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Troyboi and Fabian Mazur Bring Slow, Heavy Trap to ‘Shoulder Lean’

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What Readers Should Know

TroyBoi and Fabian Mazur released “Shoulder Lean” through Ultra Records on October 9, combining deep sub-bass, half-time rhythms and dark atmospheres. The instrumental-driven collaboration follows TroyBoi’s FT EP and received early support from Zedd, according to the release.

Key Takeaways

  • “Shoulder Lean” is a collaboration between TroyBoi and Fabian Mazur.
  • The single was released on October 9 through Ultra Records.
  • Its production centers on slow-tempo trap, deep sub-bass and half-time rhythms.
  • The track follows TroyBoi’s seven-song FT EP.
  • Zedd played the track at Zedd In The Park before its official release, according to the announcement.

TroyBoi and Fabian Mazur have teamed up on “Shoulder Lean,” a trap single released on October 9 through Ultra Records.

Built around deep sub-bass, dark atmospheres and a half-time groove, the collaboration brings together TroyBoi’s syncopated rhythms and Mazur’s sound design. The release describes a stripped-back approach that gives the track’s low end and drop room to stand out.

Putting Rhythm and Bass at the Center

“Shoulder Lean” focuses on the slower, heavier side of trap, using space and rhythmic movement as central parts of its production.

The collaboration combines two producers with distinct backgrounds. London-born TroyBoi, whose real name is Troy Henry, has developed a sound that draws on trap while incorporating textures from different genres.

Fabian Mazur, based in Copenhagen, Denmark, works as a producer, vocalist and sound designer. Alongside his releases, his work includes sample packs and educational projects for other music producers.

Their shared track puts those production skills at the forefront, with an instrumental-driven arrangement built around bass and bounce.

Following TroyBoi’s ‘FT’ EP

The single follows TroyBoi’s seven-track FT EP, also released through Ultra Records.

That project featured collaborations with vocalists including Daya, Morray and Rockie Fresh. “Shoulder Lean” brings the emphasis back to instrumental trap production.

The release also follows TroyBoi’s Hear2Move North American tour, adding another collaboration to a catalog that includes Left Is Right, the V!BEZ releases, INFLUENDO, SAY LESS and 4 ON DA FLOOR.

Early Support From Zedd

According to the announcement, “Shoulder Lean” received support before its official release when Zedd played the track at Zedd In The Park.

That early appearance introduced the collaboration to a festival audience ahead of its streaming release.

“Shoulder Lean” is out now on Spotify, Apple Music and other major music streaming platforms through Ultra Records.

Reader Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Who released “Shoulder Lean”?

Producers TroyBoi and Fabian Mazur collaborated on the single.

When was the single released?

It was released on October 9 through Ultra Records.

What style of music is it?

Slow-tempo trap built around deep sub-bass, dark atmospheres and half-time rhythms.

Which TroyBoi project preceded the single?

His seven-track FT EP, which featured vocalists including Daya, Morray and Rockie Fresh.

Where can listeners find “Shoulder Lean”?

On Spotify, Apple Music and other major music streaming platforms.

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