Worlds Collide as John Summit and The Chainsmokers Drop “ALL THE TIME” ft. Ilsey

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“ALL THE TIME” by John Summit and The Chainsmokers features a beat switch from UK garage to drum and bass, with Ilsey’s vocal tying it all together.

John Summit‘s been known to dabble in styles outside of house as of late, and his latest experimentation sees him bring The Chainsmokers along for the ride. “ALL THE TIME” featuring Ilsey sees the three producers try their hand at UK garage and drum and bass, with a beat switch giving it utility among DJs who play both genres.

Ilsey’s memorable vocal complements the warm basses and palpitating percussion in the UKG portion of the track, setting a classic and clubby mood. After a tranquil breakdown, the instantly recognizable cadence of drum and bass takes over, with sawtooths that liken this section to something you’d hear in a Chase & Status set.

This all begs the question: Where are The Chainsmokers’ influence in “ALL THE TIME”? The UKG part is similar enough to John Summit songs like “WITH ME,” while his Subtronics collaboration, “Go Back,” could have helped inspire the latter half. But Chainsmokers hallmarks like pop anthem verses, lush instrumentals, or future bass arrangement are notably absent.

The Chainsmokers first broke through in 2014 thanks to their hit single, “#SELFIE,” and they remained relevant by cutting tracks like “Roses,” “Closer,” and “Don’t Let Me Down.” John Summit can chalk his own rise up to his 2020 Defected Records debut, “Deep End,” as well as songs like “Human” and “Where You Are.”

Listen to John Summit and The Chainsmokers’ “ALL THE TIME” featuring Ilsey on Spotify, and follow both acts to see what they do separately from one another.