Los Angeles trio Cheat Codes remains an inescapable musical force hopscotching through electronic, dance, pop, and now country genres, leaving an impact of innovation and collaboration throughout popular culture. In an impressive team-up of talent, Cheat Codes and acclaimed Durban-born and London-based singer-songwriter Julia Church combine forces for their new single “Modern Tragedy.”
“In a world where tragedy seems to be the only constant, we took that pain and transformed it into something greater. Working with Julia, we didn’t just make a track – we created a story that speaks to the struggle and finds beauty in the darkest moments. It’s a reminder that even in the chaos, there’s a harmony waiting to be found.” – Cheat Codes
“Modern Tragedy” is about navigating the trials and tribulations of modern dating. Feeling as though you’re stuck in a perpetual merry-go-round of excitement and let-downs. I wrote this after being ghosted by someone I really liked. Sometimes all you can do is laugh (and write a song about it).” – Julia Church
Church has worked with some A-list electronic acts in the past, such as John Summit, Diplo, Sub Focus, Kaskade, CamelPhat, Gorgon City, Robin Schulz, to name only a handful, and her performance truly shines when added to Cheat Codes’ dynamic and creative production prowess. After putting out a pop ballad “Bloom” with Train, last month, “Modern Tragedy” sees them returning to the dance-electronic realm.
The track sits at the Cheat Codes’ signature intersection of dance-electronic and pop, riding on undulating basslines, driving beats, and ethereal melodies from the famed producers, while Julia’s breathy and soulful vocals bring some wistful and yet hopeful emotions to the entire composition. “Modern Tragedy” is out now on all mayor streaming platforms.
Cheat Codes’ forthcoming tour dates:
Sep 28 – Dallas, TX – Bottled Blonde
Oct 05 – San Francisco, CA – Temple
Oct 11 – Monterey, CA – Worlds Away Pre-Party
Oct 24 – Coral Gables, FL – University of Miami
Oct 25 – Charleston, SC – Trio
Oct 26 – Greenville, SC – Voyage Music Festival
Nov 29 – New York City, NY – Marquee
Nov 30 – Boston, MA – Big Night Live
Dec 06 – Denver, CO – Church Nightclub
Dec 07 – Salt Lake City, UT – Sky
Dec 31 – Scottsdale, AZ – Barstool
