E.VAX

Evan Mast, aka E.VAX, is an artist and producer famously known for his work as half of the duo Ratatat, as well as his solo work. Mast has spent the last few years providing squiggly, ecstatic beats for rappers and singers. He's spent ample time with Kanye West, producing the organ-heavy "Selah" for his Jesus Is King album and the loping "Reborn" for West's collaborative album with Kid Cudi, Kids See Ghosts. Working outside of Ratatat, and as a producer for others has been the bridge to return to his solo music. "Doing production work was really helpful," says Mast. "I was constantly experimenting with different methods of making music, trying to find different sounds and different structures." With the new Chillin Island (Original Score)–w...