Dev Is Hot

Released in 2011, Dev Is Hot serves as a comprehensive introduction to the California artist following her global breakthrough as the uncredited voice on Far East Movement's 'Like a G6'. The album is heavily anchored by the production of The Cataracs, whose signature 'Hyphy-meets-Electro' sound provides the backbone for the record. This specific release functions as a bridge between the underground blog-pop scene and mainstream radio success, featuring the multi-platinum hit 'In the Dark' and the club staple 'Bass Down Low'. Sonically, the album is a masterclass in minimalist electropop, utilizing wide stereo imaging and heavy compression to create a sound that is both 'big' and 'empty' at the same time. While primarily a dance record, it flirts with synth-pop and contemporary R&B, held together by Dev's distinctive deadpan vocal delivery which influenced a generation of 'sing-talk' pop vocalists. The inclusion of numerous remixes in the tracklist highlights its primary function as a toolkit for DJs and club environments.