EMBRZ, also known as Jack Casey, is an Irish-born producer best known for his expressive, melodic, flowing style of dance music. Jack’s passion for music came at a young age. He began playing and writing music as a teenager, inspired by a childhood of listening to bands like Slipknot.




Despite his early infatuation with hard rock, Jack became engrossed by electronic music after discovering deadmau5 in the early 2010s. He quickly began producing his music and posting it online for anyone to hear. He gained traction for his soft, melodic sound and was quickly tapped for a career-igniting remix of Ellie Goulding’s 2013 hit, “How Long Will I Love You.”



Jack followed this with two more high-profile remixes for The 1975 and Carly Rae Jepsen before taking a step back to release original music starting in 2015. His debut single, “Silent,” showed his ability to create independently. The low-key, melodic tune made an immediate impact, as Jack was quickly signed to the legendary Ultra Records (with whom he released exclusively until 2019). Under the tutelage of the record giant, Jack worked tirelessly to build up the EMBRZ brand. Releasing emotive hit after hit, his profile continued to gain traction until 2020, when his breakout truly began.




Receiving recognition from high-level peers is always a mark of success for an up-and-coming artist. When we think about the acts at the top of the game in the world of melodic house music, Lane 8 is typically one of the first names to come to mind.




When Jack began sending demos to Lane 8’s label, This Never Happened, the fit was recognized immediately. Lane 8 quickly signed a three-track EP from EMBRZ titled Jaded. EMBRZ quickly made This Never Happened his home; he released a full-length album in September 2021 on the label and followed it up with an incredible livestream filmed on the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland.




EMBRZ has since released seven times with the label: a combination of powerful singles, longer EPs, and even an official remix for Lane 8 himself. The young Irish producer is now a mainstay under the wing of Lane 8, and he’s also building a reputation as a master behind the decks.



Although Jack Casey has been producing music for almost a decade, in many ways, it feels like he is finally reaching the consciousness of the masses. His unique style of melodic house music elicits incredible emotion from his fans, and we cannot wait to see how EMBRZ continues to grow and develop as an artist.



As EMBRZ Evolves, the Melody Remains

Jack Casey, under the moniker EMBRZ, is a self-taught musician and producer based out of Dublin. Known for his soothing brand of deep house, he effortlessly blends downtempo melodies and tranquil vocals, in turn offering listeners an escape from reality. His ethereal signature sound has accumulated tens of millions of streams collectively from across the world. He’s even won over the hearts of notable artists like Shallou and SG Lewis, but no artist has shown him more support than melodic house maestro Lane 8.












Casey’s journey began in his teens when he first learned how to play and write music. Initially inspired by rock acts such as Slipknot, it wasn’t until he heard deadmau5 for the first time that he became infatuated with the realm of electronic music. In college, he took a leap of faith and began posting his productions on the internet, which helped him establish an adequate following. His official remixes of “How Long Will I Love You” by Ellie Goulding and “Settle Down” by The 1975 propelled him even more into the spotlight, and in 2015, he began releasing his own original tracks.




In 2020, Lane 8 caught wind of this up-and-coming emotive producer and immediately took him under his wing.




“I was writing a lot more uptempo dance tracks, and really enjoyed the music that was coming out of his label This Never Happened. I sent a few demos to Lane 8’s management and they got back pretty quickly saying that Daniel liked the music,” EMBRZ tells Gray Area about how he got signed to the label. “In my head, I was like, “Who is Daniel?” After a quick Google search, I realized it was Lane 8 haha. I was so excited.”




In October of that year, EMBRZ made a post on Instagram where he shared words of sincere gratitude towards Lane 8 for releasing his EP Jaded on Lane 8’s own This Never Happened imprint. As he regarded the label highly for years, this was arguably EMBRZ’ big break, one that sparked an enduring mentorship between him and Lane 8.




“I’ve honestly been listening to Lane 8 since 2013, back when I first started producing,” said Casey. “He’s been a huge influence on my music, so it’s really amazing to have his support, and to be a part of the This Never Happened family.”









Fast forward to March 2021, and EMBRZ handed over his sophomore project to This Never Happened once again: Together Till It Ends. A compelling addition to the label’s catalog, the three-track EP is an accurate representation of EMBRZ’ originality and truly solidifies his distinct, authentic sound. As the energy picks up throughout the EP, he remains true to his knack for layering pure, atmospheric elements over free-flowing instrumentals. With his career on full speed ahead, he never showed signs of losing steam and only continued his upward trajectory. In July 2021, Lane 8 announced a new album by EMBRZ titled Moments, coming out the following September on This Never Happened. Not only was this his third project on the label, but also his debut album.




As a byproduct of total isolation, while quarantining in Ireland during the COVID-19 pandemic, EMBRZ channeled his cooped-up energy to produce Moments. Comprised of expressive lyrics, refined melodies, and serene textures, it flows together as one cohesive work. As a sonic narrative, Moments portrays his life and what he endured during the midst of the pandemic, both positive and negative. The album also features his own vocals for the first time on the track “Sleeptalking,” along with those of Emily Nance. When the album was announced, it’s first of 11 tracks, called “Where You Are” featuring Lizzy Land, had already gained popularity as an ID from Lane 8’s “Summer 2021 Mixtape.”




“I feel like this album is a collection of all these different ‘moments’ over the past year. Like an audible diary or calendar for me to look/listen back on,” said EMBRZ. “It was mostly written during lockdown and carries a lot of the good/bad feelings of living through that…Big love to my manager Dave Rishty and the This Never Happened fam Tabby Sherring and Tom Pounsford. And to the boss man Lane 8 for believing in this album and being kind enough to offer feedback during the writing process.”




Moments has garnered over 10 million streams combined, and several tracks even landed the most-played slot on the SiriusXM Chill radio station.









EMBRZ wasted no time in providing a sequel to his debut album. Six months after the release of Moments, he revealed a euphoric, four-track EP out on This Never Happened titled Don’t Look Back. The EP builds off the songwriting approach that he took on Moments, only to serve listeners even more of a taste of his distinctive melodic house sound.




Starting the year 2022 off with a bang, This Never Happened label boss Lane 8 released his own album, Reviver. With every new album usually comes with an album tour, and Lane 8 certainly went the extra mile when he announced both a European and North American tour around the effort. He hand-picked his supporting acts, with EMBRZ being a no-brainer to join him on the European leg of the tour. The highly-anticipated Reviver tour stops at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre with support from Le Youth, Massane, and EMBRZ. Many artists only dream of playing at Red Rocks, and to EMBRZ, it’s truly a “dream come true moment.”




There’s no denying EMBRZ has found his home on Lane 8’s This Never Happened imprint.

His musical résumé on the label has since grown and now includes “Let Me In,” featuring his own vocals, and “All The Lights” with bailey.




“What I like about This Never Happened is that it’s artist-owned. Daniel knows what it’s like to be an artist in the music industry, so it feels like there is some understanding that might not come with other labels,” EMBRZ explains. “I also really value his feedback when I send him my music. When I was writing my album Moments, he was constantly giving suggestions and thoughts on it which helped a lot. I feel lucky to work with This Never Happened when I did, because the label had just started and over the past two years it has really exploded.”




His debut North American tour is in full swing. Be sure to show your support, as Lane 8 has shown his.








How Lane 8 Ignited the Career of EMBRZ

Irish producer EMBRZ’ musical talent truly belies his young age. He’s a self-taught DJ and producer hailing from Dublin, Ireland who burst onto the music scene with his early remixes of Ellie Goulding, The 1975 and Carly Rae Jepsen. Reworking those tracks really showcased EMBRZ’s versatility as a producer and made him one to watch.




The moniker of Jack Casey, EMBRZ has a style focused on atmospheric deep house beats. Poignant and moody, his songs are emotional, melodic, and very unique. His newer releases still showcase a playfulness but also show maturity and growth, dabbling at points into downtempo and world music sounds. For those not familiar with EMBRZ early work, don’t worry. We’ve put together a list of his remixes to showcase where he started and allude to where he’s going.




1. Ellie Goulding - “How Long Will I Love You”






With Ellie Goulding’s song “How Long Will I Love You,” EMBRZ was really able to make an already beautiful track that much more so. Adding some bloops, synths, and piano to the track, he then took Goulding’s breathtaking vocals and slowed them down for a hauntingly melodic and ethereal effect. Be prepared for the overwhelming calm that this track elicits with its simple beauty.





2. The 1975 - “Settle Down”






EMBRZ never met a synth he didn’t like, and his remix of The 1975’s “Settle Down” reminds us of that. Maintaining the chill vibe of the original song, EMBRZ adds some house flavor and just enough reverb to enhance the vocals. His subtle touch transformed the song from an almost ‘80s melody to a more futuristic one. The end result is almost better than the original — but you didn’t hear that from me.





3. Carly Rae Jepsen - “Run Away”






In reworking Carly Rae Jepsen’s “Run Away,” EMBRZ kept her vocals intact but removed the sax from the original. Trust me when I say you won’t even miss it. The wistful remix is a downtempo, mellow version that’s dripping in emotion while still highlighting the lyrics and vocals.




4. Dive In - “Let Go”






EMBRZ remade the song “Let Go” by Dive In, giving it the downbeat treatment. In doing so, the song becomes more muted yet elegantly ambient, taking the sound in a different direction than the original. The changes that EMBRZ made are delicate and stripped down, with the main focus remaining on the vocals, like most songs he remixes. It’s a must-listen if you appreciate EMBRZ’ grace and ear for music.





5. Oh Wonder -  “Lose It”





The final song on this list came out a little later than the previously mentioned tracks, but it still showcases his earlier sound and vibe while giving us a taste into the direction he’s heading. This time, EMBRZ reworked Oh Wonder’s melodic pop song “Lose It.’ EMBRZ increases the tempo without losing the softness of the vocals, bringing a brightness we didn’t know we needed. Combining the best qualities of both Oh Wonder and EMBRZ, the end result is a fresh, silky smooth version of the original.



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5 Massive Remixes from Early on in EMBRZ' Career

Irish producer EMBRZ is a big proponent of emotional dance music — or EMO-DM — which should be pretty evident if you listen to any of his tracks. Jack Casey is behind the moniker. He made a splash when he first hit the scene with his emotive remixes, but his original productions are where you truly see his prodigious talent. His ear for melodies and vocals, in tandem with his attention to small, subtle details, is what really brings his tracks together.




EMBRZ’ discography has grown exponentially since his early days of remixing and early production, making it no surprise he’s surpassed 100 million streams. We’ve hand picked eight of his tunes that you didn’t know you needed to hear. Take a listen and familiarize yourself with the EMBRZ sound.




1. “Silent” ft. Amy Rose






Of course we had to start this list with EMBRZ’ first original track, “Silent,” which features Amy Rose on vocals. His first foray into both production and songwriting, EMBRZ wrote the lyrics and produced the song. Much like his most well-known remixes, Rose’s beautiful vocals are front and center, adding a serenity to the whole concept. EMBRZ keeps things soothing and chill, creating an ambient yet almost liquid sound laced with a piano and a deep bass line. It was the perfect debut to show the world what EMBRZ is all about.




2. “Home” ft. Eleni Drake





Next up is “Home,” featuring the divine vocals of Eleni Drake. In “Home,” EMBRZ weaves a melancholic keyboard and understated percussion with gentle guitar licks. The addition of synths creates a hauntingly beautiful melody, and the overall feel of the track screams nostalgia and reflection.




3. “Heartlines” ft. Meadowlark





“Heartlines,” which features the ethereal vocal of Meadowlark, is an upbeat song off of his debut EP, the critically acclaimed Progress. It’s arguably more poppy than his usual ventures, and EMBRZ combines his ubiquitous chill vibe with atmospheric melodies, creating the perfect song with which to escape reality. His fusion of electronic elements with acoustic instruments is the ideal accompaniment to the soulful track. Like most EMBRZ music, this song is full of emotional nostalgia and further showcases his musical evolution.




4. “Doubt House” ft. Frida Armundsen






“Doubt House” is another high-energy track, this time dabbling into future bass while showcasing Frida Armundsen’s vocals. EMBRZ brings the heavy beats and lulling melody, while once again flexing his songwriting skills. Armundsen’s captivating vocals elevate the beauty of this song while still honoring the relaxing vibe. With the evocative synth and mesmerizing lyrics, it’s easy to see why this is one of EMBRZ’ favorite songs he has produced.




5. “Close 2 U” ft. Harvie






“Close 2 U” has EMBRZ returning to the lovely, classic sound for which he’s known. Featuring the smooth vocals of Harvie, the song is EMBRZ as you know and love him, full of emotion and nostalgia. “Close 2 U” boasts a serene soundscape, just the right amount of pop flair, and a breathtaking atmosphere, making this an incredibly calming piece of music. You’ll find yourself listening to this track over and over again. It’s that good.



6. “She Won’t Let Me Down” ft. Leo Stannard





EMBRZ is known for putting messages in his music, and “She Won’t Let Me Down” is no different. Featuring accomplished singer-songwriter Leo Stannard, this song is profound and full of optimism. Straddling the line between bass and dance pop, EMBRZ shows his versatility as he keeps things very bright, never fully committing to one genre versus the other. Weaving Stannard’s mesmerizing vocals throughout really amps up the emotional side of the song and truly makes you believe what these two are proclaiming.




7. “Where you Are” ft. Lizzy Land






“Where You Are” is the first single off of EMBRZ’ EP Moments, released in 2021. Written during the height of lockdown and a period of isolation, the entire album is moody and reflective upon the current world. Lizzy Land’s melancholic voice echoes the loneliness that EMBRZ was feeling as he wrote this song and album — but through his careful songwriting, he breathed optimism and hope into it. Restrained and delicate, “Where You Are” is the ideal first single off his debut EP on Lane 8’s imprint, This Never Happened.




8. “All The Lights” ft. bailey






One of EMBRZ’ later releases had to make our list just to show you that this man never stops creating. “All The Lights” was released earlier this August and is just as flawless and soulful as all his other tracks. Another release on This Never Happened, this track features bailey on the vocals, and let me tell you, he really delivers the right amount of emotion. This is the perfect summer song. It’s very chill and brings a more progressive house vibe that’ll have you moving and grooving.




8 Tracks Every EMBRZ Fan Should Know

Before he even donned the EMBRZ moniker, Jack Casey made a name for himself by delivering stunning remixes of songs by major artists. By reimagining the music of acts like Ellie Goulding, The 1975, and Carly Rae Jepsen, he introduced his keen sound design to a wide audience of music fans.




It didn’t take long for the shoe to go on the other foot. Before he released the single that catapulted his career on Lane 8’s This Never Happened label, EMBRZ found himself the subject of remixes that cast a new light on his ever-growing discography.




When it comes to producing music, EMBRZ sets a high bar with every piece of music he puts out. That’s why the following five remixes are all the more impressive for adding something new and exciting to each equation.




1. Higher (Vorsa Remix)





The original version of “Higher” opted for a tranquil future bass beat structure set off by vibrant instrumental samples. Vorsa left a lot of the stronger elements intact, but underscored them with a four-on-the-floor rhythm still slow enough to keep the soothing ambience of the original.




2. Fire ft. pennybirdrabbit (Tyzo Bloom Remiz)





EMBRZ loaded up “Fire” featuring pennybirdrabbit with unique glitch effects that made the future bass track one of the more experimental entries of his discography. Tyzo Bloom rearranged it as a more traditional future bass soundscape, giving it new life in sets by some of the genre’s dedicated DJs.




3. Close 2 U ft. Harvie (Leon Lour Remix)





The best remixes cast a new light on their source material, and Leon Lour accomplished exactly that with his rendition of “Close 2 U” featuring Harvie by EMBRZ. The effervescent synth work of the original gives way to invigorating sawtooths in his version, which only hints at the core motifs of the EMBRZ track.




4. Like It Or Not ft. joan (JNTHN STEIN Remix)





“Like It Or Not” stands out as one of the more straightforward singles delivered by EMBRZ. JNTHN STEIN took his remix outside the box, pairing joan’s radio-ready vocal with quirky sound design subtleties. The result brings an experimental vibe to the upbeat themes of the original.




5. She Won’t Let Me Down ft. Leo Stannard (French Braids Remix)





Lo-fi pads, emphatic sidechaining, and overall punchy sounds: there’s a lot that sets French Braids’ remix of “She Won’t Let Me Down” featuring Leo Stannard apart. Perhaps the best part of this version, however, is its melody. Adding emotive accents to the chord progression of EMBRZ’ original, it makes for an entirely new concept despite the vocal remaining largely intact.




5 Great Remixes of EMBRZ Tracks by Other Artists

The career of EMBRZ stands as testament to the fact that hard work and perseverance pay off in the long run. The Irish DJ and producer has been releasing music since 2015, and in the past couple of years his career has truly taken flight.



The turning point arguably came when EMBRZ (real name Jack Casey) began working with Lane 8. Following a flurry of releases on the American artist’s This Never Happened imprint as well as support gigs on his tours, the name EMBRZ is in the vocabulary of more dance music fans than ever before.







Such a rise seldom boils down to a single instant. It’s often a series of events, a chain reaction that takes place gradually as the rest of your life happens in the background. An artist can capture this progression in a singular statement, however — and that’s exactly what EMBRZ accomplished in Moments.



The effort marked his debut studio-length album, coming out on This Never Happened on September 23rd, 2021. Arriving ahead of the full release was the lead single, “Sleeptalking” featuring Emily Nance. Its downtempo drum pattern and tranquil sound design perfectly complemented Nance’s breathy vocal, offering a taste of what was to come from the rest of Moments.








“Take a breath, let’s begin” kicked off the album in a similar fashion before “Where You Are” featuring Lizzy Land raised the tempo and turned up the energy. “Hide & Seek” came next, offering up an unforgettable melody and singalong vocals. “Rise” featuring Abroad brought the energy back down ever so slightly, hinting at the push-pull tension dynamic in so many of EMBRZ’ DJ sets.




“Stay” and “Need U” elevated the mood of the album once again, and “Lost in Translation” showcased ethereal vocals underscored by a dusty yet soulful broken beat. Then, on “Always There,” EMBRZ flexes his sound design expertise with effervescent lead synths framed by lush atmospheres.



Up next on the tracklist was the aforementioned lead single “Sleeptalking,” followed by the soothing harmonies of “It’s ok, Don’t Worry.” Moments closed out with the aptly titled “this is where it ends…” The song’s bittersweet chord progression is punctuated by crisp, pitched-up vocal chops that seem to suggest, in some subliminal way, that this is actually just the beginning.




Many moments of triumph lie in store for EMBRZ, after all. What milestones, what apexes will follow have yet to be seen — but if the past is any indication, his trajectory will remain upward. Fans can be sure of one thing: that EMBRZ will continue to translate the adventures to come into truly timeless music.




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