Multi-Instrumentalist Frankie Alpha shares unique & sonically dazzling new EP “Fragrances”

Frankie Alpha is on a path to a unique style Photo credit Brenda Ty There’s a certain confidence in being good at too many things. Frankie Alpha—multi-instrumentalist, one half of Dope Rooms, and producer of everything from delicate ambient work to hard-hitting drum and bass—delivers a collection that embraces range as vision. With his debut EP ‘Fragrances’, it feels like the moment where everything clicks into place. This is an artist fully committing to a sound that’s distinctly his own, one that thrives on movement and evolution. Black Friday deals producers will LOVE Following a year of steady single releases, the full collection makes clear how intentionally Alpha paced the rollout—each track arriving in the season that sparked its creation. The seasonal concept works better than it should. Rather than forcing thematic coherence, it gives Alpha permission to move freely between moods without the EP feeling disjointed. What holds it together isn’t conceptual scaffolding but production instincts: a preference for texture over polish, momentum over formula, and genuine melodic invention over recycled tropes. The opening collaboration with Giulia Poppy on ‘Leave My Bones’ immediately signals ambition beyond standard club fare. Capturing the autumn’s introspective depths, Poppy’s voice carries real emotional weight—there’s melancholy in her delivery that Alpha’s production skilfully amplifies and explores. The track shifts beneath her, moving from warmth to unease and back again, creating a dynamic journey. It’s emotionally rich material that also delivers physical impact, succeeding brilliantly at balancing introspection with dancefloor energy. What’s immediately satisfying about ‘Coma Toes (Yay)’ is how masterfully it builds before revealing its central twist. Encapsulating the bittersweet end of summer, Alpha crafts genuine warmth with those piano melodies—you can hear the human touch in every note—before that UK Bass drop arrives to recontextualise everything. It’s intelligent structural work that transforms a summer anthem into something more layered and emotionally complex. At the height of summer comes ‘I’m All Over The Place Right Now’ where Alpha’s creative ambition really shines. Bold in its refusal to settle into predictability, the track showcases serious technical prowess—maintaining coherence and driving momentum through constant evolution. It’s exhilarating and energizing, designed for peak moments when the room needs igniting. Alpha uses controlled chaos as a compositional tool, demonstrating skill and vision in equal measure. The nearly seven-minute ‘Pisco Biscuit’ fully justifies its runtime with hypnotic house that rewards deep listening, the perfect embodiment of UK festival season. Those vocal snippets and disco flourishes enhance the central groove perfectly. What’s impressive is Alpha’s restraint and maturity—he understands that sometimes the most powerful move is establishing a compelling pocket and exploring it fully, letting subtle variations reveal their magic over time. The playful energy of ‘Bludgeoning On The Dance Floor’ provides a perfect closing statement. That bass distortion adds character and edge—Alpha’s exploring how tension and release can elevate a groove. When that hidden bassline emerges midway through, it’s both satisfying and expertly executed. His drummer background shines here—the rhythmic foundation remains rock-solid, providing the perfect platform for experimentation. Across these five tracks, Alpha demonstrates fluency in multiple electronic dialects without sounding like he’s running through exercises. The live instrumentation gives everything a looseness that’s increasingly rare, where quantization and perfection often flatten anything resembling human feel. ‘Fragrances’ has imperfections baked in—not sloppiness, but textural character that comes from actual performance rather than pure programming. What’s most encouraging is how little it panders. Alpha isn’t chasing playlist placements or trying to engineer viral moments. These are considered, crafted pieces that trust the listener to meet them halfway. In an era where so much electronic music feels algorithmically optimised for passive consumption, ‘Fragrances’ demands and rewards active listening. That alone makes it worth your time. That it also functions as a proper body-moving experience is just Alpha showing off. Connect with Frankie Alpha: Instagram The post Multi-Instrumentalist Frankie Alpha shares unique & sonically dazzling new EP “Fragrances” appeared first on Magnetic Magazine.