods” has Zeynep return to the piano with a bit of Gospel inspired chord work, leading a truly ascendant closing track that evokes the rain drops falling within the forest.

Zeynep has transformed her classical background into a vibrant electronic identity centered on house-infused music. Her sound fuses early influences with colorful melodies, capturing both nostalgia and innovation through playful leftfield house experimentation. The Turkish artist is known for her uplifting, high-energy sets, showcasing her eclectic taste and selection.

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