Melodic bassist Maddy O’Neal taps DJ Paul and Three 6 Mafia’s Jason Leech for futuristic trap anthem “Run It Back”

“Run It Back” is the second single from O’Neal’s upcoming LP VITAL SIGNS

“Run It Back” is now available on various platforms

“It was an absolute pleasure working with Maddy. She’s a longtime friend and one of the few women in EDM and an awesome one at that. I took organ lessons as a kid and have a deep love for piano so I naturally gravitate towards incorporating that into almost every beat I make. When I heard the beautiful piano at the beginning of this track I was instantly captivated and the hook just popped into my head as soon as the beat dropped. I’m so excited for this release! Mafia!” – DJ Paul, from Three 6 Mafia

The ever evolving, electro-soul powerhouse Maddy O’Neal is preparing for her next major artistic statement.

Over the course of her career, the Denver-based artist has mobilized fans across the country with her magnetic soulful bass stylings and hypnotic, hybrid DJ/drum pad live performances — a creative presence that has led her to perform at renowned festivals such as Coachella, Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, Ultra Music Festivalprovided her with a direct support position at REZZ‘s recent Red rocks show, and drop a needle at the Olympic Games in Paris.

Photo credit: Brittany Teuber // @brizzzzzzle

O’Neal is now working on her next full-length LP, VITAL SIGNSCentered around themes of personal evolution – and navigating the emotional waves that come with a changing inner and outer world – VITAL SIGNS will see O’Neal explores a wide range of genres and forges her artistic line within a wide variety of soundscapes.

Last month, O’Neal gave fans their first taste of VITAL SIGNS with the LP’s first single, “Locked upa collaboration with rapper and frequent GRiZ-colleague Probable cause. Combine old school dubstep aesthetics with smooth flows of Probable cause“Locked up“is a sharp representation of O’Neal‘s mastery of blending genres and a suitable tone setter for the world building of the VITAL SIGNS era.

Photo credit: Brittany Teuber // @brizzzzzzle

Now the versatile artist reveals the second single from the LP:Take it backa collaboration with Three 6 Mafia co-founder DJ Paul and jamtronica keyboardist/producer Jason Leech. By fusing the virtuoso sensibilities of its three creators, “Take it back” is a grandiose showcase of trunk-rattling production, glistening keyboard melodies and a hefty dose of Memphis hip-hop swagger. The track was the last to be made for VITAL SIGNSand represents a seamless creative collaboration between two electronic virtuosos and the rap legend DJ Paul – WHO Maddy O’Neal met during a three-month bus trip with Cherub.

“’Run It Back’ emerged as the standout futuristic trap anthem on the record, featuring one of my favorite MCs on the record, DJ Paul from Three 6 Mafia. I’ve been dreaming of this collaboration ever since we worked together on the Cherub tour in 2018, just waiting for the perfect track to send him. When I started working on this project with Jason Leech, it started out as this beautiful piece with Jason’s keyboards as the central element. As the song evolved, I gradually reworked it into this gritty trap banger, and everything fell into place.” – Maddy O’Neal

DJ Paul from Three 6 Mafia

“Take it back” begins with lush piano chord progressions alternating with DJ Paul‘s signature vocal cadences. The track then builds with orchestral drum patterns, deep bass notes, and inspiring lyrical refrains before segueing into its intoxicating first verse—a section that combines a thumping, brass-infused trap beat with syncopated synth pads and a fluid flow of DJ Paul.

The track then transitions into a kaleidoscopic middle section full of swirling percussion, vocal claps and ominous arpeggiated piano melodies, before stripping the instrumental down to a mix of motivating chord progressions, acid-inspired synth lines and symphonic strings. Finally, the track builds again before swooping into its climatic final section – an epic conclusion that O’NealThe song’s signature future bass sounds, combined with fast violin and gospel backing vocals.

“After playing a few shows together, Maddy and I discussed starting a new collaboration. She first sent me a heavy drum beat with an 808 bass and I laid down the keys you hear in the intro – early bones that evolved into the rest of the song.

I was blown away when Maddy told me DJ Paul was going to be on the track. This is the first time I’ve shared a project with an artist I’ve listened to since I was a kid. It’s a real mind trip to experience. Shout out to Maddy for helping me break through the matrix.” –Jason Leech

Fans can catch O’Neal play “Take it back” and others VITAL SIGNS songs on her upcoming tour dates including WAKAAN Music Festival, Unusual FestivalAnd Suwannee Hulaween.

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Maddy O’Neal Tour Dates

9/5/24: 45 East (Cascade Equinox pre-party) – Portland, OR
09-26-24 – 09-29-24: Wakaan Music Festival – Ozark, Arkansas
10/4/24: Public Works – San Francisco, CA
10/5/24: Offbeat Festival – Reno, NV
10/25/24: Suwannee Hulaween – Live Oak, FL
10-26-24: The Crossing – Grand Rapids, MI