Tate Sedar Revitalizes the Complextro Sound with “Take It All Back”
Los Angeles-based producer Tate Sedar is making a bold statement with his latest single, “Take It All Back.” The track serves as a high-energy bridge between the intricate textures of electro house and the high-octane pulse of drum & bass. Featuring powerful female vocals, the song marks Sedar’s inaugural release on Big Fish Recordings-a label historically significant for launching the careers of electronic heavyweights like Zedd, Lucky Date, and Porter Robinson. Listen here.
A Modern Take on a Classic Genre
Sedar’s musical identity is deeply rooted in the “complextro” movement that defined the early 2010s. The term, famously popularized by Porter Robinson via his MySpace page, describes a hyper-detailed, glitchy evolution of electro house. Often compared to the “fidget house” sound that dominated dance floors over a decade ago, this style remains a cornerstone of Sedar’s creative DNA. His dedication to the genre is evident in his performance history, having shared stages with iconic acts like Wolfgang Gartner and Cash Cash, both of whom were instrumental in bringing this complex sound to the mainstream.
From Hard Drive Demo to Label Debut
The journey of “Take It All Back” began during the production phase of Sedar’s 2024 EP. While exploring the intersection of house music and DnB, he crafted a demo characterized by stuttering melodic lines and evocative, nostalgic chord progressions. The track was designed to culminate in a heavy, bass-forward drop, but after the initial sketch was completed, it remained dormant on his hard drive for over a year.
The turning point for the track occurred when it caught the attention of industry veteran Laidback Luke. During a demo review session on Tomorrowland’s One World Radio, the track’s unique fusion of classic electro sensibilities and modern drum & bass energy was highlighted, ultimately paving the way for its official release. As the electronic landscape continues to shift, with recent data from platforms like Beatport showing a resurgence in high-tempo, breakbeat-influenced house, Sedar’s timing couldn’t be more precise.
