“Sometimes what I want is f—- what I want,” chants Louisahhh—bratty, breathy—over Belgian producer Helsmoortel’s insistent electro thump-chug. A subversive exploration of toxic pleasure, “What I Want” delivers a sultry dance floor stomper that doubles as charged confessional.
“A lot of my writing comes from a place of yearning,” reflects Louisahhh, an artist renowned for her brutal, brazen industrial rave poetry. This track is no exception, inhabiting desire through the lens of adolescent cravings. “There is the hint of danger, of heartbreak, but it feels too good or too urgent to let go.” This tension becomes more seductive through the interplay of cold, pumping basslines and snarling machines.
Helsmoortel, rising star of Juicy Gang Records and prolific producer with releases on Avoidant, Brick Sweat, and Turmeric, brings his signature blend of native Belgian influences—tough new beat and ravey techno—paired with his fresh perspective (motto: “nothing is certain, anything goes”) to create a sound equally thrilling and nasty.
Louisahhh, a New York native now based in France, had been eagerly following Helsmoortel’s career and featuring his music in her global DJ sets when he approached her about a potential collaboration—thus birthing this powerful EP. On the collaboration, Helsmoortel says “I’ve been a big fan of Louisahhh ever since the Bromance days so working with her has always been a dream and as it turns out probably the easiest collaboration I’ve ever done since our thought processes are very well aligned”. Louisahhh agrees emphatically. “It’s always a joy when an idea starts small and grows organically. We intended to make one track together, and that was so much fun that we now have the first EP that’s going to be a part of a trio of releases on Artoffact”.
“What I Want” is the debut single from this emerging duo’s impressive body of work, with both artists bringing their formidable talents to the table. Proudly presented by Artoffact, available on all digital platforms July 4, 2025.