Shane Codd Gives Timeless 90s Dance Vibes On His New Dance-Pop Crossover Smash “Something More”
With the resurgence of 90s vibes thriving in the current EDM scene, more and more talent will rise to the challenge. On our first visit to Tileyard Music, we are checking out “Something More”, the latest from Shane Codd. Shane Codd’s journey as a DJ/Producer began in Dublin, Ireland, where he was born and raised. His passion for house music developed at a young age, influenced by his exposure to club classics, which he would listen to at home, in the car with his mother, and with friends at school. This early love for the genre laid the foundation for his future in the music industry.
As he matured, Shane’s dedication to house music only intensified. His breakout single “Get Out My Head” became a testament to his deep connection with the late 90s/early 2000s dance sound, infused with his own unique touch. This track, born out of his bedroom sanctuary during the pandemic, unexpectedly skyrocketed in popularity, garnering over 20 million streams in both the UK and Ireland. Notably, it climbed to the Top 10 on the Official UK Singles Chart and secured a spot in the Top 5 in his homeland.
Despite achieving remarkable success, Shane’s journey as a self-taught producer wasn’t always smooth sailing. He had to make tough decisions to pursue his musical dreams fully. Shane’s unwavering determination led him to drop out of college for a year, choosing to reside in a modest, cold apartment in Dublin to focus solely on honing his craft. Financial struggles were a part of his reality as he poured his heart and soul into making music, determined to create something exceptional.
“Working on ‘Something More‘ was similar to when I made ‘Get Out My Head,’ where I made it on my own in my bedroom in Cavan in Ireland with my headphones on, staying up until 6AM. I started actually by feeling a little stuck on what to do, as I was working on another idea, and it wasn’t going anywhere. I took out the keyboard and started playing notes with a sound I really liked from the Nexus plugin. Then I looked on Splice for vocals that I thought suited. I decided not to play by any rules in the song as I wanted to make it fun and how I wanted and not worry about anyone else. That made the process very enjoyable and sort of bold to break the rules. The long intro on the Original Mix was something I wanted to have in there to try and build an epic euphoric moment, something like Eric Prydz‘s ‘Opus‘ with the tempo starting slow and building up to build the energy. I also wanted to go for a 90s trancey vibe, and I think it sounded a bit more modern too, which I liked.” – Shane Codd
“After making ‘Get Out My Head‘ in my bedroom and releasing it during the pandemic in 2020, I was blown away by the reaction immediately. People were sharing it and playing it at their drinking sessions during the sunny weekend we got in Ireland end of May this year. It went from that to people telling me they heard the track being played in someone’s car in different towns and then to it starting to get thousands of streams online. I was so excited I would sit out in the car and take videos of it on the radio. Getting signed to Polydor afterward was amazing. The team was great, and they really sent the record flying. It was Top 10 in a few countries, including the United Kingdom, and the Top 5 in Ireland for weeks and hit charts in Belgium, The Netherlands, and Poland and #1 on Shazam in multiple countries. It also went #1 on the US Dance Radio chart. I was blown away and so grateful. This song completely changed my life, and I am forever grateful to everyone for their support, and now I just want to keep going. In the meantime, I was doing remixes for the likes of Ellie Goulding, Anne-Marie, Little Mix, The Wanted, and Becky Hill while also working on new tracks. Then, of course, pressure came as well, but I like to look at the positive side and be grateful. I feel like now I’ve been in the game for almost 3 years, got to do 2 years of gigs, and finally have experience in the game. Since there’s a lot more to the music industry, there’s still loads to learn. I’m excited for the future and to get all the new music I’ve been working on out. I’m really doing music that I love and inspires me and takes influence from music I love and that I want to play out – 90s / 00s trance and house being keywords and also with influences from the likes of Avicii, Swedish House Mafia and more. Starting a new journey with my new management and label is exciting.” – Shane Codd about releasing his breakthrough hit “Get Out My Head“
With a string of accolades to his name, Shane Codd, the Platinum-certified Irish musician, continues to captivate audiences with his latest single “Something More.” Following the massive success of his quarantine-era breakout hit “Get Out My Head,” which not only achieved Gold and Platinum certifications but also reached an impressive #5 on the Irish Singles Chart and the Top 10 in the United Kingdom, Codd now showcases his remarkable talent and sonic diversity once again. In “Something More,” the young producer reaffirms his signature upbeat and addictive style. The track opens with digitized chords that set the tone, perfectly complemented by soulful vocals that draw listeners into the journey. As the song progresses, it swiftly builds into a euphoric and uplifting progressive drop, accompanied by soaring melodies that resonate with hope-inspiring lyrics. The result is an infectious and feel-good anthem that spreads positivity and joy to anyone who listens. Drawing inspiration from iconic drops in renowned tracks like Eric Prydz’s “Opus,” Shane Codd masterfully weaves together elements that both honor the classics and push the boundaries of contemporary dance music.
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