Colorado Springs-based producer cupsy continues to explore themes of identity, contrast, and personal experience through two recent tracks—theres gotta be a better way (a collaboration with hypergloss) and not together, from her latest album {wishes}. Both pieces lean into electronic experimentation, with influences ranging from drum and bass to glitch, breaks, and video game-inspired textures.
cupsy x hypergloss – theres gotta be a better way
This collaborative track opens with soft vocal layers and ambient synth pads, gradually building tension through rising drums and sparkling synth embellishments. As the track develops, it transitions into a glitchy, drum and bass-influenced section that maintains a mellow feel while introducing enough rhythmic complexity to stay engaging. The arrangement moves with subtle momentum, balancing relaxed atmospheres with precise percussive energy.
cupsy – not together
In contrast, not together dives into a more direct and emotionally charged sound palette. The track opens with filtered breaks and fragmented vocal samples, evoking a nostalgic, old-school aesthetic. A subtle bassline leads into a burst of manic breakbeat energy, eventually giving way to a calmer middle section before returning to more intense rhythmic elements. The structure mirrors its theme—dysphoria and contrast—using changes in tone and texture to reflect internal shifts. Cupsy notes the use of video game-inspired sounds as both stylistic choice and personal reference, representing a space of escape and identity exploration.
Together, these tracks show cupsy’s ability to merge expressive themes with detailed production. theres gotta be a better way offers a gentler, collaborative reflection, while not together leans into contrasting energy and introspection—each contributing to the broader arc of her ongoing three-album series on self-discovery. Here’s the whole album:
