longstoryshort

New York-based DJ and producer longstoryshort has quickly emerged as one of the most dynamic voices in underground bass and UKG. Blending gritty, high-octane energy with emotive depth, his sound balances club-ready intensity with moments of vulnerability and introspection. His recent release, IN MY MIND EP (NIGHTMODE / Insomniac), is a striking example of this duality—an artistic statement that explores the tension between darkness and light, chaos and clarity.

Drawing from a diverse background in sound design and performance, longstoryshort built his signature sonic identity on contrasts. Hard-hitting tracks like “IN MY MIND” and “IJUSTWANNA” (featuring SPORTMODE) weave together warped basslines, UK garage swing, and vocal-driven drops to light up dance floors. But just as potent are his softer offerings—melodic, introspective pieces like “part of me” and “take the fall (don’t let it stop you),” which reflect an artist equally attuned to emotional resonance.

A self-described “DJ-producer hybrid,” longstoryshort uses music to process the spectrum of human experience. “This project is a journey through the dual sides of my music and personal experiences,” he says of IN MY MIND EP. “Dark Mode brings out that raw, high-energy side of me... while Light Mode explores a softer, emotional side, giving space to reflect and feel.”

Backed by recent sold-out headlining shows, critical acclaim, and support from major tastemakers in the electronic scene, longstoryshort is steadily gaining momentum. With each release, he cements his reputation as an artist capable of pushing boundaries—bridging genres like bass house, UK garage, and future breaks, while crafting tracks that resonate equally in peak-hour sets and quiet headphone moments.

As he continues to evolve his sound and take stages across the globe, longstoryshort remains laser-focused on what drives him most: telling stories through sound—loud, raw, and deeply personal.