Drums 2

*Drums 2* is the new album from Liano, set for release on August 29, 2025, and explodes onto the scene as a definitive statement of hardcore dance energy. Forged in the vibrant musical crucible of Los Angeles, this twelve-track offering sees Julian Farias, the prodigious talent behind Liano, channeling his unparalleled rhythmic mastery into a blistering exploration of house, breakbeat, and techno. It’s an album that commands listeners to the dancefloor....

*Drums 2* is the new album from Liano, set for release on August 29, 2025, and explodes onto the scene as a definitive statement of hardcore dance energy. Forged in the vibrant musical crucible of Los Angeles, this twelve-track offering sees Julian Farias, the prodigious talent behind Liano, channeling his unparalleled rhythmic mastery into a blistering exploration of house, breakbeat, and techno. It’s an album that commands listeners to the dancefloor. Liano’s artistic journey is inextricably linked to the drum. A self-taught prodigy who began honing his craft at age four on his uncle’s Blue Oyster Ludwig kit, his formative years in prog-rock, funk, and jazz instilled a versatile playing style and pocket precision that quickly elevated him to a premier instrumentalist. As a touring and recording drummer for internationally recognized acts like Cuco and Eyedress, he consistently brought dynamic energy and musical expertise to the stage, solidifying his reputation as a formidable presence behind the kit. This deep-seated percussive foundation is the very engine driving his latest electronic endeavors. While respected in the indie rock world, Liano simultaneously became a pivotal architect in L.A.’s post-quarantine electronic music underground. His solo productions on vital local compilations and, notably, his integral role in the acclaimed DJ-production trio Dance Maniacs, alongside Avi Loud and Oak City Slums, cemented his status. Their 2024 debut, *Built Like That*, lauded by Resident Advisor as a "crucial listen" reflecting L.A.’s "rave music renaissance," showcased a "grab-bag genre approach" masterfully blending house, footwork, techno, and breakbeat. The review specifically highlighted Liano’s foundational influence, pointing to his signature "clobbering drums" as the driving force behind the album’s powerful rhythmic propulsion. With *Drums 2*, Liano distills this rich history and formidable expertise into a singular, focused vision. Each of the twelve tracks pulsates with the raw, untamed energy that has become his hallmark. Expect relentless grooves, intricate percussive layers, and driving basslines that showcase his profound understanding of rhythm. Ultimately, the album represents evolution—how a lifelong dedication to drums cascades into a high-octane collection of recordings that solidifies Liano’s position not just as a producer, but as a pivotal figure shaping the very sound and pulse of modern music.