From ice to identity: Yetti finds his voice on Armada Music

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Yetti's new remix of 'What Too You So Long' by Armin Van Buuren and Gryffin is catapulting him into the global scene.

After months of quiet surveillance in the underground, Yetti has surfaced as a person of interest.

The evidence? A powerful, emotionally loaded remix of Gryffin and Armin van Buuren’s What Took You So Long.

Yetti's remix is part of a larger pack that includes fresh takes of Armin Van Buuren's 51-track album, Breathe, that came out earlier in 2025. The remix pack includes 23 songs comprised of remixes, club mixes, VIPs and more.

Our findings suggest that Yetti’s first official remix was driven by artistic vision, rather than the pursuit of commercial charting or industry approval.

Motives

Interrogation reveals the original track’s vocals and songwriting were the trigger.

Yetti first encountered the song nearly a year ago, during a period when he believed he was too cold to feel a romantic spark — until someone unexpectedly entered his life.

The lyric, “I was winter 'till you took my hand,” immediately set off alarms. The chorus followed, and the decision was made.

The original track tore Yetti apart — and the remix became his way of responding and adding his own truth to the record.

Sonic Findings

Forensic audio analysis uncovered a key detail hidden beneath the surface: A vocoder-driven vocal synth layered subtly under the bridge vocals.

While barely noticeable on a first listen, it functions as the glue holding the emotional architecture together.

The layer creates an icy, immersive atmosphere, binding the vocal to the instrumental in a way that is key to Yetti’s sound.

Remove this vocal synth, and the track loses its gravity.

Industry Co-Sign

Yetti did not expect recognition from Gryffin and Armin van Buuren – he insists the goal has never been approval.

“I make music because I love it,” Yetti said. “I pour my emotions into every track.”

The co-sign did not alter his trajectory — it confirmed it. Connecting with artists who’ve reached millions reinforces the authenticity that is the driving force behind his work.

Identity Profile: “Yetti”

The alias is not fictional. Growing up extremely tall, Yetti faced constant expectations about who he should be. Skiing became his refuge — a place to escape noise, test limits and exist on his own terms.

The Yetti name represents confronting the parts of ourselves that we wish we could hide.

“Sometimes you feel like a monster everyone’s staring at,” Yetti said. “This project is about turning that perceived monstrosity into beauty.”

Progress Report

One year ago, Yetti admits he was chasing trends and making tracks he thought other DJs would play. This remix marks a turning point.

“At this stage, telling my story is essential,” Yetti said. He’s abandoning rigid definitions of drum 'n bass and focusing on what genuinely moves him.

A Yetti set can be seen as more than a performance; It’s an exchange of identity.

Lastly, being part of such a monumental remix album with artists such as Nicky Romero, Agents of Time , Dimension and Hairitage – has catapulted Yetti to worldwide recognition.

Ongoing Case

Looking forward, Yetti plans to expand his mission through a new label called Ski Patrol Records, with the hope of creating a space where other artists can shine.