“Step Aside” by Tyler Brooker featuring PHAZE MUSIC arrives as a vibrant, summer-ready dance-pop release that signals a refreshing pivot in Brooker’s evolving production style. The track blends reggae-tinged rhythms with melodic electronic flourishes and uplifting vocal rap. Known for his versatile output across production, streaming and development, Brooker continues to expand his sonic identity while maintaining a distinctly UK-rooted sensibility and accessible feel-good energy designed for broad audiences.
The record is a collaboration between producer Tyler Brooker and South-West London rapper PHAZE MUSIC, whose chemistry was already proven through their earlier work on “Stuck in the Middle.” Brooker initially crafted the instrumental in Suffolk drawing inspiration from Major Lazer’s festival-driven sound and experimenting with reggae-style percussion and bright melodic hooks Seeking a lyrical counterpart he invited PHAZE who delivered uplifting reflective rap verses rooted in a philosophy of positivity and resilience Recorded in London and completed within two weeks the track was ultimately signed by Deep Elite solidifying its release.
The single stands out for its seamless fusion of Latin-inflected dance-pop and UK-hip-hop sensibilities creating a cross-genre energy that feels both contemporary and nostalgic. Influences from Major Lazer are evident in its sun-drenched rhythms while PHAZE’s lyrical approach draws from Canibus and Shan51 emphasizing introspective spiritual conscious rap The result evokes 2016-era festival culture while remaining firmly modern in execution and appeal.
“Step Aside” thrives on its message of joy and release reinforced by PHAZE’s reminder to “enjoy yourself and let go of the past” and Tyler Brooker’s reflection that the track was a refreshing creative departure It invites listeners into a carefree summer mindset as detailed on its Genius while Brooker’s broader creative journey can be explored via his YouTube channel
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