"Isolation" is the 2nd EP in Jonny Tobin's "Apocalypse" trilogy project. Lush synth chords and funk-infused beats and basslines merge with soaring harmonized synth lines that sizzle and sing. Shifting through moods and vibes that are uplifting with a hint of bittersweet nostalgia, this project was inspired by the moods and feelings that the global pandemic brought on.

Credits: 

Production synths, composition, mixing - Jonny Tobin
Mastered by Shaquille Headley
Artwork by Tristan Yuvienco

Amethyst

Take Your Time

Vivid Dreams

After releasing the full-length “Weekends” in 2020 (released via Wicked Wax in Amsterdam), a string of singles, collaborative projects, and EPs in 2021, Jonny Tobin releases another full-length solo album “Together” to kick off 2022. Facing isolation and loneliness (as many people in the world did throughout 2020), the album is a collection of tracks that Jonny made to channel negative feelings into something hopeful and forward-looking.

While the album was created without any other collaborators, many of the tracks on the album relate back to an experience that personally inspired Jonny, or to a connection with someone else. “Take Your Time” was an evolution of a Masego remix contest submission from the summer of 2020 (while Jonny didn’t win the contest, he received a memorable shoutout from Masego on Instagram). On “What I Didn’t Do”, Jonny features a clip from friend and fellow musician William Chernoff speaking about unrealized potential and some of the negative self-talk that can hold people back. “Vivid Dreams” also features vocals by way of a chopped lead vocal from the Jonny Tobin-produced track “Mars” by Janette King. Closing off the album is the introspective track “Leonidus”, which was born out of a beat Jonny created for Loop Sessions, a monthly beatmakers hang. The track expanded into a tribute to Jonny’s friend Leonidus Edwards who passed away suddenly in 2021.

“Together” represents Jonny’s response to all the tragedy, despair, and grief of the past 2 years - holding space for those emotions but also seeking to provide glimmers of optimism with an almost playful delight, as the compositions encapsulate his bright outlook on the world. 

credits:

all production, mixing - Jonny Tobin
album mastering - Shaquille Headley (The Drum Temple)

"What I Didn't Do" features Will Chernoff (spoken) and a sample of Thad Bailey-Mai playing rhodes from Will Chernoff's song "Reliable Friend".

"Vivid Dreams" features a vocal sample from Janette King's song "Mars".

"Leonidus" features spoken words from Leonidus Edwards in some of our final conversations before his passing. Love you and miss you my brother.

Dweema

Crystal Clouds

Lilacs And Lavender

Beachside Thoughts

Awake

Neon Afterglow

What I Didn't Do

Wonderment

Swimming

Anibae

Emerald Evening

I've been a lifelong Star Wars fan. I'm loving Andor so much - it has so many complex themes and it is truly one of the best TV shows ever, Star Wars or not (in my opinion). I decided to put together this special arrangement to celebrate the ending of this incredible series. I've incorporated a medley of music which ties in to the themes, characters, events of Andor/Rogue One/A New Hope - and I even snuck in a quick excerpt of Mexico's national anthem (in honour of Diego Luna's Mexican heritage). 

All instruments, arrangement, mix, video edit by Jonny Tobin.

Andor theme composed by Nicholas Britell. Other themes used in this medley composed by John Williams. 

Andor Series Finale Medley

"Sunrise", the debut single from keys player/beatmaker Jonny Tobin is velvety, lush instrumental track mixing elements of soul, house, and trap music. Featuring funky synth melodies and a bouncy backbeat, the song conjures up nostalgia for sunnier days.

Sunrise

Super Genesis

Drunken Noodles

Empowerment

Remix of Potatohead People's song "Quest For Love". This is the first collab of many we've been working on. Enjoy!

Potatohead People - Quest For Love (Jonny Tobin and EyeLoveBrandon Remix)

"Earth Signs" is the sound of lush chords and otherworldly synths cascading over colourful planetary landscapes. It was inspired by the feelings of space, constellations, and the warm cosmic joy felt when contemplating the universe.

This album was released worldwide on September 20, 2019, but it's here for the first time on SoundCloud! Enjoy the ride.

Production, arrangement, compositions, keyboards, synths, synth bass by Jonny Tobin
Artwork by Michael Bennett (Inkboy)
Mastered by Shaquille Headley (The Drum Temple)

Just Beyond the Waterfall

Capricorn

Virgo

The Chosen One

Taurus

Secret Waterfall

“Awake” is the start of a new interplanetary journey. It’s a sunny, tight, 3-track EP informed by funk, vaporwave, classic video game soundtracks, and vintage R&B. Jonny Tobin’s signature elements shine through from the get-go: dreamy, sugary, lush, synthesizers are present in all 3 tracks and create a warm aroma. Catchy yet sophisticated chord progressions coat the songs in a futuristic feel-good glow. Dirty, bootylicious basslines and swaggy beats shake the house down. All of the tracks are propelled by uplifting melodies that feel at once familiar yet impossible to place. Everything comes together to form hopeful pieces in a mosaic with a colourful collection of characters.

This EP forms the first part in a 3-part story arc (which will culminate in a full album/music video release).

An apocalyptic event ravaged the galaxy, wiping out entire planets, populations, and leaving entire civilizations in ruins. 3 humans from Terra-11 were placed in capsules to preserve their memories and their bodies, as toxins and evil beings took hold of their planet and wiped out the majority of all living beings.   
Hundreds of years later, 3 strangers wander alone through a lush yet desolate wilderness, after waking from a long slumber. In their contemplative states they come upon a variety of colourful landscapes and monuments to civilization past. They encounter vistas and visions that trigger nostalgia, memories, and feelings they hadn’t experienced since before their cryogenic sleep. Instead of feeling hopeless or lonely, they each, in turn, rediscover what it means to feel emotions and find love in a world torn apart by a tragic event. 

Credits:
Production synths, composition, mixing - Jonny Tobin
Vocal sample on Neon Afterglow - Janette King
Mastered by Shaquille Headley
Artwork by Tristan Yuvienco

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