Kontravoid
Press Reviews

About the Artist

Kontravoid is the masked alias of Cameron Findlay, an artist who masterfully blends the cold mechanical pulse of synthwave with the dark atmospheres reminiscent of an alternate Cold War soundtrack, filled with drum machines and spectral synths. His work evokes a cinematic dystopia, where dance floors transform into bunker-like sanctuaries for hypnotic rhythms and precise, ferocious snare builds. Tracks like 'Hold Nothing' and 'The Last Thing' showcase his knack for crafting detailed electronic soundscapes that trap listeners in rhythmic cells, combining pulsing basslines and arpeggiated synths that balance uplifting grooves with a brooding undercurrent. Kontravoid's music often suggests a narrative of shadowy, masked figures navigating frozen industrial wastelands, underscoring his talent for merging storytelling with dance floor functionality. Fans often note the intellectual edge behind his tunes, which are both a nod to new-beat and a foray into synth-wave landscapes, allowing for introspective yet visceral listening experiences. His dancefloor compositions are as cerebral as they are hypnotically infectious, appealing to those with a penchant for futuristic noir and tactile, raw electronic textures.