Experimental Electronic Music
In many respects, the 12”s from Acid For The Grandma sound more like compilations. Each EP has a sense of being distinct and unique rather than a progression from one to the next. The real surprise is that it is one artist behind these releases, one musician exploring acid, ambient, house and techno and doing so from incredibly varied perspectives.
A revenant returns as a spirit after death, and art can be an experiment in new forms, one might not like it all. For me, “Burn I” and “Burn II” were tough, but then “Dome 2080” is Extraordinarily Awesome! Yes, very good.
As Embers dips and dives through techno’s outer realms, calmer layers also allow it all to fade into oblivion.
While there’s no shortage of dubby electronica to explore at the moment, few producers have such an understanding of tension, the confidence to make bold […]
A fascinating listen and auditory odyssey of the mind, Time Safari is—hands down—one of the best electronic EPs of the year. Clarian is an accomplished […]
The most remarkable quality of Singularity is its through line. From deep groove to infinite atmosphere, Hopkins creates a flawlessly continuous mix, skillfully composing many of […]
Warm and uplifting; Amygdala is one of the most original releases this year, successfully straddling a space where oddball pop meets dance and thoroughly delivering […]
Whether played on an icy cold winter evening, a reviving spring afternoon, a cozy summer night or during the autumn haze, Seasons – Les Quatre […]
Making Russia safe for underground electronica, Music Kollektiv is a burgeoning Moscow – and web-based powerhouse dedicated to “finding unconventional rhythms and telling their stories.” […]
