Jess Young’s “Butterflies” Soars with Remixes by Chug, Blending Soulful Drum and Bass and UK Garage
Jess Young's 'Butterflies', originally released in 2023, is a heartfelt message to a first love, expressed through the sonics of Neo-Soul / R&B and elements of Jazz and Folk.
Chug has reinterpreted the original with two distinct, vibrant flavours that showcase the depth and diversity of both artists' sounds. The first, a Liquid Drum & Bass roller featuring a Soulful Jazzy Rhodes melody layered over classic breaks and 808 bass that create a soundscape that is lush and atmospheric, yet also heavy on the dancefloor. The second remix nods back to Chug’s roots with a Marimba driven bass that weaves through chopped up vocals and a two-step UK Garage shuffle that will keep your feet skanking!
"Working with Chug on these remixes has been a wonderful experience. His ability to capture the essence of 'Butterflies' while reimagining it in two completely different genres is truly inspiring. I'm so excited for everyone to hear these versions." - Jess Young
"When I first heard 'Butterflies' I knew immediately that Jess's dulcet harmonies and meaningful story would be great to work with. I wanted to create something that would resonate with the underground bass music audience, and I think we’ve landed on two remixes that feel both fresh and true to the classic sounds we love." - Chung
Artist bio:
Jess Young: Beneath Jess' soft, yet soulful voice speaks conversational lyrics with deeper meaning and food for thought. Her music resonates nostalgic, cinematic, and lo-fi sounds and flows between soulful R&B and glimmers of jazz folk. An alchemical approach to her personal experiences, Young uses her music to narrate the stories of the people.
About Chug: Rob Chung aka Chug, is a London based Drum & Bass / UK Garage producer, and has been involved in music for the past 25 years. Influenced by the Soul, Funk and Jazz breakbeats and samples that defined 90’s Boom-Bap, Chug started producing in 2010 and has since released on labels such as Heist’s Liquid Lab, Soul Deep, Tru-Thoughts, Smooth N Groove and Inform Records.
Both Jess Young and Chug are prominent members of the East and Southeast Asian (ESEA) music community, and this collaboration is a testament to the diverse and innovative talent emerging from the scene.
