Hey everyone, imagine you're on the dance floor, lights pulsing low, and suddenly the sky opens up with sweet drops of honey raining down. That's the exact vibe Nervous City Nervous Self captures in their latest remix, "Act V (No Violence)". This deep house gem hit the scene in 2025 as part of the Act V remixes, and honestly, it's the kind of track that pulls you into a moment of pure rebirth and euphoria. If you're into old-school house grooves layered with modern deep house depth, this one's going to hit all the right spots.
Let's talk about the music first because wow—this remix transforms the original "Act V" into something made for late-night sets. Drawing from old-school house roots, it brings those classic rolling basslines and four-to-the-floor beats that make you move without even thinking. But then it dives deeper: lush, atmospheric pads create that vast "honey-dripping sky" the artist describes, blending deep house soul with subtle bass house thump and electro house sparks. The production feels warm and organic, like honey itself—smooth melodies swirl around poetic vocal whispers, evoking bliss, birth, and release.
The lyrics (or spoken elements) are straight poetry. We're talking references to Henrik Ibsen's Hedda Gabler, clowns with upside-down smiles, lovers getting a new chance, and birds spreading wings after being caged. It's not your typical club banger with repetitive hooks; this is thoughtful, narrative-driven stuff that adds emotional weight to the groove. In a year where vocal deep house mixes are dominating playlists—think those massive 2025 compilations blowing up on Spotify and YouTube—this track stands out for its literary edge. House music in 2025 is all about fusion, with remixes breathing new life into tracks, and "Act V (No Violence)" nails that trend perfectly. It's uplifting without being cheesy, introspective without dragging the energy down.
Now, a bit about the artist behind the magic. Nervous City Nervous Self is the English-language project of Swedish singer-songwriter and poet David Josephson. Born and raised in Stockholm, he kicked off his career with a bold declaration: "I shall become Sweden's Cohen or die!" (We're talking Leonard Cohen vibes—deep, poetic, raw.) Sweden wasn't ready for that level of grand ambition, so skepticism pushed him into exile in Berlin. There, surrounded by prophets, poets, and a thriving underground scene, he found his stride. An art exhibition on German expressionism sparked the whole Nervous City Nervous Self concept, turning his wandering, delightful doom into music that's committed, searching, and beautifully melancholic.
This project has been evolving since the late 2010s, with standout tracks like "Anthem" and "Yesteryears (and the gloom)," but venturing into house remixes feels like a fresh chapter. The original "Act V" dropped in 2024, exploring personal complexities, and these 2025 remixes—including the no-violence house take and a Hedda Gabler version—expand it into dance territory. It's exciting to see a songwriter with such literary roots embracing electronic pulses, especially as deep house continues its resurgence with atmospheric, story-driven productions.
If you're craving more new deep house tracks in 2025, add this to your playlist alongside the big vocal mixes and rising Afro house influences. It's perfect for those chill-yet-energetic sessions, whether you're winding down or building up to a night out.
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What do you think of "Act V (No Violence)"? Are you feeling the deep house remix vibes, or do you prefer the original? Drop your thoughts in the comments—I'd love to hear your favorite house tracks right now. Let's chat!
