“The Bassman” is the tenth single by Eventstellar, released worldwide through Stormwind Music International on May 5, 2017, with a relaunch on May 11, 2024.

Recorded at Skógafoss Studios in Reykjavik, Iceland, the single was produced by Sōun Kanda, Sunoh Kanda, and Thor Linnane. Mixing was handled by Sōun Kanda, marking this release as a significant milestone in Eventstellar’s catalog.

This single is a tribute to the profound influence of bass in music and the enigmatic personality of John Sunday a central figure encapsulated in three distinct songs:

“John Sunday” a cosmic and surreal exploration of a character: “John Sunday” this song blends vivid imagery with a driving baseline to depict the dualities of light and dark, madness and brilliance. The lyrics paint John Sunday as a figure caught in the rhythms of the universe, leading the fight through astral tides and cosmic shifts. With its hypnotic repetition and vivid storytelling, this track captures the mystique and power of its namesake.

With “The Bassman” the song celebrates the magnetic allure of a bass player and their ability to captivate with deep grooves and rhythmic finesse. Combining poetic references to the Taurus sign and crazy tones. The Bassman evokes an enigmatic figure whose sound holds the pulse of life. The song’s flowing structure and evocative lyrics highlight the bass as a driving force.

And the single closes with “John” an introspective piece that delves into the trials and triumphs of a man who finds solace and strength through his instrument. The track explores themes of resilience, redemption, and the power of music to transform and overcome. With a poignant narrative and emotive melody, John is a heartfelt ode to perseverance and hope in the face of life’s challenges.

Release date:
May 05, 2017

Produced:
Sōun Kanda, Sunoh Kanda & Thor Linnane

Engineer:
Sōun Kanda

Label:
Stormwind Music International

Recorded, mixed and mastered at:
Skógalfoss Studios

Genres:
Experimental & Alternative

Format:
Download & Streaming