Blondex returns to EXHALE with her debut EP, a powerful four-track record that navigates altered states of perception through her signature fusion of trance-driven emotion, acid-soaked intensity and modern peak-time techno energy. Known for her hypnotic melodies, commanding basslines and high-impact productions, the Spanish DJ and producer continues to carve out her place within the new wave of future-facing techno artists. World building and narrative play a central role in Blondex’s creative vision, with each track designed as part of a larger conceptual journey.
Following her contribution to EXHALE’s latest various artists compilation, Blondex now makes her first full solo appearance on the label with the Twisted Reality EP, an immersive trip through the space between dreams and reality where perception dissolves, time stretches, and the mind drifts beyond the physical world.
‘Astral State’ opens the EP as the entry point into the dream world. Punchy drums, massive basslines and towering trance leads establish immediate momentum, while ethereal vocals and psytrance-inspired elements create the sensation of drifting beyond physical reality. Built around the idea of astral projection and detachment from the body, the track unfolds through a carefully crafted breakdown before erupting into a powerful, high-impact drop designed for peak-time moments. ‘Aeon’ follows by pushing the journey deeper into a timeless space. Squelching acid lines, cinematic choir textures and clean, driving percussion evolve beneath a soaring trance lead, balancing emotional depth with relentless dance floor energy while reflecting the desire to escape time itself and remain suspended within a single moment.
On the second half of the release, ‘2 Shadows As 1’ introduces a more intimate and ethereal atmosphere. Floating vocal textures drift through shimmering sound design and a restrained melodic approach, creating a dreamlike feeling centred around connection and shared frequency. Blondex also makes an appearance as a vocalist herself, adding a deeply personal touch to the track’s emotional core. Closing the EP, ‘Twisted Reality’ dives back into raw intensity through piercing acid sequences, a huge 90s-inspired hoover synth and hefty low-end power. Its explosive drops and alarm-like synth elements represent the final stage of the journey: a fractured awakening where the line between dream and reality no longer exists.
Drawing inspiration from the rich history of trance and techno, Twisted Reality sees Blondex bridge past and present through a distinctly modern lens. Emotionally charged, technically refined and conceptually immersive, the EP captures the timeless spirit of rave culture while pushing it into bold new territory.
