This latest track is called "Hyphy Nature". It was inspired by both the Nature around the Bay Area, and growing up during the Hyphy Movement. For those who aren't familiar, the Hyphy Movement was a musical style of Hip Hop that originated in the Bay Area and consisted of hard beats at a tempo around 100 BPM, with very high energy drums and beats. In high school and beyond,  listening to artists like Mac Dre, too sure, Mr. FAB, the Pack, and others boldy represent this part of California became huge source of pride for me, as it did for many of the youth growing up here. It felt like I was collectively part of something special, and the energy and pride from that era still radiates through the bay area heavily. I personally was especially inspired by the underlying beats of the music, pioneered by producers like Trackademicks, EA Ski,  Rick Rock, and especially Traxamillion( Who tragically passed away last year). 

Being born in Brazil, and having parents from different European countries, I always felt like a bit of an outsider when I was young. All of my music, movie, and cultural references seemed different than those around me. So having the hyphy movement pop off as I was in high school and into hip-hop production, it felt so fun to connect with other youth around it, and led me to feel like I was connected to something bigger. It led me to feel very proud to be from the bay area. I feel so lucky to have been a part of that, and I'll hold San Francisco and the Bay Area in my heart closely forever. I'm grateful for this special influence that will forever be a part of the sound of HABITAAT.

Another big point of interest for me growing up was being connected to the specific nature around this area. I grew up as a city kid through and through, but any access I had to get into nature I was super enthusiastic about. I joined all the nature clubs of my public inner city high school, and I even became a youth ambassador for the conservation organizations. The melodic elements of the song represent the feelings I would get visiting places like the Marin Headlands, Lands end, or Golden Gate Park. I could not get enough, and that passion for conservation and connection to nature continued as a thread throughout my life to this day.  

So this track is a tribute to those two influences from the Bay Area, the Hyphy music, and the Northern California nature.

Hyphy Nature

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"One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain" - Bob Marley

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HABITAAT (Tomas Wischerath) is a multifaceted DJ composer that uses a creative mixture of natural sounds, hyphy melodies, and euphoric dance beats to bridge the gap between the natural world and electronic dance music. Brazil-born and Bay Area raised, HABITAAT’s unique production is influenced by Hip-Hop, cinematic movie scores, and underground club music, with the aim to make you feel like you are surrounded by nature. 

A rising star in the world of indie electronic, HABITAAT has opened for artists like Bonobo, Clozee, Duke Dumont, and Whethan. With a unique fusion of earthy melodic storytelling and a vast range of rhythms and instruments from around the globe, HABITAAT creates an unforgettable experience that can be enjoyed in the club, on a beach, or in any elevated state of mind.

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