TATE SEDAR’s debut EP, “POST-EDM,” doesn’t just reshape electronic music—it throws the rulebook out the window and builds something new from the static. Blending analog grit with digital finesse, SEDAR bridges the past and future of EDM, infusing nostalgia with a cutting-edge approach. From the groove-heavy pulse of “San Francisco” to the introspective sweep of “Coming Home,” this EP tells the story of an artist unafraid to evolve. Featuring collaborations with Otto Palmborg and P$YCHEDELIC, “POST-EDM” is an evolving sound, free from genre fences, carving out its own sonic territory.
A San Francisco native raised on a steady diet of Motown, hip-hop, and rock, SEDAR’s gateway into electronic music was unconventional—his parents’ CD stash and hours logged on Dance Dance Revolution. What started as a fascination turned into a calling, amplified by the festival-fueled rise of mainstream EDM. His move from London to Los Angeles marked a shift: the discovery of new textures, rhythms, and a desire to move beyond formulaic drops. Rooted in his upbringing and starting off the EP, “San Francisco” embodies his musical DNA, weaving funk and groove elements into a tribute to the city’s rich sonic landscape. This sets the stage for the EP’s deeper exploration of sound and identity. That shift materialized in “Emotions,” where house, trap, and lofi hip-hop collide, featuring a moody blend of deep basslines and intricate sampling. “Our Goodbye” takes an unexpected turn, transforming a breakup anthem into an energetic, guitar-infused dance track. “Coming Home” serves as an introspective piece, layered with warm chords and soaring vocals, reflecting his journey back to his artistic core. The EP’s closer, “Dream,” brings an ethereal edge, with Otto Palmborg’s vocals guiding listeners through a lush, emotionally charged soundscape.
By 2024, SEDAR had stacked up half a million streams, landed airplay with “Our Goodbye,” and threw down on stage at San Francisco’s DNA Lounge. He closed the year supporting R3hab at Avalon Hollywood, solidifying his reputation as a rising force in electronic music, gaining industry recognition and expanding his audience. Spotlighted by top-tier press and handpicked for playlists from Spinnin’ Records and Ultra Music Festival, SEDAR is getting recognized for doing his own thing in his own way unpredictability and reinvention seemingly being themes at the forefront. “POST-EDM” pushes past conventional labels, showcasing that both a creative sound and meaningful story are equally important when it comes to making a true impact.
