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LSDXOXO, the Berlin-based music producer and DJ, is back with their debut studio album Dogma, released in September 2024. Known for their innovative work blending genres like electroclash, ghetto house, and techno, LSDXOXO, born Raushaan Glasgow, delivers a project that pushes boundaries while still drawing inspiration from pop and R&B influences. This new release builds on the legacy of the artist’s experimental club sound, honed through years in both New York and Berlin’s underground scenes.
Dogma marks a departure from LSDXOXO’s earlier sample-heavy productions, introducing original songwriting and collaborations with artists like Kelela and Rochelle Jordan, with whom LSDXOXO has previously worked. The album, with tracks like “BLOODLUST” and “4LUVN,” ventures into new sonic territories, including dembow and rap, signaling a fresh direction for an artist known for driving the club scene with unrelenting energy. A notable shift is the incorporation of more pop-toned elements, blending them seamlessly with dancehall grooves and reggaeton beats, which underscore LSDXOXO’s versatility as both a producer and a vocalist.
The album’s structure feels like a mixtape, with seamless transitions between tracks that range from experimental, genre-bending indie-pop on “4LUVN,” to the rap-inflected “Superstar,” echoing influences like Yves Tumor and Future. Tracks like “Brand New” channel a sleek house vibe, while others like “Girls Girls Girls” offer a cloud-rap aesthetic reminiscent of Yung Lean. These explorations speak to LSDXOXO’s ability to merge underground club culture with mainstream sounds, all while maintaining a sharp edge.
Dogma continues LSDXOXO’s tradition of challenging musical norms, drawing from their roots in New York’s GHE20GOTH1K collective and their more recent Floorgasm parties in Berlin. The album’s balance of high-energy, dancefloor-ready beats with off-peak, introspective moments positions LSDXOXO alongside artists like Beyoncé and Lady Gaga, with whom they’ve previously collaborated. The combination of intricate rhythms, autotuned vocals, and pop sensibilities makes Dogma an essential release that pushes the boundaries of both dance music and pop culture.
