Kentucky-born, LA-based Amtrac, aka Caleb Cornett, is a multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, producer, and DJ who has released three full-length albums over the past decade, working alongside artists such as Diplo and Leon Bridges, Elderbrook, Shakka, and Kaskade. He also heads up the Openers label, which he founded in 2017.
He’s set to appear at FNGRS CRSSD’s PROPER NYE/NYD festival, taking place at Petco Park in San Diego on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, alongside artists including Chris Lake, Four Tet, Chase & Status, Adam Beyer, Purple Disco Machine, Sara Landry, and Sammy Virji, among others.
For the latest #MyRecordBag, Amtrac shares his 2025 favourites, several of which are likely to feature in his set at PROPER NYE/NYD.
Rival Consoles – Drum Track
“Quite possibly the perfect closing record. Pure euphoria from start to finish. Emotional and deeply satisfying.”
Alex Kassian – Body Singer
“My kinda tune. So many elements at play, all woven together into a perfectly balanced groove.”
Ceri Wax – Pura
“Ceri doesn’t miss. Effortless and full of character. Stay tuned, there’s something special coming soon on Openers.”
Kenoa – Bliss Loop
“Made for getting lost in the moment, a roller for the times.”
Barker – Reframing
“Subtle, spacious, and totally absorbing. The lack of a kick drum is everything you need.”
Malibu – A World Beyond Lashes
“Another stunning, lush piece from the queen. Fragile, emotional, and beautifully expansive.”
Kohra – Atītachatrāka
“The drive on this one is mental. Impossible to sit still once it locks in.”
Adam Pits – Purr
“More ambient than the rest of the album (which is also excellent), but this is the track that really stuck with me. I’ve opened quite a few sets with this immersive wall of sound.”
Clark – Janus Modal
“Always pushing the limits with production, and fearless sound design. Clark forever.”
Holo – Pink Wax
“Pure class. Warm, elegant, and perfectly suited to those golden hour sunsets.”
Thanks to Amtrac for his selections. More details about PROPER NYE/NYD can be found here.
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