Naws Reimagine D*Note’s 'Shed My Skin' With a Balearic Touch and a Modern Pulse
- Undrtone Blog
- Jul 15
- 2 min read
Nottingham-based duo Naws return with a reimagined version of D*Note’s 2001 Balearic staple ‘Shed My Skin’. Out now on all streaming platforms, it’s a bold yet sensitive tribute to a track that soundtracked countless sunsets and late-night comedowns. With brand-new vocals and a modern melodic house production, Naws manage to respect the soul of the original while making it feel current.
The vocals are subtle and sincere. The synths are wide and deep. And the groove sits in that perfect middle ground between reflection and movement. It’s a track that holds space for the listener, never forcing the emotion, just letting it rise naturally.
This isn’t just a random cover. It’s a release that holds meaning for the artists behind it. “It’s one of those songs that just stays with you,” Naws said. “Reworking it was a passion project. We wanted to honour the emotion of the original while making it resonate for today’s listeners.”
Over the past few years, Naws have quietly become one of the most interesting names in the UK’s melodic house scene. With Welsh roots and a name that means “tone” or “vibe” in Welsh, their approach is all about mood, feeling and musical depth. Their tracks ‘Whisper’ and ‘Horizon’ have clocked millions of streams, and their steady stream of monthly releases has found homes on respected labels like Setting Sail, Sekora and Hathor.
Beyond the studio, they’ve built a strong following through their YouTube channel, which features everything from live sets to track breakdowns and behind-the-scenes content. BBC Introducing has also championed them, they’ve received airplay on Capital Chill, and caught the attention of artists like Chicane and Sultan + Shepard.
Their live shows have become a core part of what they do, including regular sets across the UK and at their sold-out Deep Underground nights in Nottingham, which they host alongside longtime collaborator Tris.
‘Shed My Skin’ adds another dimension to the Naws catalogue. It’s nostalgic but fresh. Familiar but distinctly theirs. If you’ve missed this classic or need a new reason to love it again, this is the version to hear.
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