Globally acclaimed electronic music visionary What So Not returns this Friday, October 3, with “Threads” (ft. Maiah Manser) — a stunning collaboration with Dutch producer Buunshin. The track follows What So Not’s celebrated 2024 release Motions, a deeply introspective project that reaffirmed his status as one of the most forward-thinking figures in modern electronic music.
“Threads” represents years of artistic evolution, weaving glitch-inspired textures, precise production, and the haunting vocals of Maiah Manser into a multilayered sonic journey. The single drifts between luminous soundscapes and darker, reflective undertones — a sound signature that is both unmistakably What So Not and a bold step forward. It’s a statement of continual reinvention that underscores his reputation as a boundary-breaking innovator within the global electronic scene.
Since his 2013 breakout with “High You Are” (Branchez Remix) — now boasting over 158 million Spotify streams — What So Not has built a career on creativity and longevity. From the emotional resonance of “Gemini” to his iconic remix of RÜFÜS DU SOL’s “Innerbloom”, he has consistently stood apart from EDM’s mainstream trends, defining an era by refusing to conform. Over a decade later, he continues to balance nostalgia with evolution, crafting music that connects with longtime fans while captivating a new generation of listeners.
What So Not on “Threads”:
“Cultivating the fragility, emotion & power demanded intense focus & reimagination. Three long years after its initial conception, Buunshin, Maiah & I drew down our thoughts from the collective abyss & formed the final touches of this existential record.”
Upcoming Tour Dates
- Oct. 24 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Melkweg
- Oct. 31 – Seattle, WA – Q Nightclub
- Nov. 1 – San Bernardino, CA – ESCAPE Halloween
- Nov. 7 – Salt Lake City, UT – Sky SLC
About What So Not
What So Not is an Australian electronic producer celebrated for his unique blend of bass, trap, and cinematic soundscapes. Since emerging in the early 2010s, he has collaborated with global icons such as Skrillex, RL Grime, and even Toto, earning more than 1.3 billion streams worldwide. His ability to merge heavy festival energy with emotional depth has made him a fixture on the world stage.
His debut album Not All the Beautiful Things (2018) — featuring “Be Ok Again” with Daniel Johns and “Goh” with Skrillex — solidified his creative reach, while Anomaly (2022) expanded his boundary-pushing style with tracks like “Messin’ Me Up” and “Mr. Regular” featuring Oliver Tree and Killer Mike. Known for powerful performances at Coachella, Lollapalooza, and Ultra Music Festival, What So Not’s live sets fuse cutting-edge visuals with raw emotion, continuously redefining the possibilities of electronic music.
About Buunshin
Buunshin (Ferry Mellegers) is a pioneering Dutch artist redefining the boundaries of bass music. His emotionally charged productions explore the full spectrum of human experience — from purity to catharsis — earning him support from legends like Skrillex, Flume, Chris Lake, and Porter Robinson.
Handpicked by Noisia to carry their legacy forward, Buunshin has left an indelible mark through collaborations with What So Not, DJ Fresh, IMANU, DROELOE, and The Caracal Project. His acclaimed remix of Apashe’s “Distance” was hailed by UKF as one of the most iconic drum & bass tracks of all time. Constantly experimenting with technology, emotion, and sound design, Buunshin continues to craft music that resonates across genres and borders.
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