Quietype have released their new sultry single ‘Island’.

An atmospheric layered single ‘Island’ is a soulful laidback electro-infused release that left us intrigued by the Canadian trio’s music.

Speaking of the single, the band said: “The feeling of isolation just before the end of a relationship, the growing divide that cripples your thoughts, the obsessive guilt as you fight to hold on. Despite your best efforts, you know the relationship is over. ‘Island’ is about reconciling that within yourself.”

Following the single release, we caught up with quietype to find out more about the influence behind the track.

Lewis Del Mar – Tap Water Drinking | Listen via Spotify
We’ve been into Lewis Del Mar since hearing ‘Loudy’ in 2015. They have an incredible ability to blend organic and electronic instrumentation that we consistently draw inspiration from. In both songs, it’s the bass line and syncopation that drive the groove.

Rhye – Blood Knows | Listen via Spotify
If there was one falsetto we could listen to for the rest of our lives, Rhye’s would be very close to the top of our list. Both in terms of production and delivery, the dark, breathy quality of his voice had a huge influence on the lead vocals and layered backups in ‘Island’.

Lorde (Flume Remix) – Tennis Court | Listen via Spotify
The chorus was heavily inspired by Flume’s use of dynamics, swells and instrumentation. He has the ability to create such an anthemic yet tight release his choruses. That was definitely a sound we were trying to harness for the chorus of ‘Island’. A calm amidst the chaos so to speak.

Red Hot Chili Peppers – Wet Sand | Listen via Spotify
All three of us grew up playing in rock groups and RHCP had a massive impact on us. Their ability to craft a song, John Frusciante’s melodic and tasteful guitar layering and most of all the emotional tension and release they create in all of their tunes. Who doesn’t love a little RHCP?

D’Angelo – Untitled (How Does It Feel) | Listen via Spotify
Instrumentally, we wanted the verse to be sparse to have a better payoff when the chorus hits. It was decided that we needed the bass and drums to take the front seat. The sparse groove and space is what would allow the vocals and lyrics to stand out while still being supported. That delicate balance between the groove and vocals is where we took inspiration from Untitled, both instrumentally and production-wise.

You can stream quietype ‘Island’ via Spotify below: