Shawn Matthew Goes Rogue In ‘Work to the Beat’

Shawn Matthew just went nuclear. His new single “Work to the Beat,” via 20k Leagues Records, is the kind of track that doesn’t ask for your attention—it demands it. Known for his melodic house flair, Shawn has thrown his old playbook out the window and dropped a high-octane genre-hopper that slaps with every bar.

From the jump, the track launches into a frenzy—there’s no slow build or gentle intro here. We’re thrown headfirst into a vortex of distorted bass, pounding kicks, and snarling synths. The vocals add a raw layer of attitude, drawing from Southern hip-hop’s grittiest roots and injecting a sense of swagger that lingers through every drop.

What separates “Work to the Beat” from your average bass banger is its unhinged energy. It swerves between dubstep stabs and trap breakdowns like a car chase scene in a cyberpunk film. It’s messy, but purposefully so—a curated chaos that hits hard and refuses to let up. If you're into Jauz or Ship Wrek, this one’s got your name all over it, but it’s stamped with Shawn's wild-card signature.

This track isn’t just for your playlist—it’s for your best friend’s busted car subwoofer, your afterparty with the red lights, your headphones turned way too loud on the subway. Shawn Matthew didn’t just make a track; he crafted an experience. It’s loud, relentless, and impossible to ignore.

In taking such a bold sonic leap, Shawn Matthew has announced loud and clear that he’s not interested in staying safe. “Work to the Beat” is a statement—one that screams: “I’m here, I’m different, and I’m not backing down.” And frankly, we’re here for it.

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