ZENØN’s ‘FLOW’ EP is a hypnotic collision of techno & raw rap energy

ZENØN has just dropped his genre-bending EP ‘FLOW’—a three-track journey that merges the hypnotic pull of melodic techno with the raw energy of rap.

Out now via MΛNTRΛPΞΘPLΞ, the EP is a bold statement from the Bali-based producer, who continues to carve out a distinct space in electronic music by blending unlikely sonic elements.

Already known for his deep, immersive soundscapes, ZENØN draws heavily on philosophical influences, with Stoicism acting as a guiding principle in both his life and music. His career has been on an upward trajectory, combining innovation behind the decks with his entrepreneurial efforts, such as founding an AI company to support his creative endeavors.

‘FLOW’ came together over eight months, long before the trend of techno-rap collaborations caught fire. "Experimenting with new formats has always been my forte," ZENØN explains. "The idea of marrying modern electronic music with an MC felt like a fresh way to electrify the dancefloor."

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The EP's genesis was locked in during intense jam sessions in Mykonos with rapper KXNE, whose hard-hitting flow became integral to the project—"a game-changer," ZENØN describes, adding, "His vivacity added a transformative layer, even to tracks where rap traditionally wouldn’t fit."

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The title track ‘FLOW delivers exactly what you'd expect from ZENØN—a hypnotic banger with gripping synths and KXNE’s sharp bars cutting through the mix. ‘JUNGLE’ follows up with the same menacing vibe, featuring rattling synths and grime-infused rap that keeps the energy high.

Wrapping it all up is ‘LOSE CONTROL’, where euphoric trance synths and a pumping bassline meet KXNE’s gritty vocals for a high-octane finish.

Listen to the entirety of ‘FLOW’ EP here.

Amira Waworuntu is Mixmag Asia’s Managing Editor, follow her on Instagram.

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