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Yosef Asaf Borger (Hebrew: יוסף אסף בורגר; born 20 October 1987), known professionally as Borgore, is an Israeli EDM producer, DJ, singer-songwriter and rapper. He is the founder of the label Buygore Records.

Biography

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Personal life

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Yosef Asaf Borger was born to a Jewish family in Holon, Israel,[3] and was raised in Tel Aviv. He has a brother named Tax.[4] Borger moved to Los Angeles in 2012.[5][4][3] Borger returned to Israel in November 2023, shortly after the birth of his daughter, Ellie and now lives in Hungary with his family.[6]

Career

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He is the founder of Buygore Records[7] and is the former drummer of Israeli deathcore band Shabira.[8] Self-described as "Gorestep", his music includes triplet drum patterns with heavy metal influences.[7] Songs have been sonically suggestive of horror movies, farm animal vocalizations, and sex.[9] He has released tracks under Dim Mak Records, Spinnin' Records, Sumerian Records, Shift Recordings, and his own label, Buygore. In 2012, he released the single, Decisions, with backing vocals provided by Miley Cyrus.[10]

Discography

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Studio albums

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  • #Newgoreorder (8 July 2014; Buygore / Dim Mak Records)
  • The Art Of Gore (27 September 2019; Buygore)[11]
  • CHIAROSCURO (29 March 2024; Buygore)

Extended plays

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  • Gorestep: Vol. 1 (2009; Shift Recordings)
  • Borgore Ruined Dubstep, Pt. 1 (2010; Buygore)
  • Borgore Ruined Dubstep, Pt. 2 (2010; Buygore)
  • Delicious (6 June 2011; Buygore)
  • Flex (5 March 2012; Buygore)
  • Decisions (18 June 2012; Buygore)
  • Turn Up (8 October 2012; Buygore)
  • Legend (7 June 2013; Buygore)
  • Wild Out (12 November 2013; Dim Mak Records)
  • The Buygore Album (13 January 2015; Buygore)
  • Keep It Sexy (4 October 2015; Buygore)
  • Adventures in Time (9 May 2018; Buygore)
  • The Firest (12 October 2018; Buygore)[12]
  • Slaughterhouse (3 December 2021; Buygore)[13]

Mixtapes

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  • Buygore Mixtape, Vol. 1 (3 April 2020; Buygore)[14]

Singles

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  • "Birthday and The Black November / Ambient Dub Shit" (2010; Audio Freaks)
  • "Ice Cream "12" (2010; Trillbass Records)
  • "Decisions" (featuring Miley Cyrus) (10 July 2012; Buygore)
  • "Incredible" (w/ Carnage) (4 February 2013; Spinnin' Records)
  • "Deception" (w/ Cedric Gervais) (18 March 2013; Spinnin' Records)
  • "Macarena" (w/ Kennedy Jones) (April 2013; Buygore)
  • "That Lean" (featuring Carnage & DEV) (1 May 2013; Buygore)
  • "Wayak" (w/ Dudu Tassa) (12 November 2013; Dim Mak Records)
  • "Wild Out" (featuring Waka Flocka Flame and Paige) (15 October 2013; Dim Mak Records)
  • "Illuminati" (w/ Shaygray) (4 April 2014; Dim Mak Records)
  • "Unicorn Zombie Apocalypse" (w/ Sikdope) (14 April 2014; Spinnin' Records)
  • "Ratchet" (27 May 2014; Dim Mak Records)
  • "School Daze" (w/ Addison) (11 May 2015; Armada Music)
  • "Forbes" (featuring G-Eazy) (4 September 2015; Buygore)
  • "Blast Ya" (featuring Barrington Levy) (1 April 2016; Buygore)
  • "100s" (10 June 2016; Buygore)
  • "Daddy" (15 September 2016; Buygore)
  • "Best" (4 November 2016; Buygore/Armada Music)
  • "Magic Trick" (featuring Juicy J) (9 December 2016; Buygore)
  • "Harder" (17 February 2017; Buygore)
  • "Big Bad" (3 March 2017; Buygore)
  • "Help" (20 April 2017; Buygore)
  • "Domino" (featuring Mad Cobra) (2 June 2017; Buygore)
  • "Savages" (4 August 2017; Armada Music)
  • "Blasphemy" (20 October 2017; Buygore)
  • "Salad Dressing" (featuring Bella Thorne) (3 November 2017; Buygore)
  • "Coco Puffs" (19 January 2018; Buygore)
  • "Svddengore" (featuring Svdden Death) (16 February 2018; Buygore)
  • "Freak" (with Gentlemen's Club featuring Watson) (23 February 2018; Buygore)
  • "B.Y.D." (with Benda) (2 March 2018; Buygore)
  • "Reasons" (with Axel Boy featuring GG MAGREE) (9 March 2018; Buygore)
  • "Jimmy's Rage" (with AFK) (16 March 2018; Buygore)
  • "Elefante" (27 July 2018; Spinnin' Records)[15]
  • "Mop" (featuring Gucci Mane and Thirty Rack) (21 September 2018; Buygore)[16]
  • "Camo Diamond Rollie" (with Benda) (1 February 2019; Bassrush)[17]
  • "Gore on the Dancefloor" (with Moonboy featuring Rico Act) (17 May 2019; Buygore)[18]
  • "Summerlake" (28 June 2019; Buygore)[19]
  • "911" (featuring Abella Danger) (19 July 2019; Buygore)[20]
  • "Petty" (6 September 2019; Buygore)[21]
  • "Tetris" (13 September 2019; Buygore)[22]
  • "Forever in My Debt"(featuring Tommy Cash) (20 September 2019; Buygore)[23]
  • "RFG" (20 December 2019; Buygore)[24]
  • "Ratatata" (with Etc!Etc! and Snc) (17 March 2020; Buygore)[25]
  • "Basketball" (with Karetus and Zanova) (29 May 2020; Buygore)[26]
  • "Self Destruction" (with Diablo and Killstation) (12 June 2020; Foolish Cult / Empire)[27]
  • "Snake Shot" (with Benda) (24 July 2020; Buygore)[28]
  • "Sweet Dreams" (with Wodd) (28 August 2020; Buygore)[29]
  • "Sad B*tch" (with Tima Dee) (11 December 2020; Buygore)[30]
  • "Rockstar Sh*t" (with T-Wayne) (10 September 2021; Buygore)[31]
  • "I Don't Care" (24 September 2021; Buygore)[32]
  • "Fypm" (featuring Jonathan.) (22 October 2021; Buygore)[33]
  • "Sexy Boi" (19 November 2021; Buygore)[34]

Mixtapes

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  • Ice Cream Mixtape (2009; Self-released)
  • Gorestep's Most Hated (2009; Self-released)
  • The Filthiest Hits...So Far (2011; Sumerian)
  • Borgore's Misadventures in Dubstep (7 March 2012; Buygore)

Remixes

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Production credits

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See also

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References

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Borgore, whose real name is Asaf Borger, is an Israeli electronic dance music producer, DJ, singer-songwriter, and rapper born on October 20, 1987, in , . Renowned for pioneering the aggressive "gorestep" subgenre of —characterized by heavy bass drops, provocative lyrics, and genre-blending elements like trap, hip-hop, and —he rose to prominence in the early through viral tracks and high-energy live performances. Borger's musical journey began with classical training on at Thelma Yellin High School of the Arts in , followed by a stint as a drummer in the Israeli deathcore band Shabira. Transitioning to electronic music around 2009, he self-released early tracks that gained underground traction, leading to the founding of his own label, Buygore Records, in 2011, which quickly became a hub for bass-heavy artists like Rusko and Kennedy Jones. His breakthrough came with remixes of tracks like ' "Womanizer" and Metallica's "," showcasing his ability to fuse metal influences with EDM. In 2012, Borgore achieved mainstream recognition with the collaborative single "Decisions" featuring , which blended with pop and heavy metal elements, amassing millions of streams and propelling him to major stages. He has since headlined events including , (EDC) , Tomorrowland, and Made in America, delivering theatrical sets with live vocals, multiple CDJs, and outrageous visuals. Notable collaborations extend to artists like , , , and , while his 2014 debut album #NEWGOREORDER, released via Buygore and Dim Mak Records, solidified his reputation with tracks like "Ratchet." Beyond music production, Borgore has hosted the SiriusXM radio show The Borgore Show and engaged in through his Electric Family initiative supporting the Keep a Breast Foundation. Based in since 2023, he continues to evolve his sound, incorporating hip-hop songwriting and touring extensively.

Personal life

Early life and education

Yosef Asaf Borger, known professionally as Borgore, was born on October 20, 1987, in , . He was raised in nearby , where he developed an early passion for music. From a young age, Borger showed exceptional talent as a classically trained player, attending the prestigious Thelma Yellin High School of the Arts in , often compared to Juilliard for its rigorous program. There, he honed his skills in and , emerging as a saxophone prodigy who not only performed but also composed pieces for ensembles, laying a strong foundation in musical theory and performance. During his teenage years, Borger expanded his musical exploration by joining the Israeli deathcore band Shabira as their drummer, contributing to the local heavy scene before shifting focus to electronic production. Although he received no formal higher education beyond high school, Borger began teaching himself electronic production around , marking the start of his transition into EDM.

Family and later residences

Borgore, whose real name is Asaf Borger, relocated to in September 2012 to advance his music career, and lived there until November 2023. In 2022, he married his longtime partner Sonia, a Hungarian native with whom he had been in a relationship for over five years. The couple announced their first pregnancy in May 2023, followed by the birth of their daughter, Borger, in August 2023. In November 2023, shortly after Ellie's birth, Borgore and his family left to return to after more than a decade abroad, motivated by a desire to raise their daughter near her grandparents and prioritize family stability. Borgore has shared limited details about his personal relationships beyond these milestones, emphasizing while noting that fatherhood has profoundly reshaped his priorities, including adjustments to his international touring schedule to accommodate family time. As of November 2025, no further public updates on their residence have been reported.

Musical career

Beginnings in music

After departing from the Israeli deathcore band Shabira in the late 2000s, Asaf Borger, known professionally as Borgore, shifted his focus to solo electronic music production. Drawing on his drumming background in heavy genres, he began experimenting with bass-heavy electronic sounds, blending elements of death metal's aggression with emerging electronic styles. Self-taught in digital production techniques, Borgore primarily utilized as his digital audio workstation to craft tracks, allowing him to layer intense rhythms and distorted elements without formal electronic training. His early influences extended to , which informed the rapid, breakbeat-driven percussion in his initial works, alongside the horror-themed aesthetics reminiscent of metal subcultures. This experimentation culminated in his debut EP, Gorestep Vol. 1, released in 2009 on Shift Recordings. The five-track collection, featuring songs like "Saturday Night" and "Mama's Boy," marked the introduction of his "gorestep" aesthetic—heavy metal riffs fused with wobbles and macabre sound design—setting it apart from mainstream electronic fare at the time. By 2010, Borgore had founded his own label, Buygore Records, which became a platform for his burgeoning catalog. One of the label's inaugural releases was the Borgore Ruined EP, Pt. 1, including the track "Nympho," a gritty, sexually charged cut that showcased his provocative lyrical style over pounding basslines. This period solidified his transition from band member to independent producer, laying the groundwork for his distinctive sound through raw, unpolished experimentation.

Rise with dubstep and Gorestep

Borgore's ascent in the scene during the early 2010s was marked by his development and popularization of "Gorestep," a subgenre he coined to describe his provocative fusion of 's wobbling basslines with explicit, often misogynistic , aggressive heavy drops, and horror-inspired themes that evoked depravity and . This style drew from his background in drumming, infusing metal-like intensity into electronic music, and quickly distinguished him from the UK's more atmospheric origins. His breakthrough came with the Delicious EP, released in June 2011 on Buygore Records, which exemplified Gorestep through tracks like the titular "Delicious," featuring relentless drum and bass-influenced beats paired with crude, sexually charged vocals that blended melody with filth. The EP's success, including and widespread play in underground sets, helped solidify Borgore's reputation as a pioneer pushing toward a more hedonistic, brostep-adjacent territory. In , Borgore founded Buygore Records as an independent platform dedicated to aggressive , allowing him to self-release and curate material that aligned with his unfiltered vision, free from mainstream label constraints. The label's inaugural output included Borgore's own Borgore Ruined EP, Pt. 1 and subsequent releases like the Delicious EP, which amplified Gorestep's explicit edge with horror-tinged samples and pounding drops. Early signings were sparse but strategic, featuring like-minded producers such as xKore for tracks like "Full Russian" and Document One for contributions to compilations, establishing Buygore as a hub for raw, experimental variants. These self-releases and initial artist outputs, distributed through digital platforms, enabled rapid iteration and built a among fans seeking music that defied 's purist norms. Between 2011 and 2013, Borgore's key releases further entrenched his status as a innovator, with The Filthiest Hits...So Far (2011, ) compiling his earlier Gorestep anthems and introducing broader audiences to his chaotic sound via tracks blending pornographic samples with seismic bass. The 2012 compilation Borgore's Misadventures in on Buygore showcased label talent alongside his own "Flex," a track with Japanese vocals and explosive drops that became a staple in sets. Accompanying this output were extensive international tours, including over 90 U.S. dates in 2011 alone and headlining slots at festivals like in 2013, where he performed to massive crowds and exported Gorestep globally, cementing his role in the genre's American explosion. Borgore's rise was not without , as his explicit content—often featuring derogatory references to women and simulated —drew sharp criticism for promoting and toxicity in electronic music. Tracks like "Nympho" and "Act Like a Ho" sparked debates, with detractors labeling his work as emblematic of dubstep's misogynistic underbelly, while supporters viewed it as satirical provocation. This backlash earned him the moniker "enfant terrible of bass culture," a title he embraced, positioning himself as the self-proclaimed "man who ruined " through unapologetic boundary-pushing.

Mainstream collaborations

Borgore's entry into mainstream music began prominently in 2012 with his collaboration with on the single "Decisions," a track that blended production with pop vocals and marked an early example of pop- fusion. Released via Buygore Records, the song featured provocative lyrics and Cyrus's guest appearance, which helped introduce Borgore's sound to a broader pop audience. The collaboration gained significant attention, including coverage in major music outlets, highlighting Cyrus's willingness to experiment with electronic genres during her transitional career phase. Expanding into hip-hop crossovers, Borgore worked with prominent rappers in the mid-2010s, further diversifying his appeal beyond electronic music circles. In 2013, he teamed up with and vocalist Paige on "Wild Out," a high-energy track combining trap-influenced beats with rap verses, released as part of the Wild Out EP on Dim Mak Records. This partnership exemplified Borgore's ability to merge aggressive drops with hip-hop's swagger. By 2015, he collaborated with on "," produced alongside Styles & Complete, which showcased boastful lyrics over gritty basslines and was featured on the Keep It Sexy EP via Buygore. Additionally, in 2016, Borgore joined forces with on "Magic Trick," a trap- hybrid emphasizing party themes and heavy drops, distributed through Buygore under license to . These hip-hop integrations allowed Borgore to tap into rap's commercial infrastructure while infusing it with his electronic edge. Borgore also secured releases on major electronic labels, enhancing his visibility in the global dance music scene. Tracks like "Incredible" with Carnage (2013) and "Unicorn Zombie Apocalypse" with Sikdope (2014) appeared on Spinnin' Records, a leading imprint known for high-profile EDM output, exposing his productions to wider festival and radio play. His debut full-length studio album, #NEWGOREORDER (2014), released on Dim Mak Records, featured a roster of guest vocalists including Miley Cyrus and Dan Farber, spanning dubstep, trap, and experimental elements across 13 tracks. The album's eclectic collaborations underscored Borgore's shift toward more accessible, feature-heavy compositions. These mainstream partnerships played a key role in broadening 's reach, bridging underground electronic scenes with pop and hip-hop listeners during the genre's commercial peak. By remixing pop hits such as Britney Spears's "Womanizer" into a format around 2010, Borgore demonstrated early potential for genre fusion, influencing subsequent crossovers that popularized bass-heavy sounds in mainstream contexts. Overall, these efforts helped elevate from niche raves to broader cultural conversations, though they also sparked debates on the genre's commercialization.

Recent activities and tours

In 2019, Borgore released his third studio album, The Art of Gore, through Buygore Records, marking a return to music production after a period of relative inactivity and incorporating elements of hip-hop and trap alongside his signature bass-heavy style. This was followed by the Slaughterhouse EP in December 2021 on Armada Music, which showcased a pivot toward bass house production with tracks like "Shadows" featuring Iván Reich and Jonathan, "Sexy Boi," and "FYPM" featuring Jonathan, emphasizing groovy, dancefloor-oriented sounds over pure dubstep aggression. By 2024, he issued CHIAROSCURO via Buygore, further evolving his sound into a broader electronic dance music (EDM) palette that blended mid-tempo bass, melodic drops, and experimental textures, reflecting adaptation to the post-dubstep landscape. Borgore maintained momentum into 2025 with several singles, including "FIX ME UP" in May and his debut "Palm of Your Hand" on , a with LEVEL UP and vocalist Eloise Keeble that fused uplifting basslines with pop-infused vocals. These releases highlighted his genre fluidity, incorporating house and melodic bass influences while retaining high-energy live performance potential. As of November 2025, no additional major releases have been announced. Throughout 2024 and 2025, Borgore sustained an active touring schedule, headlining festivals and club shows across North America and Europe to deliver dynamic live sets that mixed recent material with dubstep classics. Key appearances included Ubbi Dubbi Festival in Fort Worth, Texas, on April 26-27, 2025, where he performed on the main stage amid a lineup of bass music acts. He followed with Forbidden Kingdom Music Festival in Orlando, Florida, on May 30-31, 2025, contributing to the event's all-bass and dubstep focus. In August 2025, Borgore took the stage at Nibirii Festival in Dürren, Germany, from August 22-24, blending his sets with the event's trance, techno, and drum & bass vibes. His North American run continued with a headline slot at Terminal 5 in New York City on November 7, 2025, alongside Adventure Club, Paper Skies, and Switchblades, underscoring his enduring draw in club environments. These performances demonstrated Borgore's ability to evolve with the EDM scene, prioritizing immersive, crowd-engaging productions in the post-dubstep era.

Musical style and influences

Development of Gorestep

Gorestep emerged as a subgenre of pioneered by Borgore, characterized by its fusion of heavy metal riffs, horrorcore-inspired lyrics, explicit sexual and violent themes, and aggressive bass drops that emphasize and raw energy. This style draws from Borgore's background in the Israeli band Shabira, where he honed skills in death metal drumming, integrating those aggressive elements with dubstep's electronic framework to create a provocative sound often described as a "horror movie in electronic music form." Key sonic features of gorestep include distorted, grimy wobbles and filthy basslines that deliver sudden, hard-hitting drops, often at a rhythm around 140 BPM, evoking dubstep's core tempo while amplifying intensity through heavy metal hooks. The incorporates gore-inspired samples such as screams, squeals reminiscent of chainsaw-like effects, and animalistic sounds to heighten its aesthetic, alongside high-pitched synths, chip-tune elements, and hip-hop influenced intros or build-ups that transition into drum & bass-style patterns. These components distinguish gorestep from traditional by prioritizing visceral, explicit content over atmospheric subtlety, with lyrics frequently delving into raunchy, taboo subjects like and depravity voiced in a gritty, suggestive manner. Gorestep debuted with Borgore's 2009 EP Gorestep Vol. 1.1 on Shift Recordings, marking the genre's formal introduction through tracks like "Saturday Night" and "Love (The Gagging Version)," which exemplified its experimental blend of tempos and thematic extremity. While influenced by dubstep pioneers such as for their heavy, intricate bass designs and by contemporaries like for shared hard rock-infused performance energy, gorestep set itself apart through its unapologetic emphasis on shock-value provocation rather than melodic accessibility. The development of gorestep had a notable cultural impact, igniting debates within the EDM community about the genre's boundaries, particularly regarding explicit content and its alignment with "brostep" aesthetics that prioritized aggression and over underground subtlety. Critics accused it of "ruining" dubstep's purist , yet it inspired variants in the brostep movement by influencing upcoming artists with its bold fusion of metal, hip-hop, and electronic elements, ultimately expanding dubstep's mainstream appeal through polarizing, high-energy innovation.

Evolution and genre shifts

Following the peak of dubstep's popularity in the early , Borgore began transitioning away from a pure focus around 2014, incorporating elements of trap and to broaden his appeal. This shift was evident in releases like his collaboration on "Incredible" with Spinnin' Records, which marked a move toward more festival-oriented trap and sounds. By blending heavy bass drops with mainstream electro structures, Borgore adapted to the evolving EDM landscape, where dubstep's dominance waned due to oversaturation and shifting audience preferences toward hybrid genres. In his 2024 album , Borgore further diversified into midtempo bass and melodic EDM territories, fusing briddim and tearout influences with trap production for a more eclectic palette. Tracks on the album experiment with atmospheric builds and hybrid rhythms, reflecting a maturation in his sound that prioritizes dynamic textures over aggressive wobbles. This evolution allowed him to maintain relevance amid dubstep's decline by embracing festival-friendly hybrids that resonate in live settings. Borgore's incorporation of rap and songwriting elements became prominent through hip-hop influences, notably in his 2015 collaboration "Forbes" with , which toned down his earlier intensity for slick, lyrical flows over bass-heavy beats. His classical training on and , rooted in early studies at Thelma Yellin Music Academy, has since informed live integrations, such as piano performances in his 2018 jazz EP Adventures in Time and subsequent sets. By 2025, this manifested in tracks like "Palm of Your Hand" featuring pop vocals from Eloise Keeble, showcasing a melodic, vocal-driven approach that sustains his festival presence.

Buygore Records

Founding and growth

Buygore Records was founded in 2010 by Israeli EDM producer and DJ Borgore (real name Asaf Borger) in , , as an independent label dedicated to bass-heavy electronic music. The label emerged from Borgore's desire for greater artistic autonomy and financial independence after experiencing restrictions from major labels during his early career, allowing him to release provocative, uncensored tracks that aligned with his signature "Gorestep" style. Initially, Buygore focused on self-releases from Borgore himself, including early EPs like the 2012 Flex EP featuring collaborations with artists such as Dev and Shay, which helped establish the label's reputation for aggressive, bass-driven . As the label grew, it expanded digital distribution partnerships to broaden its reach, enabling global streaming and sales through platforms that catered to independent electronic imprints. By 2012, following Borgore's relocation to , operations shifted to the U.S., facilitating international signings and a more robust roster of emerging talent. The business model emphasized artist freedom, explicit lyrical content, and creative experimentation, positioning Buygore as an incubator for boundary-pushing producers in a competitive EDM landscape. Key milestones included the 2014 release of Borgore's collaborative album #NEWGOREORDER through a partnership with Dim Mak Records, which amplified the label's visibility and showcased its commitment to high-impact bass releases. In the 2020s, Buygore navigated the broader shifts in the streaming era, where algorithm-driven platforms demanded adaptation to maintain artist visibility and revenue for independent labels. Despite these hurdles, the label continued to prioritize raw, unfiltered , solidifying its niche as a haven for unconventional electronic artists.

Key artists and releases

Buygore Records has signed several prominent artists in the genre, including Bommer, who featured on the label's Fresh Blood Vol. 3 compilation with the track "Hollup" alongside JPhelpz. Other notable signings include Document One, known for their contributions, and Habstrakt, who released heavy-hitting tracks like those on early label compilations. Collaborations have also been key, such as Borgore and Sikdope's "Unicorn Zombie Apocalypse" in 2014, a high-energy track that exemplified the label's aggressive sound. Flagship releases on Buygore include compilation albums like Borgore's Misadventures in Dubstep from 2012, which showcased a variety of dubstep artists and helped define the label's early direction. The Fresh Blood series of compilations, starting in 2014 as a sublabel dedicated to emerging talent, highlighted new bass music artists with volumes featuring Bommer and TRAWMA, serving as platforms for innovative sounds. EPs such as the Gorestep series by Borgore, including volumes like Delicious EP (2011), established the label's core "gorestep" aesthetic through intense, filthy basslines. The 2021 Slaughterhouse EP by Borgore marked a milestone, shifting toward house-influenced bass with tracks like "FYPM (feat. Jonathan)," released under exclusive license from Buygore to Armada Music. By 2024-2025, Buygore's output evolved to incorporate midtempo and hybrid bass elements, blending slower tempos with dubstep aggression, as seen in Borgore's "Fix Me Up" (2025), a 80 BPM dance/pop track with emotional synths and deep bass. Similarly, "Airplane Mode" by Borgore and ABBY M. (2025) fused hybrid bass with 145 BPM drops, reflecting the label's adaptation to broader electronic trends. The label has significantly impacted the scene by launching careers of artists like Bare Noize and Fytch, providing a platform for innovative and trap productions that influenced the genre's development. With dozens of releases cataloged across platforms like and by 2025, Buygore has solidified its role as a key player in electronic .

Discography

Studio albums

Borgore's debut studio album, #Newgoreorder, was released on July 8, 2014, via Buygore and Dim Mak Records. Comprising 14 tracks, it marked a bold entry into full-length with a mix of brostep and trap elements, highlighted by high-profile features including on "Decisions" and on "Forbes." The album debuted at number 2 on the iTunes Dance Albums and number 39 on the overall iTunes Albums , reflecting its immediate commercial impact in the electronic music scene. Following a period of EPs and singles, Borgore released his second studio album, The Art of Gore, on September 27, 2019, through Buygore. The 13-track project shifted toward more introspective and narrative-driven content, with Borgore delivering verses that delved into personal growth and relationships, moving beyond his earlier explicit style. Notable collaborations include uicideboyuicideboy on "Petty" and on "Forever in My Debt," blending hip-hop influences with bass-heavy production. Borgore's third studio album (commonly regarded as such, though described by the artist as his fourth), , arrived on March 29, 2024, exclusively via Buygore. Featuring 14 tracks, it represents a melodic evolution incorporating live instrumentation and emotional depth, diverging from pure aggression toward atmospheric and hybrid soundscapes in genres like briddim and tearout. Key features include and on "ABRACADABRA," Tima Dee on "DISSOCIATED," and Cromatik on "TORTURE," emphasizing collaborative experimentation.

Extended plays and mixtapes

Borgore's extended plays represent key milestones in his evolution from underground to broader electronic genres, often showcasing experimental production and thematic cohesion in shorter formats. His EPs typically feature 3 to 5 tracks, emphasizing heavy basslines, vocal manipulations, and provocative samples that define his signature "gorestep" style. These releases, released primarily through his Buygore label or independent imprints, served as testing grounds for ideas that later influenced full-length albums. The debut EP, Gorestep Vol. 1, released in 2009 on Shift Recordings, consists of 5 tracks including "Saturday Night," "Love," "Mama's Boy," "Sunday Morning," and "Borgore Ina Trouble." This digital release laid the foundation for Borgore's sound, blending gritty wobbles with humorous, irreverent elements that characterized early gorestep. In 2011, Delicious EP followed on Buygore, featuring 5 tracks: "Delicious," "Delicious (Instrumental)," "Gloryhole," "Gloryhole (Instrumental)," and "Someone Else's" (featuring Adi Ulmansky). Clocking in at around 30 minutes including instrumentals, it highlighted early gorestep hits like the titular "Delicious," known for its explicit and aggressive drops that solidified Borgore's notoriety in the scene. After a period of relative inactivity in EP production, Borgore returned with in 2021 on , a 3-track EP comprising "Shadows" (featuring Iván Reich and Jonathan.), "Sexy Boi," and "FYPM" (featuring Jonathan.). Marking his shift toward bass house and tech influences post-hiatus, the release emphasized floor-ready energy with crisp production, diverging from pure while retaining heavy bass elements that resonated at events like EDC Las Vegas. Borgore's mixtapes are primarily promotional efforts tied to his label, with no major standalone series post-2010. Notable examples include The Buygore Mixtape, Vol. 1 (2012), a compilation-style release featuring tracks from Buygore artists like ETC!ETC!, Yakz, and Kultivate, curated by Borgore to promote the label's roster. Later promotional mixes, such as the 2017 Mix exclusively featuring Buygore tracks, continued this tradition but remained non-commercial and event-focused, with no significant output after 2015.

Singles and remixes

Borgore's standalone singles often feature collaborations with vocalists and rappers, blending his roots with trap and bass influences to achieve mainstream appeal. His 2012 single "Decisions", featuring , marked a significant crossover moment, with its provocative lyrics and heavy drops drawing widespread media coverage; the official has exceeded 29 million views on . Released via Buygore Records, the track highlighted Borgore's ability to merge EDM production with pop sensibilities. In 2013, Borgore teamed up with producer Carnage for "Incredible", a collaborative single emphasizing aggressive synths and rapid builds, distributed through . This release solidified his presence in the brostep subgenre during its peak popularity. Later, in 2019, "911" featuring adult film actress emerged as a bold, party-oriented track under Buygore, noted for its explicit theme and intense basslines. Borgore's 2025 output demonstrated a resurgence, with multiple singles dropping throughout the year. "Fix Me Up", a solo production released in May via Buygore, featured gritty trap elements. This was followed by "Airplane Mode" in July, collaborating with vocalist ABBY M. for a melodic yet heavy-hitting vibe. Rounding out the year, "Palm of Your Hand" in October, featuring LEVEL UP and Eloise Keeble, was issued through and incorporated emotional vocals over pulsating drops.
YearSingleCollaboratorsLabelNotes
2012DecisionsBuygoreBreakthrough crossover hit; 29M+ views
2013IncredibleCarnageFool's GoldHigh-energy collaboration
2019911BuygoreExplicit party anthem
2025Fix Me Up—BuygoreSolo trap-infused track (May release)
2025Airplane ModeABBY M.BuygoreMelodic bass single (July release)
2025Palm of Your HandLEVEL UP, Eloise KeebleVocal-driven bass track (October release)
Borgore's remix work extends his influence across genres, often infusing dubstep aggression into pop and rock tracks. Early in his career, he delivered a dubstep of ' "Womanizer" in 2010, transforming the electro-pop hit into a bass-heavy club staple. More recently, in 2023, he remixed Miley Cyrus' "Flowers", adding his signature drops to the empowering anthem. For his own material, the 2014 collaboration with Sikdope, "Unicorn Zombie Apocalypse" (initially previewed in 2013 sets), spawned multiple es, including a 2015 festival trap version by EFF3CTS and KAVIAR that amplified its festival-ready energy. These efforts underscore Borgore's versatility in reinterpreting tracks for EDM audiences.

Production credits

Borgore's production work extends beyond his solo catalog to collaborations and contributions for other artists, often emphasizing heavy bass elements in , trap, and electronic genres. Early in his career, while transitioning from drumming in the Israeli deathcore band Shabira, he provided production support for bandmates' projects, laying foundational skills in rhythm and arrangement that informed his later electronic output. By 2009, he co-produced the track "Viridian" alongside , Atki2, and Fault, marking one of his initial forays into collaborative electronic production. As his profile grew, Borgore became renowned for remixing established artists, infusing their tracks with aggressive, bass-heavy drops characteristic of his style. Notable examples include his 2009 of ' "Womanizer," which amplified the pop hit's energy with wobbles, and the same year's rework of Passion Pit's "Sleepyhead," transforming its indie into a high-octane club banger. He continued this trend with remixes for M.I.A.'s "Illgar Girl" (2009), La Roux's "" (2010), and The Prodigy's "" (2010), each showcasing his ability to blend mainstream appeal with underground bass aggression. Further high-impact remixes encompassed Linkin Park's "Papercut" (2011), Flux Pavilion's "Bass Cannon" (2011), and Nero's "Promises" (2011), contributing to the early 2010s boom. In 2013, his of ' "Molly" added a gritty edge to the house track, while his take on Bring Me the Horizon's "" (2013) bridged and electronic worlds. Borgore's non-remix production credits highlight his role in hip-hop and EDM crossovers. In 2011, he co-produced Yelawolf's "Animal" featuring on the album Radioactive, delivering a trap-infused beat that underscored the track's raw intensity alongside . Later, through his Buygore Records imprint, he handled productions for label artists, including tracks for Mosh T that emphasized mid-2010s trends. Non-album contributions include remixes tied to projects involving , such as shared sessions leading to bass-forward co-productions, and work on Waka Flocka Flame-related endeavors that fused trap with electronic drops. In 2015, he co-produced "" with , blending rap verses with pulsating synths for a mainstream EDM-hip-hop hybrid. More recently, Borgore remixed WHIPPED CREAM's "CRY" in 2023 for , marking his debut on the label with a heavy, emotive overhaul that debuted as part of the Someone You Can Count On (The Remixes) package. By 2025, Borgore's production and remix portfolio exceeded 50 credits, predominantly featuring bass-heavy co-productions that influenced the evolution of and trap subgenres.

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