Havoc by PHAZE: A Wild Ride Through Electro Chaos (2019)
Alright, let’s talk about Havoc, the 2019 brainchild of French producer PHAZE, released under Wasp Records (WSPR). If you’re into Electronic music with a punch—specifically Electro House and straight-up Electro vibes—you’re gonna wanna stick around for this one. It’s not perfect, but it’s got teeth, and sometimes that’s all you need.
First off, the title track “Havoc” slaps hard. Like, really hard. Imagine walking into a neon-lit arcade at 3 AM, except the games are glitching out, and someone’s cranked the volume on every machine to eleven. That’s “Havoc.” The bassline is dirty, almost like it doesn’t care what you think, and the synths spiral into this chaotic yet oddly satisfying mess. You can tell PHAZE wasn’t trying to play it safe here—he just went for it. And honestly? It works. This track sticks in your head because it feels alive, unpredictable, like it might explode at any second.
Then there’s another banger—I don’t even know its name, but let’s call it Track X for now. It starts off slow, teasing you with these eerie pads that sound like they’re straight out of an old sci-fi flick. But then BAM! The drop hits, and suddenly you’re caught in this hypnotic loop of staccato beats and robotic blips. It’s weirdly addictive, like eating chips when you’re supposed to be on a diet. You hate yourself a little bit, but damn, it’s good.
What I love about Havoc as an album is how unapologetically raw it feels. PHAZE isn’t trying to reinvent the wheel; he’s just giving it some new paint and letting it spin wildly out of control. There’s no overthinking here, just pure energy bottled up and unleashed. Sure, some tracks blend together after a while, but isn’t that kinda the point with albums like this? It’s less about individual songs and more about creating a vibe—a chaotic, electrified atmosphere you can lose yourself in.
Now, here’s the kicker: listening to Havoc made me realize something strange. Music doesn’t always have to make sense or follow rules to be memorable. Sometimes, it just needs to hit you where it counts—in this case, right in the chest with a sledgehammer of sound. So if you’re looking for something polished and predictable, maybe skip this one. But if you want to dive headfirst into a sonic storm brewed in the heart of France, crank up Havoc. Just don’t blame me if your neighbors start banging on the walls.
Oh, and fun fact: I listened to this whole thing while cleaning my room, and somehow ended up rearranging my furniture instead. Coincidence? Probably not.
