by Purified family members Paradoks and Jono Stephenson join forces for their outstanding debut collaboration, Pulling Me To You – out now on Purified Records.
Expertly blending their individual sounds in sonic harmony, the producers devise a euphoric soundscape that transports listeners to a sky-high dimension. Completed by Frynn’s majestic and instantly recognizable vocals, the track exudes a timeless feel and has created an instant connection with audiences around the world with its power and grace.
Speaking about the release, Paradoks mentioned,
“I was a big fan of Frynn’s vocals since hearing ‘Many Times’ with Camelphat & Mathame. I reached out to her, and a few hours later she sent me a first demo of ‘Pulling Me to You.’ The vocals inspired me to create a melodic techno tune around it, but 19 versions and a few weeks later I still wasn’t convinced with the final result.
In March, I met Jono in LA and as we spoke music over lunch, I showed him the track and we decided to collaborate on it. Two weeks later we played together in Purified South Africa, so it was natural that we’d send it to Nora once finished.
We sat together on it for quite a few sessions and even restarted a couple of times, but it was worth the work and I’m thrilled with the final result: an emotionally moving and lyrically powerful track perfect for euphoric moments on the dancefloor or wherever you listen to it.” – Paradoks
Jono Stephenson mentioned,
“Kobe and I spoke for a while on how we should make a track that connects deeply within us as human beings – something that touches your emotions and takes you away from the world’s struggles for a moment” – Jono Stephenson
Melodic and powerful, Paradoks‘ music defies conventional boundaries. As a producer, he has released on labels such as Armada, Purified, Stil vor Talent, and This Never Happened. His music has garnered support from artists including Tale of Us, Lane 8, Nora En Pure, Oliver Koletzki, Lost Frequencies, Above & Beyond, Pete Tong, Tiesto, Vintage Culture, and many more. His tracks have resonated across prominent platforms such as BBC Radio 1, Tomorrowland Radio, Sirius XM Chill, and at renowned festivals including Tomorrowland Main Stage, Untold, Ultra, and Coachella, among others. Pouring his passion into each performance, Paradoks offers an authentic musical experience, combining his rich piano background with a strong electronic sound to captivate audiences and pave the way for an impactful future in music.
Jono Stephenson’s journey into the world of music was deeply influenced by his upbringing, growing up in a household where music was a way of life, thanks to his mother’s talents in singing, guitar, and piano. For these reasons, Jono developed an early and profound connection to the musical arts, and this foundation laid the groundwork for his own musical exploration. Jono’s artistic career has experienced significant growth, marked by his music being streamed over 1.2 million times by a global audience. His discography includes notable releases on several prestigious labels, such as Zamna Records, Purified Recordings, Impressum by Fideles, Henri Bergmann’s Automatik, as well as his Dancing Echoes EP on Atlant. These achievements have garnered support from renowned stations and DJs, including Pete Tong on BBC Radio 1, Virgin Radio, and Kiss FM, to name a few.
The Pulling Me To You artwork features an underwater still of the ocean, captured by Daniel Nicholson. Warming waters, driven by climate change, are causing significant disruptions in our oceans, impacting marine life and ecosystems. As ocean temperatures rise, species are forced to migrate to cooler areas, altering traditional habitats and breeding grounds. Coral reefs, crucial for marine biodiversity, are experiencing severe bleaching, leading to the loss of vital ecosystems that many marine creatures rely on. Additionally, the melting of polar ice caps due to warming waters contributes to rising sea levels, threatening coastal communities and habitats. These temperature shifts disrupt food chains, impacting fish populations and the fishing industries dependent on them. If current trends persist, the future health of our oceans and the balance of marine life will be at grave risk, with far-reaching consequences for global ecosystems and human societies.
About Daniel Nicholson:
Daniel Nicholson is one of the globe’s most prominent professional underwater photographers, located on the Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia. Born and raised on the east coast of Australia, he has been surrounded by the ocean his whole life. After years of working as a dive instructor, he picked up an underwater camera and instantly fell in love with photography, and has never looked back. He seeks to share the beauty and magic of the underwater world, inspiring conservation and change through capturing scenes from the depths of the ocean and its breathtaking creatures. The oceans are the lungs of our world, and its inhabitants need all the protection we can provide for them.
About Only One:
Only One is on a mission to restore ocean health and tackle the climate crisis in this generation – with you. Their community unites millions of advocates to drive victories on global campaigns, and their membership community grows their own mangrove forests and coral reefs, as well as removes plastic and carbon pollution. They are accelerating the most powerful ocean and climate solutions, with an approach centred on environmental justice. 100% of funds from their membership plans goes directly to projects on the ground.
Paradoks Upcoming Tour Dates
16.08.24 – Purified NY at Brooklyn Mirage – Brooklyn, NY
30.08.24 – Octava Club – Bogota, Columbia
31.08.24 – S1 – Quito, Ecuador
Jono Stephenson Upcoming Tour Dates
11.08.24 – Purified Los Angeles at Expo Lawn – Los Angeles, CA
20.09.24 – Ramova Theatre (w/ Nora En Pure) – Chicago, IL
Stream / Purchase: Paradoks x Jono Stephenson – Pulling Me To You Ft. Frynn
