(09.22.05) Despite appreciating the previous Sublight output, I really can’t get into this Doormouse album even after several deep listenings. Furthermore, I can’t get the late change in sound Doormouse had since Xylophone Jism. In the past he made classic breakcore tunes and messy mashups, with a great sense of humor, –but since his major changes towards instrumental and calm music, his production is less entertaining. It’s not simply the delusion of a breakcore fan suddenly betrayed, it’s that this record lacks complexity and catchy melodies, and it fails when transmitting emotions to the listeners. It’s supposed to be a very intimate album, but maybe it’s even too intimate; it gets introvert and cryptic and will make Doormouse’ parents and close friends happy. The rest of the world runs the risk of being excluded.
Major Changes is out now on Sublight.
