Rich Furniss has been steadily building his reputation in New York’s electronic music scene for years, but his latest release marks a major milestone. “Bang It,” out now on his newly launched label Space Wave, is a statement of intent. Partnering with long-time NYC bass innovator Proper Villains and rising electrohouse vocalist and producer Valerie Valentine, the track channels the grit, groove, and diversity that define the city’s underground while delivering a sound designed to connect with a wide audience.
The choice to debut Space Wave with “Bang It” feels deliberate. Rich has always had an ear for collaboration that blends distinct styles into something unified, and here, each artist’s identity comes through. His signature mix of soulful house elements and crisp, modern production sets the foundation. Proper Villains, known for blending dubstep, electro-house, and moombahton into bass-heavy club weapons, adds a percussive intensity and underground edge. Valerie Valentine’s vocal work cuts through with both presence and personality, giving the track an unmistakable hook. Together, the trio land on a balance of technical precision and raw energy.
A Track Built for Clubs and Festivals
Musically, “Bang It” is built to ignite dancefloors. The low-end punch and rhythmic drive keep the energy locked in, while layers of groove and vocal interplay ensure it works beyond the drop-heavy festival moment. This is the kind of track that can live in multiple worlds — late-night club sets, open-air festival slots, and curated playlist rotations alike. The release also comes with a visual identity that leans into sleek, retro-inspired design. Soft pastel gradients and vinyl motifs nod to timeless dance culture while keeping the aesthetic fresh, aligning perfectly with the track’s fusion of classic influence and modern momentum.
For Rich Furniss, launching Space Wave is a natural next step in a career that has included partnerships with labels like Quincy Boy, HouseU, Global305, and In It Together Records. His track “Sunshine” climbed to #2 on Beatport, and he has shared stages with names like Diplo, Chromeo, Rick Ross, and Terry Hunter at events including SXSW, Governors Ball, and Miami Art Week. As a label founder, he is setting the tone for what Space Wave will stand for: high-quality, forward-thinking club music that is deeply rooted in community.
“Bang It” is both a celebration of New York’s underground and an open invitation to the wider electronic scene. With three artists bringing their own strengths and a shared commitment to pushing boundaries, it marks the start of an exciting chapter. If this first release is any indication, Space Wave is stepping into the scene with purpose — and it is only going to grow louder from here.
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