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Jezrelle’s ‘Iwantchu’ and Musical Growth in the PH EDM Scene
JUN. 11 2024
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Cebu City's DJ/Producer Jezrelle has shaped the Philippines' EDM scene for nearly a decade, gaining local and international recognition. His latest release, "iwantchu," reflects his evolved, emotive style. Despite early struggles, he continues to learn and grow, with "iwantchu" marking a significant milestone in his career. Follow him for more music and sets.
Cebu City's DJ/Producer Jezrelle has shaped the Philippines' EDM scene for nearly a decade, gaining local and international recognition. His latest release, "iwantchu," reflects his evolved, emotive style. Despite early struggles, he continues to learn and grow, with "iwantchu" marking a significant milestone in his career. Follow him for more music and sets.
Jezrelle’s Rise in the Philippine EDM Scene
Jezrelle emerged as a bedroom EDM producer in the mid-2010s, using FL Studio. Starting at age 13, he created numerous tracks and collaborated with local and national artists. His talent garnered support from international artists and labels including Retrovision, Mo Falk, Revealed Recordings, and HEXAGON. Now, Jezrelle is refining his signature sound, drawing on years of self-taught experience and his latest track.

Challenges and Evolution
Jezrelle reflects on his career, acknowledging the challenges he faced in developing his distinctive sound.
“It wasn’t easy getting my sound noticed. I lacked formal training, but I learned by listening to tracks from producers I admire and experimented with various styles. I’m still learning new techniques from producer friends and applying feedback from label rejections. It’s an ongoing process, but I’m making progress.”
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Understanding ‘iwantchu’
“iwantchu” is a powerful and emotionally resonant track exploring themes of longing and desperation. It portrays an individual’s feelings of incompleteness and the near-unhinged yearning for someone special. The lyrics depict this internal struggle, contrasting the eeriness of the vocals with the layers of sound.
“iwantchu” represents a significant advancement in Jezrelle’s musical style, demonstrating his skill in creating complex and emotionally charged music. This track is poised to leave a lasting impact on the Philippine EDM scene.
Follow Jezrelle for updates on his music and upcoming sets. You’ll hear his original tracks, remixes, and edits.
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