Synth Single Review: “Atlas” by Sub Neon

by Karl Magi

Sub Neon’s “Atlas” reflects the mingled darkness and potential of the world we currently inhabit. The track commences with flashing brightness from a glimmering synth as broadly flowing bass moves alongside coruscating chimes. The bass rumbles as a warning cry pierces the air and tumbling notes explode with dynamism.

The drums leap in as lacerating synth lines burn with radiance and the rhythm establishes itself with assertive strength. Uncertainty fills the leaping notes as they drift into a cosmic void before a lambent synth carries a dreaming melody, tinged with hope despite the rising darkness of the foundational pulse. Brilliant tones float above haunted textures, illuminating the music with a ghostly glow.

A mixture of chaos and beauty reflects both challenge and possibility as crushing bass snarls and solar notes glisten. I enjoy how the musical imagery mirrors the Sub Neon’s intent, with surging tones offering encouragement against fractured, uncertain sounds that leap and fade. The bass remains massive as erupting effulgence spills through the track it closes in a final surge of light and shadow.