Litesleeper Push Boundaries on New Single ‘Killer’
- Undrtone Blog
- Sep 13
- 2 min read
Litesleeper are quickly carving out their own lane in the UK electronic landscape. Formed in 2023 by Gabriel Halford and Dave Crawford, and joined in 2024 by vocalist and guitarist Connor Webb, the Northampton-based trio thrives on blurring the lines between band and club act. Their latest single ‘Killer’ proves just how effective that formula can be.
Released independently on 22 August, ‘Killer’ is the group’s most visceral work to date. A hypnotic percussive groove pulls the track forward, layered with tribal rhythms and evolving textures that never sit still. At its core is a sense of tension, an energy that builds slowly and deliberately until the track opens out into a pulsating release. It is music designed to make you move, but also to draw you into its detail.
Part of what makes Litesleeper stand out is the balance between organic and electronic elements. You can hear the warmth of live instrumentation, from guitar inflexions to percussive flourishes, sitting comfortably alongside deep synth patterns and club-ready beats. That blend gives their sound both intimacy and power. It works on headphones, but it is easy to imagine ‘Killer’ erupting in a festival setting.
The single also arrives with a live performance video on YouTube, capturing the trio’s dynamic energy on stage. For Litesleeper, the live aspect is not just an afterthought. Their shows are immersive, turning studio cuts into expansive journeys that heighten rhythm, texture and emotion.
It follows a steady run of releases that have built their reputation. Debut track ‘Hertz’ earned BBC Introducing’s “On Repeat Track of the Week” and was named a Fresh On The Net “Fresh Fave.” Earlier this year, ‘Anubis’ showcased a darker, more introspective side. Now with ‘Killer’, the group sound sharper, more confident and more distinct than ever.
If Litesleeper keep pushing at this pace, they will not stay under the radar for long. ‘Killer’ is a step up in scale and ambition, and it cements them as a collective worth following closely.
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