The Cherry Soul Shaker by Rockstar: A Minimalist Banger That Still Slaps
Alright, let’s talk about The Cherry Soul Shaker by Rockstar. Released in 2015 under the label Music is the Drug, this album dives deep into the electronic scene with a mix of minimal, tech house, and techno vibes. If you’re into beats that make your brain tingle and your feet move without asking permission, this one’s for you.
First off, the tracklist isn’t huge—it’s more of a focused EP vibe—but each remix brings its own flavor to the table. The original mix of The Cherry Soul Shaker is where it all starts, and honestly? It’s got this hypnotic groove that sneaks up on you. The bassline feels like it’s crawling through your headphones, and the synths are just sharp enough to keep things interesting without going overboard. It’s not trying too hard, which makes it feel real and raw—like a late-night drive with no destination.
But if I had to pick a standout, it’s gotta be The Cherry Soul Shaker (Dom Digital Remix). This version takes the original and gives it a bit more edge, like someone spiked your coffee with something stronger. There’s this pulsing rhythm that builds slowly, teasing you until BAM—it drops, and suddenly you’re vibing harder than you thought possible. Dom Digital knows how to play with tension, man. You can tell he respects the source material but isn’t afraid to mess around with it either. It’s the kind of track that sticks in your head long after it ends, kinda like when you hear an old song and immediately wanna text your friends about it.
I didn’t spend as much time with the other remixes (Nino Bellemo and Oris De Cueva), but they’ve got their moments too. Nino leans into a smoother, almost dreamy vibe, while Oris goes full-on dancefloor chaos. Honestly, though, the Dom Digital remix stole my heart, so the others felt like bonus tracks rather than main events.
Here’s the thing: albums like The Cherry Soul Shaker remind me why electronic music is so dope. It doesn’t need lyrics or flashy gimmicks—it just needs to hit you in the right spot, and this one does exactly that. Plus, coming from the US in 2015—a time when EDM was blowing up everywhere—it feels refreshing that Rockstar kept things grounded and experimental instead of chasing trends.
Oh, and here’s a random thought: listening to this album feels like being at a party where everyone’s cool with just chilling and letting the music do the talking. No drama, no egos—just good vibes all around. Weirdly enough, it made me want to clean my apartment, which says a lot because cleaning is usually my least favorite activity. So yeah, maybe Rockstar should get royalties every time someone tidies up to their tunes. Food for thought!
