Flote, Ember, and Lexi Scatena Channel Uncertainty of New Romance With Vulnerable Melodic Bass Collab "Sweet Escape" on Heaven Sent

Florida-based FLOTE is a rising star in the melodic bass space known for his distinct mix of dreamy soundscapes and heart-touching melodies. EMBER is a budding producer hailing from Las Vegas who has been balancing head-banging dubstep and captivating melodic bass. San Francisco singer/songwriter Lexi Scatena has been putting her mark on the melodic dance space with a steady output of infectious toplines. Fusing the power of their talents comes “Sweet Escape,” an emotive ballad that arrives on SLANDER’s Heaven Sent imprint.

“Sweet Escape” is a captivating melodic bass anthem that centers around the uncertainty experienced in the early stages of a relationship. Pensive piano chords and delicate guitar strums lay the foundation for the reflective opening. Scatena’s gripping topline is lofty and emotive, tracing the highs and lows of love as trepidation slowly creeps in. Sparkling arps skyrocket into an uplifting melodic drop that fuses towering synths, heavenly vocal bends, and powerful bass. The stripped-back break allows the vocals to reclaim center stage as swirling feelings cycle over the sentimental guitar melody. The finale is a burst of sonic fireworks, embracing the “Sweet Escape” with open arms and unbridled elation.

FLOTE explains what the release means to him, saying, “I’m beyond excited that this track found its home at Heaven Sent. SLANDER has been one of the biggest inspirations for me as an artist—they were a huge part of what got me into melodic bass music in the first place. We poured a lot of time and energy into creating something that captures those timeless, emotional elements of melodic bass, and I couldn’t ask for a better place to share it.”

As for what to expect, EMBER offers his perspective, “This tune always puts me in a good mood when I listen to it. Lexi's amazing vocals make this song a must-listen.”

Lexi Scatena expands on the significance of the release, saying “SLANDER was the first duo I listened to when discovering melodic bass music, so having a release on their label is a special, full-circle moment!”

Hailing from Florida, FLOTE is an emerging talent in the melodic bass space carving out his own niche. His tracks have earned coveted spots on Spotify editorial playlists including Bass Lounge and Bass Arcade, alongside support from NCS, Trap Nation, Stardust Recs, and AirwaveMusicTV. With over a million streams across all platforms, FLOTE is one to watch in the melodic electronic scene.

EMBER is a Las Vegas-based producer who effortlessly moves between rail-ready dubstep and emotionally-enriched melodic bass. He is the recent winner of Insomniac’s Discovery Project DJ/producer competition, which was hosted at Apocalypse Festival and hand-selected by special guest Jessica Audiffred. His music has gained support from industry heavyweights like Riot Ten, LAYZ, FREAKY, and VLCN.

Coming from San Francisco, Lexi Scatena is an in-demand topliner and vocalist taking the electronic scene by storm. She has collaborators with some of the scene’s brightest stars including SABAI and Synymata. Her songs have been played out at some of the world’s biggest festivals, including EDC Las Vegas, Lost Lands, and EDC Orlando, while gaining editorial support on Spotify’s lauded playlists, Sad Beats and Bass Lounge. With over 100k monthly listeners and 3 million total streams, it’s clear her star continues to ascend.

“Sweet Escape” captures the swirling emotions of a new connection; a heartfelt melodic bass single exploring the highs and lows of young love in sensational sonic form.

FLOTE, EMBER, and Lexi Scatena’s new single “Sweet Escape” is available on all platforms via Heaven Sent.