Obsession starts with a feeling. It’s the hook that won’t let go, the groove that keeps circling back, the moment you realize you’ve been nodding along for the past five minutes without even noticing. Enter Ocean T’s “OBSSSD”, a track that doesn’t just flirt with classic House nostalgia—it seduces, teases, and eventually owns it.
Built around a warm, rolling bassline that could’ve been lifted straight from a late-’90s Plastic City record, “OBSSSD” finds its footing in deep, hypnotic chords and a vocal that glides effortlessly over the arrangement. There’s something effortless in how Ocean T structures the track: no forced peaks, no unnecessary tension—just a masterclass in groove, where lush pads act like a sonic cushion against the track’s tightly woven rhythm. The beat doesn’t bang; it persuades. The melody doesn’t demand; it lingers. It’s House music at its most distilled—stripped down yet rich, timeless yet fresh.
But “OBSSSD” isn’t just about sound; it’s about sensation. The title is a promise, and by the time the last notes fade, it’s clear Ocean T knew exactly what he was doing. Some tracks work their way into your head. This one? It settles in and stays there.
Words by Holger Breuer
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