Portals.022222

On February 22, 2022, Frythm opened a gateway with the release of his single, "Portals.022222." More than just a date-stamped title, this track is a precisely crafted sonic experience, inviting listeners to step through a moment in time and into the distinctive sound world of Matthew ‘Mateo’ Peña. As Frythm, Peña navigates the intricate space between propulsive club rhythms and deep, introspective soundscapes, and "Portals.022222" distills this signature blend with evocative precision....

On February 22, 2022, Frythm opened a gateway with the release of his single, "Portals.022222." More than just a date-stamped title, this track is a precisely crafted sonic experience, inviting listeners to step through a moment in time and into the distinctive sound world of Matthew ‘Mateo’ Peña. As Frythm, Peña navigates the intricate space between propulsive club rhythms and deep, introspective soundscapes, and "Portals.022222" distills this signature blend with evocative precision. Drawing on the percussive energy of UK garage and house, seamlessly fused with the textured, atmospheric layers of the beat scene, the single is both kinetic and deeply atmospheric. It reflects Peña’s multidisciplinary approach, where his work as a painter, sculptor, and designer informs his music, allowing him to bend form around feeling. This track embodies his unique artistic evolution, from his desert roots in El Paso to the vibrant electronic landscape of Los Angeles, and his personal journey from resisting rigid classical training to embracing the expressive freedom of electronic production. A self-taught producer who famously gambled on his passion by leaving a STEM university, Frythm has cultivated a reputation for mastering his craft and delivering dynamic live performances that blur genre lines. His evolution is marked by acclaimed releases like his album *Flow*, which introduced his own vocals and garnered praise from Complex and BBC Radio 6, as well as the LP *Meraki* and production credits on R.A.P. Ferreira’s *5 to the Eye with Stars*. With "Portals.022222," Frythm reinforces his position as a vital, multifaceted force in the independent electronic scene. This single is a testament to his artistry, offering a focused glimpse into the boundaryless experimentation that defines his work and the ethos of NEW EARTH SOUND*, the label and creative platform he co-founded. It's an invitation to experience where movement and stillness beautifully coexist within sound.