D'Monk makes his debut with a hard-hitting EP on Touching Bass, a label known for its refined taste. From the start, it's clear that this one's designed for the dancefloor, opening with 'Broken Rhythm Composer'ia techno-heavy, machine-soul masterpiece. A barrage of driving drums, sharp hi-hats, and that unmistakable 808 tom bassline set the tone, while a distorted vocal subtly weaves through the mix, creating an otherworldly atmosphere. The groove is tight but forward-thinking, flanged drums swirling in halfway through, pulling you further into the EP's hypnotic world. 'Listen' follows, stepping things up with a vocal loop floating over bass-heavy, reverberating drums. Three minutes in, just when you think it's simmering, a riser builds, leading to a huge drop. Acid squelches pierce the dubby undercurrent, rolling back into a thick, groovy bassline. It's Detroit-inspired, but also nods to London's broken beat scene and Berlin's electronic landscape. Then, out of nowhere, the track is transformed by Herbie Hancock-style jazz keys, adding a funky, spaced-out layer before snapping back to the minimal, bass-driven core. This is music crafted by someone who understands the dynamics of the dancefloor, knowing exactly when to push and pull, when to layer, and when to strip things back. It's raw, precise, and absolutely uncompromising. A debut that not only stands out but suggests D'Monk's already seasoned in crafting dancefloor dynamite.