Only Temporarily

Bad Disk - Only Temporarily

Superdrive Recordings, the passion project label of the enigmatic producer Bad Disk, stands as a testament to the relentless pursuit of artistic expression and creative freedom. With a background rooted in their time as a signed artist on labels such as Emercive and mau5trap, Bad Disk's journey now takes a bold new direction, curating a platform that champions the untamed spirit of electronic music.

From the soul-stirring harmonies of ambient and the hypnotic cadence of techno to the infectious energy of house and the avant-garde experimentation of glitch, the label's palette spans a wide spectrum of electronic sounds. This eclectic range reflects Bad Disk's unyielding belief in the power of unrestricted creativity.

Superdrive acts as a haven for both emerging talents and seasoned producers, nurturing their distinctive visions and challenging them to explore uncharted territories. It's a sanctuary where the boundaries of traditional genres dissolve, paving the way for sonic innovation and exploration.

Drawing from his own experiences as an artist, Bad Disk understands the value of artist autonomy. At Superdrive, the artists are the guiding force behind their own journeys, given the liberty to shape their narratives without compromise. It's a place where bold ideas and artistic risk-taking are celebrated, fostering an environment that encourages musicians to embrace their true authentic selves.

As Superdrive's sonic crusade cuts through speakers worldwide, it signals not just a record label but a movement, an ode to the unyielding spirit of electronic music. With Bad Disk at the helm, Superdrive Records remains committed to pushing boundaries, defying norms, and giving rise to a symphony of innovation that resonates with the hearts of music lovers everywhere.

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Contact/bookings: 
jonathonashe@live.ca

Discord:
https://discord.gg/C4EkNJW

What is a Shadow Portal?

A place of wonder. Crying and dancing at the same time. Intimacy, connection, raw emotion, and visualization. A means of bringing people together to heal the darkest corners of themselves.

Breathe in, breathe out. This is my shadow portal. A gateway to my entire being.
What does yours look like? Euphoria? Sadness? Fear, worry, concern? Solicitude, laughter? This is your shadow portal, and it shifts with time and experience.

Shadow Portal teaches about the importance of shadow work with a unique, electronic twist.
The shadow self, first identified by the psychologist Carl Jung, is the part of our psyche that we push aside; the part that holds all our regrets, griefs, secrets, and deepest fears. By viewing your shadow self without judgement, you open the portal to consciousness and self recovery. This helps us find a unique purpose, fulfillment, and connection to a higher power.
Sometimes, we forget this. That's where the young artist found his purpose. Shadow Portal takes this concept and applies it to music, creating worlds and opening portals through sound. This gives a gentle reminder that everyone is going through something, and that we're all doing the best we can.

This is my Shadow Portal. What is yours like?

About The Producer:
Inspired by artists (both big and small) such as Au5, CloudNone, i_o, Akosmo, Loosid, Virtual Riot, Midnight Kitsune, Asteroid Afterparty, STRNGER,  deadmau5, & others, the young producer’s signature style incorporates emotional chord progressions, futuristic sounds, vowel-like basses, punchy/resonant snares, and experimental, ethereal sound design.

Born from the soul in a transformation phase of life, Shadow Portal sets his eyes towards labels such as “Lost In Dreams”, "Monstercat", "Mau5trap", and "Rushdown". He has been making music since he was 4 years old with his family's piano.

Shadow Portal first discovered electronic music at a young age through Pandora radio. After discovering the iconic "Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites" by Skrillex, he fell in love with the futuristic sound. A few years later, he heard “Flight” by Tristam & Braken, released on the Monstercat label, for the first time while coming home from a mountain biking ride. He later found that many young producers were doing the same thing the professionals were. This was the spark waiting to ignite his passion for electronic music, and challenged the question, "If they can do it, why can't I?"

Ever since then, Shadow Portal experiments with countless genres, embracing chances to try new sound design techniques and shape his signature sound. In the past years, he's participated in an official Monstercat remix competition, performed a live instrument show at his high school prom, assisted at a small 4th of July event, and bought a Roland System-500 modular synthesizer. About 4 years ago, he started learning to DJ on the Roland DJ-202. He is now adept at the skill, and aims to bring the Shadow Portal sound to venues where he can paint emotion with sound waves.

Shadow Portal's tracks sound identical to artists such as Porter Robinson (whom friends have said he looks strikingly similar to) the experimental Loosid, the legendary producer i_o who's influence has reached the far corners of the universe, the sound wizard Au5, and more familiar names such as Owl City, & Coldplay.

If you're looking for something to touch the heart, step into the universe of Shadow Portal. But be warned: this journey, will transform you.
The young artist uses Logic Pro as his choice DAW.

Artist's Note:
For use of my songs on media platforms, DJ mixes, streams, etc. please provide credits as show in the example below. Please also include the URL to my linktree if possible.
Example: “Track name” by Shadow Portal. Listen on SoundCloud: (track link). Open a Shadow Portal! (linktree URL)

Dj and Producer.
Born in the heart of Brasília and raised in the south of the district.  House of modernism.  I lived in a place that exale art and design everywhere. 

Dj e Produtor. 
Nascido no coração de Brasília e criado no sul do distrito. Casa do modernismo. Vivi em um lugar que exala em todos os cantos a arte e o design.

João Rei Lobo, who goes by the artist name "Rei," is a musician from Pretoria. His presence is established across various music and social media platforms, highlighting his active engagement in the music community.

Rei’s work is accessible on a range of popular streaming services, including Apple Music, Spotify, and SoundCloud. He has a compilation album titled "Kɒmpɪˈleɪʃ(ə)N" which serves as a central point for listeners to explore his work. Beyond music platforms, he maintains a strong online presence through social media, with profiles on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter).

A musician creates music with skill and practice.
A Producer creates music with design.
- Shower thought

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