Introducing: Consequential

From the muddy fields of Bury St. Edmunds to the pulse of the underground scene, Consequential is carving out a sound that defies convention. A fusion of stomping basslines, hypnotic melodies, and inspiration drawn from the unexpected—like watching birds build nests from the comfort of a sofa—this project thrives on raw energy and deep beats. With the highly anticipated release of "Down" dropping on February 21, 2025, Consequential is ready to shake up the music world. Born from a need for heavier sounds and a DIY recording approach (including Bluetooth headphones and a distinct lack of soundcards), this track is a testament to unfiltered creativity. With UK DJs already backing it and festival season on the horizon, Consequential is one to watch.

Your music blends stomping bass lines with captivating melodies, and you’ve mentioned unconventional influences like watching birds build nests. How do these everyday observations shape your creative process?

I like to find the beauty in the little things. There's all these intricate details that make up every aspect of our surroundings. If you can make something that sits in between these lines it will both stand out and blend in. Our world makes it too easy for our minds to get lost, if you can appreciate what is in front of you and find a way to capture that, someone else will feel it.

Your recent single "Down" was created with the intention of unleashing pent-up energy. Can you tell us more about the emotions and experiences that fueled this track?

Day to day life, growing up,the state of the planet and humanity. I see so many people who live life on the edge, of breakdown not thrill seeking, and not everyone is lucky enough to have an outlet it eats them. Most of us are fortunate to be taught to read and write but we are not all taught to let loose and hopefully this track helps with that.

The recording process for "Down" was quite unconventional, from using Bluetooth headphones to skipping the soundcard. How did these choices impact the final sound, and do you think they added a unique character to the track?

I've been through the process of playing an instrument, building a rig and studio, wanting more and more gear and this kind of detracts from making music. I found myself in the state of not doing something because I needed something else when actually I just wanted it. We are so lucky to have the quality in tools available these days that most music can sound pristine pretty quickly and I kind of missed some of the old nuances that make some of our previous generations' music. Whether its an odd slip out of tune or a crackle on a sound that blemishes the polish. I think this stuff can all help with raw energy which is part of the thought process or maybe I'm just too lazy to plug in a USB cord let alone walk through into the studio room haha. I guess switching off from the noise is what I aim for my listeners so why not make music there.

4.With early support from UK DJs and the festival season approaching, how do you envision your music translating to a live setting? What kind of energy do you hope to bring to the stage?

I can see most of it in a more eclectic setting, but recently I think I have some releases heading in a more accessible direction. I like to make music you can move to and feel, hopefully enough to get lost for a moment in the moment. 

5. Bury St. Edmunds has a growing reputation for fostering unique musical talent. How has your hometown influenced your sound, and do you see yourself as part of a wider scene there?

It's always been unique in it's music scene and big names have passed through but usually on the way up. You have to travel for the big shows and not everyone is lucky enough to be able to so some will miss out entirely.The want for the wider scene is still there but it's hard for venues as much as artists to put nights on these days. It's a shame really as there used to be something on most nights in the area, and it's certainly dwindled away to the odd event here and there. Growing up in the area you kind of had to find your own fun. I like to try to keep that in mind when making music.