R&B / Soul · AU · Active since 1990

MXXWLL

Slinky, sun-drenched beats that bridge the gap between classic G-funk and modern neo-soul. Warm analog synths and heavy grooves for late nights and golden hours.

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MXXWLL creates music that feels like a warm breeze through a car window at sunset. It is a masterclass in the 'pocket' - that elusive rhythmic space where the drums are just slightly behind the beat, creating a heavy, soulful lean. The sound is defined by thick, liquid basslines and shimmering analog synthesizers that recall the golden era of West Coast funk but polished with a crisp, modern Australian production sensibility.

What truly sets him apart is his obsession with texture and timing. He doesn't just make beats; he constructs environments. You can hear the influence of J Dilla's swing and Roger Troutman's talkbox wizardry, but it is filtered through a lush, high-fidelity lens. Every snare hit feels intentional, and every synth flourish feels like it was hand-turned on a vintage knob to get the saturation just right.

Start with 'Beats Vol. 1' if you want to hear the pure, instrumental essence of his groove-making. If you prefer a more collaborative, song-oriented experience with world-class vocalists, dive into 'Sheeesh'. It is the perfect soundtrack for when you want to feel cool, calm, and completely in control of the vibe.

Maxwell Bidstrup (born 29 June 1990), known professionally as MXXWLL, is a hip-hop/funk music composer, producer and performer from Sydney, Australia. He rose to prominence following an online music video of his music production which garnered the attention of Snoop Dogg and DJ Jazzy Jeff. As a solo artist, MXXWLL has released one beat tape album along with several singles and remixes. MXXWLL released his debut beat tape Beats Vol. 1, in 2017. Prior to the release of the beat tape, he released his 2016 remix of Snakehips' single "Cruel" featuring One Direction's Zayn Malik, followed by a remix for Zedd and Elley Duhé's track "Happy Now" in 2018. In 2019, MXXWLL produced the single "Purple Emoji" for Ty Dolla Sign featuring J. Cole, which premiered as Zane Lowe's world record at Beats 1 on 20 May, and was later performed live on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on 29 July. "Purple Emoji" reached number 11 on the Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart for 8 June 2019. On 22 May 2020 MXXWLL released his second studio album Sheeesh featuring Aloe Blacc, Sir and Guapdad 4000.
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