Deerock and Sammy Adams have joined forces for a new single, “Used To,” an ode to lost youth.
With lyrics and production that echo a longing for simpler times, “Used To” is a faded Polaroid unearthed from a dusty attic. It’s a sonic snapshot of the human experience, a wistful yet cathartic exploration of the bittersweet moments that shape us.
Adams’ melancholic vocals drape over the track like a favorite sweater—warm and familiar, but a poignant reminder of past connections. His lovesick lyricism yearns to resurrect the lost embraces and drunken escapades of a once-vibrant bond, painting a picture of a couple seeking to recapture the irreplaceable intimacy they “used to” share.
Meanwhile, Deerock’s melodic house production evokes the nostalgic haze of those cherished memories. His uplifting, textured chords are the track’s bedrock, laying down a rhythmic pulse that feels like the comforting click of a vintage clock.
Take a listen to the new collaboration, out now via Big Night Records, below.
Deerock’s kinetic and breezy approach to dance music production is leading to a furious rise through the genre’s ranks. With an energetic sound that doubles as a starting pistol for pool parties, he’s also recently collaborated with ESPN, Barstool Sports and Old Row.
The release of “Used To” is a big moment for the ascendent producer, who says the music of Adams, a champion of the twenty-tens hip-hop blog era, helped soundtrack his formative years as a DJ in high school and college.
“About a year ago I was ready to do something new, and I wanted to work with a vocalist who understood my vision of the 2010s party scene,” Deerock tells EDM.com. “I managed to get in contact with Sammy and it just clicked, instantly. After a few rewrites I could feel the same goosebumps as I did when I first heard ‘All Night Longer,’ and that’s when I knew we had something special.”
“Rarely do collaborations come to life that you’re BOTH 100% in love with,” Adams added. “This one took some time, different takes, ideas, production, and tweaks…. But it was well worth it.”
The two are now playing a show together on June 8th at NYC’s Summer Club atop the roof of the Ravel Hotel. Deerock says anyone reading this article can DM him for a ticket to the pool party.
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