Gorgon City’s ‘Reverie’: A Sonic Masterpiece Crafted for the Dance Floor
For their fifth studio album, Reverie, North London electronic duo Gorgon City set out with a clear and ambitious goal: to create an album tailor-made for the dance floor. More specifically, they wanted a record that would electrify Coachella’s legendary Yuma Tent, where they headlined in 2024. From the thundering basslines to euphoric melodies, Reverie is a masterclass in club-focused production, pushing the boundaries of their signature sound into darker, more intense territory.
“We decided to make a record with the intense vibe of that space in mind,” says Kye Gibbon. “All the tracks had to be primed to deliver a massive, club-room sound.” This intentionality is woven throughout the album, which seamlessly blends elements of drum ’n’ bass, acid house, and soulful summer grooves, resulting in a high-energy listening experience designed to be played loud.
Matt Robson-Scott recalls the moment they debuted the album at Coachella: “When we got to Coachella and played the first masters of the album, it blew the roof off. This is instinctual music made to be played loud.” With Reverie, Gorgon City captures the visceral energy of the club scene, refining their signature sound for both massive festival moments and underground dance floors alike.
Track-by-Track Breakdown
“Are You Feeling It Too?”
Gibbon shares how the duo leaned into a more sample-based approach with Reverie, a shift from their usual collaborations with vocalists and songwriters. The track samples LA singer-songwriter syd B’s song of the same name, crafting a euphoric and uplifting anthem that perfectly aligns with their club-focused production.
“Breathe You In” (with NORTH)
Robson-Scott describes how they built this track around a mesmerizing vocal performance by NORTH, brought to them by songwriter Paul Harris. “It was a challenge to honor such an amazing performance in the final edit, but when we played it at an Elrow show in Dublin, the reaction told us we got it right.”
“All That You Need” (with Caroline Byrne)
With this track, Gorgon City nods to their roots. “We wanted to throw back to the summery piano house sound that was big in 2012 when we started out,” says Gibbon. By incorporating an unexpected drop, they add a modern twist that keeps listeners on their toes. “Caroline’s vocal sounds just like a processed sample, which we love.”
“One New Change”
One of the defining tracks of the album, One New Change was crafted with Coachella in mind. “We were experimenting with analog synths like the Moog Sub 37, just letting things fall into place naturally,” Gibbon explains. The result is an atmospheric moment that resonated deeply with the crowd at the festival.
“Biggest Regret” (with Bbyafricka)
Robson-Scott credits this track’s growling synths to their love for ’90s drum ’n’ bass. Featuring US rapper and poet Bbyafricka, the track showcases a unique fusion of hip-hop energy with the duo’s high-energy production. “She hadn’t done much dance music before, so her performance brought something really fresh to the track.”
“How Do You Love?” (with Mougleta)
Written as a counterbalance to the darker tracks, How Do You Love? brings a lighter, sun-soaked vibe to the record. “We wanted something that would fit our Ibiza residency,” says Gibbon. Mougleta’s vocals bring an uplifting energy that complements the record’s club-driven intensity.
“Make It Happen” (with DJ Pierre)
A love letter to acid house, Make It Happen features a sample from DJ Pierre, a pioneer of the genre. “We’ve been fans of his work for years,” Gibbon explains. “We gave the track a modern big-room twist while keeping the acid feel. It’s a huge one for the clubs.”
“Landslide” (with Poppy Baskcomb)
Having long admired Poppy Baskcomb’s work, Gorgon City finally collaborated with her for Landslide, a track built around her super-catchy yet emotionally charged melody. “It’s got similar production to ‘Voodoo’ from Salvation, so it was fun to revisit those sounds with a fresh approach.”
“Keep Your Head Up” (with Harry Romero)
A track steeped in nostalgia, Keep Your Head Up features a re-recorded vocal sample from house legend Harry Romero’s early 2000s track of the same name. “The analog synths reminded me of The Chemical Brothers,” says Robson-Scott. “It transports you to a field at Glastonbury.”
“You Know It”
Gibbon describes You Know It as a long-time work-in-progress that finally found its home on Reverie. “Poté sent us a vocal idea five years ago, and it’s been a staple in our DJ sets ever since. We completely reworked it to give it the big club moment it deserved.”
“Dreaming”
Closing out the album is Dreaming, a track that channels the bright, disco-infused sounds of Gorgon City’s early years. “It was the last track we finished, and it brings us full circle back to the sound of ‘Real’ from 2013,” says Robson-Scott. “It’s an uplifting way to end the album.”
Final Thoughts
With Reverie, Gorgon City achieves their goal of delivering an immersive, club-focused experience that still offers the emotive highs their fans love. From pulsating festival anthems to intimate house grooves, this album cements their status as one of the most dynamic duos in electronic music today. Whether played in a packed club, under the desert sky at Coachella, or through headphones on a late-night drive, Reverie is an album designed to move both the body and the soul.