Synth Single Review: “Skybeams” by Dimi Kaye & LYST

by Karl Magi

Dimi Kaye & LYST's “Skybeams” exudes spangled light from trumpeting tones echoing into open space with an excited energy, complemented by a gliding drum beat and silken chords in the distance. Rising luminescence suffuses me as the slowly expanding arpeggios undulate to create serenity and weightlessness.

Like tiny stars in a huge galaxy, notes levitate and Dimi Kaye's rich guitar tones spill out sensations of peace and caressing strength before panpipe notes float with breathy relaxation, deepening my feelings of peace. Dimi Kaye's guitar becomes an expression of pure tranquility and strength before sounds like reverent waves pour out as the arpeggios twirl and create space.

Panpipes extend like the slowly revolving arms of galaxies through the uncountable distances of outer space and Dimi Kaye launches a solo that combines exuberance and grace in a flow that intricately evokes the complexity of the solar system and beyond, while the gliding beat adds shape. As the track ends, intricacy fades into silence.