Artist: Shane Codd
Title: “Something More”
Label: Tileyard Music
Release date: August 4, 2023
Platinum-certified Irishman Shane Codd showcases his talent and sonic diversity with a new single “Something More.”
Listeners around the globe may recognize him from the quarantine-era breakthrough anthem “Get Out My Head,” which in addition to claiming Gold and Platinum certifications, peaked at #5 on the Irish Singles Chart, and within the Top 10 of the charts in the United Kingdom. On his brand new “Something More” the young producer brings back his upbeat, addictive style, which opens with digitized chords offset by soulful vocals, then quickly builds into a euphoric progressive drop accompanied by soaring melodies and hopeful lyrics. The song spreads a positive message, complete with an easy-listening, 90ks inspired sonic style, creating the perfect formula for the next midsummer anthem. Codd was inspired by the feeling of the drops in songs such as Eric Prydz’s “Opus” when he made the single, for which he said that he cast the rules aside and let creativity guide him. Codd initially caught global attention with “Get Out My Head,” which went viral with a locally charged, grassroots approach and changed his life for good. After being skyrocketed into the electronic music scene, we can’t wait to see what Shane Codd has up his sleeve next.
“Working on ‘Something More’ was similar to when I made ‘Get Out My Head,’ where I made it on my own in my bedroom in Cavan in Ireland with my headphones on, staying up until 6AM. I started actually by feeling a little stuck on what to do, as I was working on another idea, and it wasn’t going anywhere. I took out the keyboard and started playing notes with a sound I really liked from the Nexus plugin. Then I looked on Splice for vocals that I thought suited. I decided not to play by any rules in the song as I wanted to make it fun and how I wanted and not worry about anyone else. That made the process very enjoyable and sort of bold to break the rules. The long intro on the Original Mix was something I wanted to have in there to try and build an epic euphoric moment, something like Eric Prydz’s ‘Opus’ with the tempo starting slow and building up to build the energy. I also wanted to go for a 90s trancey vibe, and I think it sounded a bit more modern too, which I liked.” – Shane Codd about “Something More”
“After making ‘Get Out My Head’ in my bedroom and releasing it during the pandemic in 2020, I was blown away by the reaction immediately. People were sharing it and playing it at their drinking sessions during the sunny weekend we got in Ireland end of May this year. It went from that to people telling me they heard the track being played in someone’s car in different towns and then to it starting to get thousands of streams online. I was so excited I would sit out in the car and take videos of it on the radio. Getting signed to Polydor afterward was amazing. The team was great, and they really sent the record flying. It was Top 10 in a few countries, including the United Kingdom, and the Top 5 in Ireland for weeks and hit charts in Belgium, The Netherlands, and Poland and #1 on Shazam in multiple countries. It also went #1 on the US Dance Radio chart. I was blown away and so grateful. This song completely changed my life, and I am forever grateful to everyone for their support, and now I just want to keep going. In the meantime, I was doing remixes for the likes of Ellie Goulding, Anne-Marie, Little Mix, The Wanted, and Becky Hill while also working on new tracks. Then, of course, pressure came as well, but I like to look at the positive side and be grateful. I feel like now I’ve been in the game for almost 3 years, got to do 2 years of gigs, and finally have experience in the game. Since there’s a lot more to the music industry, there’s still loads to learn. I’m excited for the future and to get all the new music I’ve been working on out. I’m really doing music that I love and inspires me and takes influence from music I love and that I want to play out – 90s / 00s trance and house being keywords and also with influences from the likes of Avicii, Swedish House Mafia, and more. Starting a new journey with my new management and label is exciting.” – Shane Codd about releasing his breakthrough hit “Get Out My Head”
Shane Codd is a 24-year-old DJ/Producer from Dublin, Ireland. House music runs through his veins. His love for it can be traced back to when he was a child; he’d listen to club classics at home, in the car with his mother, with mates at school, anywhere. Its effect is fully felt on his breakout single “Get Out My Head,” which nods to the late 90s/early 2000s dance sound, albeit with his own unique twist. Created in his bedroom at his family home as a form of escape when life paused due to the pandemic, the track became inescapable itself, resulting in a Top 10 hit on the Official UK Singles Chart as well as Top 5 in his native Ireland, racking up over 20 million streams across both territories. While he is an entirely self-taught producer, it wasn’t always easy. He remembers dropping out of college for a year, moving into a damp apartment in Dublin with no heating, and struggling to pay rent, all so he could focus solely on making music. 5 years on, he admits: “I still have loads to learn, it’s the exciting bit for me. I’m learning piano now – it’s a life goal to get good at it”. His goal is a simple but ambitious one. Like his heroes of the genre – Avicii, Gigi D’Agostino, and Alice Deejay, he wants “to go down as a legendary dance producer, someone who is respected, brought out good music and put on a great live show. I’d love it if my music was remembered in 20 years like Robin S’ “Show Me Love,” one that people still love & doesn’t get old, truly classic tunes.”
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After I heard “Something More” I was hooked. Who is this kid?! I did some digging and learned he was an entirely self-taught producer. I can barely tie my shoes and this guy learned how to DJ on his own… Incredible.
Shane is originally from Ireland, but now lives in London. His apartment overlooks The O2 Arena. Based on what I am hearing, it is only a matter of time before he’s playing there. Shane may just be getting started, but he has a bright future ahead of him. Turn on “Something More,” turn up the volume and enjoy this conversation. Because it is my pleasure to introduce you to Shane Codd.
Tell me about your new single “Something More.”
“Something More” is my first single in a few months as I was in the process of moving teams and getting music ready. I didn’t really follow any rules on this one, just played around and tried not to overthink it.
What is your songwriting process like? Do you sit down with a yellow pad or do the lyrics just come to you?
I like to hum over melodies, if I’m making a riff or whatever say. A lot of the times I end up working with vocalist and writers and we would write the song together.
Are you a boxer or was that photoshoot just for your website?
Ah! Funny one that, that picture is actually from my single “Always On My Mind” music video. We included boxing scenes to try and make it authentic to me and boxing. I love MMA and boxing. I train Thai Boxing and kickboxing in my spare time.
“Something More” is out now on Tileyard/Warner. Did you go looking for a label or did they come to you?
I started up with Tileyard as a new management team and then we discussed doing this record together. This is my first tune with my new team and I am already very excited for what we have coming.
Have you worked with other labels over the years? And do labels get jealous if you release a single over here and a single over there?
I worked with Polydor/Universal for the start of my career and my deal finished with them before summer. My time there was great. Now with Tileyard I’m in a flexible deal where we can release together or approach labels if we want to. There is competition between labels, when I was first getting signing “Get Out My Head” I was in talks with lots of labels and bidding wars can happen. It’s exciting.
“Get Out My Head” has over 114 million Spotify streams. That is amazing, man! Did you ever think that single would see this much success? And how often are you looking to see how many people have been listening?
Thank you very much! I’m delighted with the success of that tune and to think I made it in my bedroom during COVID makes me so grateful. I do check fairly often, I think a lot more before it hit 100 million, waiting for it to hit that number. (Laughs.) Now I’m focused on new music and forever grateful for that song and Polydor for what they did with promotion for it.
What headphones are around your neck?
When I DJ I use Sennheiser HD 25s, they are like industry standard headphones and DJs like them because they can go loud, are durable and light weight for travel. For production I have been using Audeze LCD-X headphones which are for the studio.
You are entirely self-taught. What made you get started and what have you learned over the years? Are you using YouTube videos to learn new tricks of the trade?
I loved music and wanted to be a producer/DJ as my career. I wasn’t happy in university before.
I use YouTube videos and learn from what other producers have done, listening to and remaking tracks I liked help me learn a lot. I still use YouTube. It’s great.
Who did the lyrics on that? And how do you decide who will sing on your tracks?
The vocal on “GOMH” was a splice sample – a royalty free sample that you can download, the same with my latest track “Something More” actually.
But yes I can ask a singer to work with me or sometimes we will do a session and a track could be born from that and whoever I’m working with on the day.
You’ve played for some big crowds. Do you get nervous playing in front of so many people?
Yes. (Laughs.) And sometimes more nervous in smaller crowds its weird sometimes, but it’s good because it keeps you on your toes and makes you excited also.
There are a lot of great pubs in Dublin, Ireland. Where is your favorite place to grab a pint?
Ah man! Too many, I’ve just moved back to Dublin now after being in London so I’m starting to explore now. Camden Street has so many good pubs like Jimmy Rabbitte’s, Ryan’s, Camden Nightclub… The list goes on. This time of year there’s a lot of tourists in Dublin so there’s a great buzz in the city and every pub is jammed.
You’ve been on an impressive run this summer. Do you ever get home sick while on the road? Are you on the road again this fall/winter? I’m eager to see you perform.
Sometimes I do if I travel alone, it’s more of a feeling of being a bit lonely, but I always remember how happy I am to be there and how grateful I am to be abroad DJing and living my dream. I bring my mates where I can and to be honest I nearly always meet people on the road or at a gig and makes friends. It’s great fun. I’d love that, thank you. I’m in Dubai September 2nd at Zero Gravity which is really cool, and in Belfast, Ireland for PlanetLove, which is always great fun – very old school dance vibe. I will be planning more UK and USA dates though! Hopefully will be near you.
Do you prefer playing for bigger crowds, or do you like small, more intimate club gigs?
Really hard to say! Can sometimes depend on the setting but in general big festivals are unbelievable. Intimate gigs can be great because you can really connect with the audience.
Often take a shot with with them or something. (Laughs.)
What’s next for Shane Codd?
New music. I’m focusing on getting new music out and making what I love and what I love to play out. I want to play as many and biggest shows I can and keep growing.
We’ve talked about a lot of stuff today. What are we missing? What else are you eager to share with your fans?
Some of the new music I’m bringing is going to be some different sounds but still influenced from the dance music from now back to the 90s and before even.
Thanks for doing this man. In all of the interviews I do I always give the artist the last word. Go.
Thank you for having me. All I can say is I’m so excited to release new music after not releasing for 8 months prior to “Something More.” I’m excited to show what I’ve been working on. Thanks to everyone for the support!
