Monolake :: Ghosts (Imbalance Computer Music)

A continuous blend of rhythmic bass sequences, micro-dub, hypnotic loops, minimal soundscapes, pulsating textures and an all-out spaciousness in audio design is prevalent on Ghosts.

[Release page] Monolake consistently refines his sound and Ghosts is the latest offering from this dynamic audio sculptor. An almost continuous blend of rhythmic bass sequences, micro-dub, hypnotic loops, minimal soundscapes, pulsating textures and an all-out spaciousness in audio design is prevalent. Each level revealed on Ghosts ricochets its clear and concise groove. Blistering bass lines and an open platform of evolved glitches flex together in these expressively abstract tracks. A sense of slowed time is emitted within the confines of Robert Henke’s musical arsenal. A contrast to previous outings, a low-pressure system of fine-tuned electrical signals are processed, elevated and easily manifested via Monolake’s signature style. Rather than focus on any one particular entity, Ghosts radiates gradually and the overall impression is one of persistent electronic shifting. Echoes weave into and out of the audio field, buzzes rotate around turbulent pulses, lights flicker and brushed blips’n bleeps are triggered and altered throughout. Systematic flows and eerie sonic sculptures emanate like Clicks’n cuts styled distortions that are softened by Monolake’s analog machinery. Rolling low-end emissions are muted by atmospheric soundtrack-driven beauty and in the end Ghosts offers fans a continued sense of skewed low-frequency micro-grooves. Virgin ears will likely revel in Monolake’s acute sense of rhythmic timing as his persistent use of minimalism transmits a macroscopic point of view from start to end. Learn more about the process, structure and history of Ghosts here.

Ghosts is available on Imbalance Computer Music. [Release page]