The soulful electronic beatmaster delivers another silky smooth banger.

Since debuting in 2014, Dugong Jr has captivated a worldwide audience including heavyweights supporters such as Diplo and Steve Aoki. And it’s easy to see why. Well versed in cooking up dreamy electronic jams, he’s also got a knack for turning out hit remixes, as well as his interdisciplinary exploits as a visual artist. 

Premiering worldwide on BBC Radio 1Xtra this week, Dugong Jr has laid on an easy-to-vibe-to new single, ‘Drive’, out today via Be Rich Records. Joining him on the track, Melbourne rapper Jordan Dennis goes through the gears with typically impressive wordplay, sandwiching a cruisy and autotune heavy chorus. Working Vietnamese string instruments into the mix, unconventional chords and notes can be heard throughout the track amidst beautifully layered electronic r&b production.

On the release, Dugong Jr said: “For this record I really wanted to make something a bit more laid back and vibey. Vietnamese stringed instruments aren’t usually what people would gravitate towards for more RnB type stuff, but it works for me haha. I always had Jordan in mind when I was creating this beat so when I showed it to him and he loved it I was super happy! Jordan Dennis is without a doubt one of my favourite artists in Australia. His style is super versatile and he is incredibly skilled. Working with him on this record was an absolute pleasure.”

Give ‘Drive’ a first spin below, and keep up to date with Dugong Jr and Jordan Dennis via Instagram.