Strategy's 2021 single "Premium Grease" is a masterclass in tension and release, built on a sparse, dubwise rhythmic foundation. The track eschews conventional song structure in favor of a slow-burn build, demonstrating the artist's signature control over atmosphere and groove.
- "Premium Grease" was released on Tru Thoughts, a label renowned for its diverse electronic music roster, including artists like Bonobo and Quantic.
- The single arrived during a period where Strategy was focusing on shorter, impactful releases, following his 2019 album "Model Defiance."
- As with much of Strategy's work, "Premium Grease" favors intricate sound design and rhythmic complexity over prominent melodic hooks.
Strategy is the electronic music project of producer and DJ Ben Battle, known for his innovative blends of hip-hop, dub, and electronic music. Emerging from the UK scene in the early 2000s, Battle has consistently pushed sonic boundaries, earning a reputation for complex rhythms and deep, immersive soundscapes. In 2021, Strategy released "Premium Grease," a single that found him continuing his exploration of minimalist, dub-infused electronic textures.
Tracklist
