Cheat Codes have been running rampant across the EDM scene. Their uplifting music can do no wrong and has been collecting the hearts of many for quite some time now. Putting out some of the biggest hits in recent history, their “Level 1 EP” struck such a cornerstone moment in their career. To commemorate the release, we chatted with the trio on everything music and life.
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For those who may not know Cheat Codes beyond the name, can you guys introduce yourselves individually?
“Whatsup I’m @keviford, I’m @matthewrussellofficial, And I’m @trevordahl “
Taking EDM by storm with your guys’ exuberant sound. Your music is always so energetic and uplifting, What do you guys do to achieve this sound on a consistent basis?
“Well we always have to have the vibes right and be in a good mindset usually a blunt or a bong rip gets us in the stars to be able to achieve this consistently”
People constantly ask you about the “Cheat Codes” to music but what about life? What are your Lifehacks to achieving a healthier and happier life?
- “Don’t grow up too fast, time flies
- Love all and everyone even your enemies
- Smoke weed
- Stay hydrated”
It’s been mentioned that you guys actually have a shaman?
“Yes, we do he is the man. Harry Paul is his name he helps us get to those places u can’t go in this ordinary universe”
Can we expect a collaboration with your shaman in the future?
“Maybe one day if the shroom journey gets us there “
Fans might be pleasantly surprised at the direction you guys tackled with your debut EP, how long did you guys spend working on this project?
“We spent about 19 days on this project we can be machines in the studio and pump out songs if we want, with this we had just gotten off our world tour and had about 3 weeks off so we just hopped in the studio and busted out some bangers”
You guys finally popped your UMF Miami and EDC Las Vegas cherries, Can you tell us about those experiences and what separates the two festivals?
“Those experiences were like a dream we’ve always wanted to play both festivals so to be able to start the first half of 2018 off by crushing those festivals was dope as fug
EDC is def a different world like an experience as to where Ultra is more of a huge party”
What was the atmosphere like in studio or wherever these records were pieced together? It’s a bit more of an aggressive style than we are used to
“The atmosphere really was like being in the clouds up 40,000 feet we wanted to create something that no one would really expect from us we also wanted to keep our dance fans happy because without them we wouldn’t be where we is today u feel?
Do you guys have any personal favorites on the EP?
“Kevi’s favorite is Balenciaga, Trev’s favorite is I love it, Matt’s fav is Activate”
Congratulation guys, 2018 is shaping up to potentially be your biggest year yet, any words for the fans?
“We love you all and appreciate you and hope u dig the new music coming this year”
Cheat Codes – Level 1 EP
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