‘Coming Home (I.M.U)’ by TATE SEDAR: Review
Photo credit: Cole Matthews
TATE SEDAR’s 'Coming Home (I.M.U)’ is an electrifying testament to his artistic evolution, weaving together the rich tapestry of his progressive house roots and his innovative ‘post-EDM’ style. The track is a celebration of home—both in the physical sense, as an ode to his beloved San Francisco, and in the artistic sense, as he redefines his sound with a blend of past and present inspirations. Featuring euphoric, festival-ready energy, heartfelt homesick female vocals, and a kaleidoscope of electroacoustic elements, the single is a triumphant milestone for the artist.
2023 was a whirlwind year for TATE. With his busiest schedule of commercial shows to date, he found himself yearning for studio time and grappling with a fundamental question: what does his sound truly represent? No longer the bright-eyed Bay Area kid swept up in the golden age of EDM, TATE had grown—both as an artist and a person. Moving to Los Angeles five years prior exposed him to the city’s vibrant music scene, where commercial and underground sounds collided. Immersing himself in LA’s eclectic landscape—house, techno, dance-pop, and more—he began reshaping his musical identity.
Yet, it wasn’t until a rare studio session in the summer of 2023 that ‘Coming Home’ started to take form. A simple yet evocative chord progression emerged, one that resonated deeply with TATE’s memories of San Francisco’s rolling hills and iconic architecture. Initially paired with catchy vocal chops and an enchanting guitar hook, the track felt promising but incomplete. It wasn’t until later in the year, through the addition of bells, piano, strings, and mandolins, that the song truly came to life—melding analog warmth with EDM’s energy. The final result is a love letter to his city, bursting with nostalgia and forward-looking optimism.
TATE’s ‘post-EDM’ style—described as a fusion of electronic dance music with electroacoustic textures—has been years in the making. Drawing inspiration from Mat Zo’s Illusion of Depth (2020), he explored the intersections of non-electronic genres like R&B, rock, and hip-hop with the polished progressions of EDM. The result is a sound that feels expansive yet grounded, blending the grandeur of big-room anthems with intimate, organic details.
‘Coming Home’ hits differently—it’s not just another festival anthem; it’s a deeply personal, nostalgic journey wrapped in euphoric beats. TATE nails the balance between massive, feel-good drops and those raw, emotional moments that stick with you. The 80s-style chord stabs before the second build? Pure magic. It’s the kind of sound that instantly puts you in the passenger seat, cruising through San Francisco’s iconic neighborhoods. The fact that Angelino Heights—a little slice of LA that channels SF vibes—was chosen for the artwork makes it even better. It’s like TATE’s worlds colliding in the best way.
Photo credit: Cole Matthews
For TATE, “home” is more than just a physical place—it’s the heartbeat of his music. He’s poured his love for San Francisco into every layer of this track. “If anybody knows me well, they know I love San Francisco’’ he explains. And it’s true—his sound captures everything from the city’s vibrant energy to its soulful charm.
TATE’s journey from the Bay Area to the global stage has been anything but ordinary. Mentored by legends like Wolfgang Gartner and Deniz Koyu, his early work reflects his roots in progressive house. But moving to LA opened up a whole new world of influences, from garage beats to dance-pop and everything in between. Tracks like ‘Emotions (ft. PSYCHEDELIC)’ laid the groundwork for his post-EDM sound, and ‘Coming Home' takes it even further. It’s a fusion of everything he’s learned—his roots, his mentors, and his own evolving style.
But TATE’s about more than just making hits—he’s using his music to make a difference. Whether it’s raising awareness about mental health with ‘Find a Way,’ addressing civil rights issues with his remix of Terrell Carter’s ‘Hero,’ or paying tribute to those affected by global conflicts with his take on Justin Bieber’s ‘Hold On,’ TATE proves that music can do more than move bodies—it can inspire change.
‘Coming Home (I.M.U)’ is universal, but it’s also uniquely TATE. The track feels like a homecoming—not just to San Francisco but to himself as an artist. It’s uplifting, nostalgic, and deeply personal all at once. Whether you’re dancing to the massive drops or vibing with its quieter moments, it’s impossible not to feel the passion and history behind every note.
TATE SEDAR is carving out a lane all his own in the post-EDM space. With San Francisco as his constant muse and a fearless approach to innovation, he’s crafting music that’s as meaningful as it is memorable—a soundtrack for finding your way back home, wherever that may be.
‘Coming Home (I.M.U)’ is out now on all major streaming platforms
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