Hey, house music fans! Ready to crank up the energy with a track that’s built for the late-night dancefloor? Austin’s indie-electronic duo Bronze Whale—aka Aaron Jaques and Benny Alley—dropped “Catching On – VIP” on March 26, 2025, and this house (old-school), bass house/electro house, and UK garage banger is a reimagined version of their recent single “Catching On.” With a pre-save announcement on X back on March 24, the duo promised a harder, club-ready cut, and they’ve delivered. If you’re into hypnotic beats with a melodic edge, this one’s about to light up your playlist—let’s dive in!
The Sound and the Vibe
“Catching On – VIP” is Bronze Whale taking their original track and flipping it into a punchy, dancefloor destroyer that’s tailor-made for live sets. The track kicks off with a nod to old-school house—think rolling basslines and crisp, four-on-the-floor beats that echo the genre’s ‘90s roots. But the duo doesn’t stop there; they layer in bass house and electro house elements with a gritty, wobbly low-end that hits hard, giving it that late-night edge they promised. UK garage influences sneak in with skittering hi-hats and a hypnotic rhythm that keeps you locked in, while their signature melodic warmth—those shimmering, indie-electronic synths—still shines through, balancing the intensity with an emotional pull. Benny’s chill vocals add a haunting, melodic layer, making this a track that’s as captivating as it is club-ready, drawing comparisons to ODESZA’s emotive builds and Fred again..’s raw energy.
Bronze Whale, formed in 2011, has been a force in the indie-electronic scene, starting with high-profile remixes before dropping their debut EP War Of Art in 2015 on their label Magic Magic, which hit #1 on Hype Machine and South Africa’s Hot99 for five weeks. In 2018, they evolved their sound, blending Benny’s vocals with indie-electronic and hip-hop percussion, as seen in releases like “Couch Mammals: The Remixes EP” earlier this year, where Charlie Crown’s remix of “Losing Me” leaned into bass house vibes. “Catching On – VIP” builds on the original’s success—already a fan favorite on major editorial playlists—amping it up for DJs and dancers with its harder, more driving energy. With support from outlets like the NBA, Bose, and Apple Music Chill, plus millions of listeners worldwide, Bronze Whale’s knack for fusing genres and emotions is on full display here.
House music with old-school, bass house, and UK garage influences is thriving in 2025—think of how artists like ALRT (with “DOPAMINE HIT”) or Wonbeat & Purpose (with “Never Be The One”) are blending these styles for club-ready bangers. “Catching On – VIP” fits right in, with its hypnotic groove and festival-ready energy making it a perfect fit for playlists like Spotify’s Housewerk or Beatport’s bass house charts, where similar tracks have been gaining traction. The duo’s focus on a “go harder” vibe for their live sets (yet to debut) taps into the current demand for high-energy electronic music that still carries emotional depth. Give it a spin below—the artwork’s got this sleek, neon-lit aesthetic that totally matches the track’s late-night energy.
Catch the Vibe and Share Your Sound
“Catching On – VIP” by Bronze Whale is a house banger that blends old-school grooves with bass house intensity and UK garage flair—a track that’s hypnotic, punchy, and ready to ignite the club. If this one’s got you hyped to drop your own beats, DistroKid’s the way to go. Get your music out there, and with this link—https://distrokid.com/vip/seven/2058328—you’ll snag 7% off your membership. It’s a dope deal to join the house wave. So, what’s “Catching On – VIP” doing for you? Drop a comment—I’m stoked to hear if it’s got you moving as much as it’s got me!
