American electronic music producer STAR SEED unites with Austin’s songwriter and producer Josh Rubin to unleash their heart-aching melodic dubstep collab, a breakup ballad a few years in the making.
American producer STAR SEED returns to SLANDER’s Heaven Sent imprint with ‘Burial,’ a three-track release which arrived October 17th, which brings together his latest run of celestial bass explorations. At its core is “Gold,” a stunning new collaboration with Austin-based vocalist, songwriter and producer, Josh Rubin, packaged alongside previously released singles “Burial” and “Transcend.”
“Gold” unfolds as a melodic dubstep cut steeped in emotion, with Rubin’s aching vocal performance at the forefront. His lyrics reflect the bittersweet weight of words that feel priceless as a relationship nears its end, each phrase hanging over STAR SEED’s atmospheric production. Gentle breakbeat percussion and expansive ambient layers set the stage before the track bursts into glitch-charged synths and laser-fired leads, creating a sonic duality that mirrors the push and pull of love and loss.
Expressing the joy and anticipation he underwent as the collab took shape over the last few years, STAR SEED shares: “Josh and I wrote this song a couple years back, and it’s one we’ve held close ever since. We had been wanting to collaborate for a long time, so we’re beyond excited that it’s finally seeing the light of day. ‘Gold’ is a really special one to us—it’s an emotional melodic dubstep track about holding onto words that feel priceless, even when love starts to slip away. The lyrics capture that bittersweet space between love and loss—when someone’s words shine so bright they feel like gold, even as the connection starts to fade. This song carries a lot of heart, and we can’t wait to finally share it with you.”
Speaking to the emotions he channeled during the songwriting process, Josh Rubin says, “This song is about how when you’re deeply in love with someone, you tend to have blinders on; you ignore the warning signs; and you even ignore your own intuition. Love is one of the most addicting drugs there is and we tend to hold on to it even at our own expense.”
The EP also includes standout singles “Burial” and “Transcend,” which have already picked up coverage from outlets such as Frontview Magazine, Find Your Sounds, EKM, Skope Mag, and more, signaling the widening impact of STAR SEED’s sound. His catalog has earned consistent support from major tastemakers including Illenium, Zeds Dead, Excision, Deadmau5, NGHTMRE, SLANDER, and William Black.
On the live front, STAR SEED has expanded his profile with headline performances in Kentucky and Cincinnati, recent tour support for Seven Lions, Trivecta, William Black, and MitiS, and a debut appearance on Groove Cruise confirmed for 2026.
For the last decade, Josh Rubin has become one of the most recognizable voices in dance music. The Austin-based multi-instrumentalist and singer/songwriter has threaded his raw, emotional edge through tracks for top names such as REAPER, yetep, Synymata, ARMNHMR, and Mazare. He has spent the last few years expanding his artistic footprint through the launch of his liquid RnB alias XLVR, as well as kicking off his Smile the Roses duo alongside LA-based producer Ellum. Rubin has also been rolling out his hybrid DJ sets with his own live vocal performances, with shows across Austin, Los Angeles, Denver, Salt Lake City and more.
With ‘Burial,’ STAR SEED sharpens his vision of blending organic textures with forward-thinking bass design, bringing together spirituality, nature, and futuristic soundscapes in a format built for both headphones and the stage. Anchored by the standout single “Gold,” the three-track offering captures the emotional breadth of his catalog while pointing toward the next evolution of his sound.
STAR SEED is an immersive audio-visual experience—one that blurs the lines between sound, nature, spirituality, and the unknown. Through his genre-defying productions, the project invites listeners to explore inner worlds while journeying through cinematic, bass-heavy soundscapes. Since debuting in 2020, STAR SEED has carved out a distinct space in the electronic music world. He’s delivered official remixes for artists like The Chainsmokers, Seven Lions, Nurko, and Trivecta, earning support from industry heavyweights such as ILLENIUM, Alison Wonderland, deadmau5, Gryffin, ARMNHMR, and Jason Ross.
His music has found a home on top-tier labels including NIGHTMODE, mau5trap, Heaven Sent, Lowly, and Lost In Dreams. 2024 marked STAR SEED’s a big year. He supported Seven Lions at iconic venues including a sold-out Red Rocks and Brooklyn Mirage, played major festivals like Bonnaroo and EDC Las Vegas, and landed his highest-performing releases to date with Ophelia and Heaven Sent. In 2026, he’ll make his debut aboard Groove Cruise, continuing to expand his sonic universe. Whether on stage or in the studio, STAR SEED’s work is a testament to artistic evolution—channeling emotion, innovation, and intentionality into a project that continues to push the boundaries of modern electronic music.
Josh Rubin, a singer/songwriter and producer from Austin, TX, started playing guitar and piano from an early age. He came onto the scene in 2015 and made his way up the ranks of the dance music world as a powerhouse vocalist. In 2022, Josh’s life changed – he moved to LA to attend ICON Collective to further his production skills. While continuously releasing collabs on Monstercat, Seeking Blue, Bassrush, and Welcome Records; his focus has been on his craft, writing and recording music that speaks to the mind of fellow OVRTHNKRS.
After releasing his debut electronic EP ‘Playing with Fire’ in the summer of 2023, this marked the beginning of his transition from a vocalist to live DJ. After a successful year of support and headline shows in 2024 Josh has continued to perfect his hybrid DJ sets which he’s brought to cities such as Austin, Los Angeles, Denver, Salt Lake City and more. Expect performances filled with live vocals, that is where Josh Rubin will shine as he continues to break barriers in the dance music scene.
STAR SEED and Josh Rubin’s new single “Gold” is available on all platforms via Heaven Sent.
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