ZEDS DEAD @ THE PINNACLE
Zeds Dead Brings Cosmic Energy to Nashville
Article & Content by: Yoselin Moreno
@yoselinontour
Zeds Dead made a highly anticipated stop in Nashville this past weekend following the release of their sophomore album Return to the Spectrum of Intergalactic Happiness. This conceptual album dives deep into themes of both personal and cosmic exploration, showcasing the duo’s signature style and boundary-pushing sound.
Zeds Dead is composed of Dylan Mamid and Zachary Rapp-Rovan. The duo has been a driving force in the bass music scene for over a decade. Renowned for pushing the boundaries of electronic music, the duo skillfully fuses dubstep, drum and bass, hip-hop, and other electronic styles, a mastery that their latest album showcases flawlessly.
As fans poured into the venue, many donned Zeds Dead apparel, transforming the space into a vibrant festival scene. The crowd’s creativity was on full display, with colorful outfits and glowing accessories lighting up the night, creating an atmosphere brimming with anticipation. The night kicked off with DJ and producer A Hundred Drums, whose high-octane, bass-driven set perfectly primed the audience for the main act. Her thunderous beats and infectious energy set the tone for what would be an unforgettable night.
As the lights dimmed and the crowd’s roar intensified, Zeds Dead emerged onstage, their DJ setup framed by an array of mid-century television sets, adding a retro-futuristic touch to the performance. The duo opened their set with “Light,” the album’s lead track. The crowd erupted as the screens flickered to life, displaying an eccentric image of an English teacher spelling out "Z-E-D-S D-E-A-D," adding a whimsical layer to the experience. The duo seamlessly transitioned into tracks from their new album, including standout cuts like “Bad Guy,” “Lost You,” “One of These Mornings,” and “Sweet Memories.” With each track change, the TV screens shifted channels, synchronizing with the music and enhancing the immersive experience, as if the screens themselves were tuning into Zeds Dead’s sonic universe.
The night was a visual spectacle, featuring piercing lasers and dramatic CO2 blasts, amplifying the energy, leaving the crowd spellbound.Throughout the set, Zeds Dead’s genre-defying style kept the energy soaring. While fans were already enthralled by the new material, classics like “One Three Nine” delivered addictive rhythms that kept the crowd moving. With 'Ecstasy of a Soul,' the night reached its climax, as the audience erupted in a collective roar, a testament to the duo's live performance mastery.
Zeds Dead has long been a pioneering force in the North American bass music scene, with a legacy built on innovation and boundary-pushing soundscapes. Their dynamic live shows, characterized by genre-blending tracks and cutting-edge production, are a must-see experience for any electronic music fan.
