Explored are captivating synths, modular mazes, and delicately woven experimental and tribal soundscapes set against a vast, open environment. As the record unfolds, eerie drones and microscopic timbres amplify.
Sonic time capsules for the soul
With Tobira, which translates to “door open” in Japanese, we can hear the virtual hinges creak open and close on this half-dozen variety of sonic flutter. Tomoyoshi Date, Corey Fuller, and Tatsuhisa Yamamoto are Illuha. Explored are captivating synths, modular mazes, and delicately woven experimental and tribal soundscapes set against a vast, open environment. As the record unfolds, eerie drones and microscopic timbres amplify.
Surreal soundtracks to forgotten realms and instruments that seem to float through the mist are carefully exposed as the liner notes rightly mention “pulsing drums, distorted guitar, and bass playing.” Yet these are more than atmospheric excursions to unfold. To produce these serene soundscapes, Illuha sculpts the tiniest melodic strands and submerges them with roughened textures and minimalist noises.
Ultimately, Tobira is a stimulating and challenging getaway from the mundane; like sonic time capsules for the soul. An exquisite journey via intricately interwoven compositions to immerse yourself in.
Tobira is available on 12k. [Bandcamp]
