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Necromancer - WorldEater

Review by Karl Magi

Overall Album Impressions

Necromancer’s WorldEater is a terrifyingly bleak, harsh slab of towering dark synths, tidal drums and crushing bass. The black gulfs of endless space yawn from this music while fear and existential dread permeate it. The tiny sparks of light feel mournful and insignificant in the face of the shadows pouring from this album.

Atmosphere is a crucial element in my appreciation of music. The dread-filled power of WorldEater creates a raging, Stygian impression while nervous-sounding synths tremble and snarling bass makes demonic progress through the album. In the more fragile moments, I feel profound sorrow as the shadows engulf the universe.

There is a sublime horror that fills the musical elements of WorldEater. The Cyclopean power of the synths that Necromancer uses in his music fills my mind with images of elder gods and icy destruction. The underpinning bass is like the voice of the void as it growls and the drums pound with intense weight and strength. The overall feeling is one of desolation and destruction.

I enjoy the way in which Necromancer layers all of his sounds. The complexity of the different auditory interactions catches my ears. It isn’t all unsubtle raging as the many synth tones, timbres and textures interweave to add depth to the seething blackness that reaches out dark tentacles.

My Favourite Tracks Analyzed

“Awakened” comes to life as a distant bell rings out and rain falls softly. A dark synth pulse slowly beats as metallic sounds clatter and a twisting, distant voice slips. A chilling, demonic voice speaks evil words into open space. Thunder rolls and a high, terrified sound rushes past. A single high chime tinkles and silence falls along with the twisted voice. The sense of omen and portent in this track is an excellent opener to the album.

Quickly spinning arpeggios full of nervous agitation join the sound of rain falling to start “Wrath.” Rumbling bass and a thumping kick drum move in as arpeggios spin up with worry and fear. A bass upwelling moves the drumbeat batters. A horrified sound rings out before the track drifts into a creaking, Stygian void.

Portentous arpeggios twirl while towering drums create a slow pulse and deep bass snarls. Taut strings twist out with a fearful motion as the arpeggio ramps up the feeling of threatening evil. Sparkling sound shimmers out above the tumbling arpeggios as looming bass rumbles.

Agitated arpeggios swirl while raised, bright sound trembles as powerful drums smack into the track. Every musical element effectively exudes palpable foreboding. Feverish light pours from the arpeggios while harsh bass moves in a heavy tide. The drums press on with fierce motion while higher sounds shiver before fading on hollow arpeggios and bass whorls.

“Leviathan” opens as steady, low bass spreads through the music with a muffled drumbeat. Both musical elements grow in power as a buzzing vibration shifts. A diabolical voice speaks as drums thud. A leaping, flashing synth pulse slices above growling bass and pounding drums.

Glowing synth wriggles in a minor key line before fragile chimes waver as soft crunching sounds shift. A bass void yawns below as buzzing synth slowly trembles into the openness around it. This track conjures up images of vast space and devouring evil in a way I enjoy.

A nervous, taut synth pattern cries out with dread above the drumbeat’s muscled strength and the bass weight far below. After a drum flourish, umbral bass growls and medium-high synth with a hollow feeling turns slowly. The chiming synth carries revolving arpeggios as massive drums hit hard below. The elevated synth conveys great fright and the music fades on dominating drums.

A steady, echoing high synth softly shivers as sibilant hissing drifts to start “Devoured.” Winds sweep and sigh as dense bass vibrates heavily before the drums attack ferociously as sawtoothed bass lacerates.

Glittering, raised arpeggios exude apprehension as skittering bass and smashing drums create a shuddering, uneven pulse. A continual high sound shifts before a delicate piano carries a melancholy series of softly touching notes. The piano’s fragility creates a superb contrast to the angry drum and bass assault.

Gritty bass surges through yawning gulfs of darkness. Lost piano notes are nearly swept away by a gleaming, unevenly tumbling synth pulse. The drums and bass slowly thunder as sparkling synth floats out above lugubrious synth chords. The continually shimmering synth rings and drums and bass lacerate as high piano notes are carried away into silence.

“Merciless” opens as intensely bright chimes ring out into cavernous space in a slowly wandering pattern. Harsh metal rings and a steady, doom-laden drum pulse throbs as angular sounds are underpinned by incredibly heavy bass. Muscled, serrated bass and shattering drums ram the music forward with raging strength.

Feverishly flaring synth tumbles in a sharp-edged cascade above the maelstrom deep underneath it. The lacerating low end storm thrashes against high notes shivering through the music. I find the way in which the track's grinding weight drives into the ears with unrelenting anger rather satisfying.

An empty void opens, distant brassy sounds howling out as grit-edged bass moves with horrible power as battering drums smack my ears again. Raised, shining synth carries a melody exuding anxiety as the huge tide below tugs and pulls at it. The chasing drum rhythm is doubled by surging synth pulses while high chimes flicker into silence.

Distorted, guttural bass growls as a steady ringing echoes in the distance to begin “WorldEater.” Jangling arpeggios spin with tense terror and drums smash shove the track forward on a tide of slicing sound. In the distance, flickering synth oscillates slowly while shadowed, crushingly heavy bass presses down.

Chiming synth cries out unevenly, permeated with worry. It spins into an arpeggio, undulating uncomfortably, as urgent drums and bass batter onward. Unfurling arpeggios effectively increase the sense of imminent danger. The bass claws my ears and a sonic cacophony snarls in the distance as silence falls.

“Enslaved” starts with a sound like a yawning grave. Scraping, metallic noises move as fragile, shimmering synth shines in the distance. A rush of icy air whispers through the music as a raised, tentative sparkle is now joined by jumping, heaving drums.

The elevated sound becomes a pulse that shifts side to side, ramping up the tension again. Hard-edged, razor-sharp bass slashes, touched by gentle glitter from an open-voiced synth. Now shining notes tremble into the surrounding openness, contrasted with the darkness engulfing them.

Demonic, guttural speech echoes as a delicate chime is buffeted by gigantic, rough-edged bass and heavily hitting drums. The horrific growl moves with threatening intent before silence falls.

Desolate, empty sounds are touched by a worried, glimmering arpeggio to begin “Offering.” The arpeggio slowly spins out into open space as a massive drum steadily pulsates. Raised synth sounds glow and scream, washed by fear. Crenellated bass lacerates and drums smash in hard. Shiny sounds scream before dark piano cascades in the distance and high synths chant.

Ripping bass tears the music and the chiming synth is full of warning while huge drums shatter. Glistening synth slowly drags above the slower drumbeat while all of the high sounds are panicked in effective contrast to the muscled heave below them.

A twisting chime flickers above the sepulchral bass that flows on and on. Wind blows across the emptiness around it before the drums attack. Creaking bass roughly breaks through as tortured synth howls far above the clotted darkness underpinning it before silence falls.

Conclusion

WorldEater is an uncompromising exploration of the unknown horrors that lurk in the lost reaches of the universe, waiting to rise and devour the Earth. Necromancer has done an excellent job of creating darksynth music that is as chilling as it is well-produced.

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Jessy Mach - Night Shifter

Review by Karl Magi

Overall Album Impressions

Jessy Mach’s Night Shifter is an intoxicating brew of retro synth energy, strong vocal performances and skilful guitar work. The whole album thrums with life and unfolds in an exuberant flash of emotion and layered synth sounds. It’s an entertaining and engaging listening experience.

There’s an ear-pleasing retro feeling that suffuses Night Shifter. Jessy Mach draws together ‘80s synth sounds to produce music that captures nostalgia and clear passion for that era. I enjoy the way that the modern production quality allows the synth sounds to shine through with real dynamism.

Jessy Mach’s superb guitar performances are another reason for my enjoyment of Night Shifter. He has nimble fingers and a good ear for weaving solos that are expressive and intricate. The power and life within the guitar help to elevate the music to a higher plane of pleasing listening.

Along with Jessy Mach’s own vocal performances, his guest singers each bring their own sensibility to the music. The high quality of the vocals helps to lift the song’s lyrics and adds more depth to the overall auditory quality of the album. I enjoy the level of engagement the guest singers create.

My Favourite Tracks Analyzed

"Fluo Tail Lights” starts off as hard-edged, rapidly tumbling bass whirls in a fierce cascade. Low synth crunches into the music as massive drums pulse. Smooth, flowing synth gently descends as a high, sweeping sound calls out. Rapidly ripping sounds fly though the track above battering drums and urgent bass.

A gently flowing, enfolding segment unfolds in ear-pleasing contrast as warm synths climb like thermals. Quickly whirling, shadowy synth growls and drums keep thundering. Undulating synth slices and dark bass snarls far below as the drumbeat throbs. The track ends on caressing, flashing synth notes.

Medium-low, broadly flowing synth drifts in a gentle pattern above guiding drums and oscillating bass to open “Night Shifter.” The wide-sounding synth creates a calming pattern before Jessy Mach's distorted, but expressive vocals drift in a mellow melody.

A trembling synth pattern twirls quickly while brighter synth glistens in a trumpeting line. Jessy Mach trades off with female vocals before the solid bass oscillation moves into drifting notes that glide out into open space. Jessy Mach's guitar cries out with enjoyable, passionate intensity over the steady drum and bass heartbeat.

The vocals slip through and elevated, taut synth cries out. The guitar is unleashed in a solo that vibrates with emotional power. Gritty synth flies out above the wheeling guitar in its own howling solo before the song ends on Jessy Mach's voice.

The narrator speaks about how he’s so lost without the other person that it can “make me do anything.” He says that he doesn’t want know, implying that he wants to avoid hearing about the other person because “it’s just too much.”

“This Way” begins as lively, shiny synth leaps out in an energizing melody as hard-hitting drums drive and shimmering chimes dance. The lead synth has a rounded, brassy quality as it sings with dynamism and life. Jessy Mach's vocals are pleasingly warm-hearted and full of hope and need.

Rippling, string-like synth flickers in arpeggios as the guitar cuts in with more upbeat energy. An encouraging melody is carried on a soft-edged, medium-high synth. Jessy Mach's unique voice has an emotive quality to it as it moves.

A soaring guitar solo whirls out above rebounding drums and bass, in a coruscating cascade. Chimes flit and full-voiced synth dances to carry the main melody. Warming vocals slip along and the guitar intertwines with bursts of synth, lifting the song’s energy further.

The people who are “big faces around” tell the song’s subject what the narrator found. He says that he’s confused but hopes that it’s true that “I finally found you.”

He wonders what friend the other person used. Our storyteller says that he’s “scared to stand out” and he wants to run away. He concludes that “I really want to shout, I won't leave this way.”


Colossal drums pound in along with dense bass as “Find Love” commences. LAU’s soulful, expressive voice carries a melody that overflows with inspiration. LAU’s vocals are intensely elevating as Jessy Mach's guitar cuts in. The pounding drums drive on and brassy, glittering synth sings out a melody that explodes with joy.

I am drawn in by the sheer happiness in the chorus as it glows sunnily. The vocal melody grows tender as it flows and again the deeply-felt lyrics are carried by LAU’s retro-tastic voice. Drums and bass keep the energy levels high while Jessy Mach's exuberant guitar intricately flies through the song.

The storyteller addresses another character and talks about how they are trying to find the love of their life but “on that road you did suffer.” She says that person is clinging onto hope and “if you don’t know, it won’t hurt.” She adds that the song’s subject is getting tired of searching but “you can make it happen.”

In the chorus the narrator is encouraging, telling the other person that they can be “the lover you want if you can take it.” She adds that the song’s subject doesn’t recognize themselves but “you can’t help it.” She points out that the other person can’t give up until they find love.

Our storyteller goes on to say that even when the days are long and “you’re feeling low” the other person has to get up. She says that it’s getting harder for the song’s subject to hide their emotions. Now the song’s subject is holding onto hope because “you know you really want her.”

As the song concludes, the narrator asks, “Should you be searching for her? Would you know when you find her?”

Slightly gritty, sombre notes echo in a slow arpeggio that grows in energy to kick off “Lifeline.” The synth divides and tumbles as Rebecca Davies’ highly emotive voice calls out with warmth. Her voice pours effectively pours out expression as deep bass throbs.

The vocal melody is full of pain, a needy ache within it as the slow arpeggios turn. Rebecca Davies’ voice trembles and hurts as a shimmering arpeggio spins faster and drums guide the music. The vocal melody is full of melancholy as the drumbeat presses on and surging, vibrating synth notes move.

The  way in which this song showcases Rebecca Davies’ performance is deeply pleasing for me.The surrounding musical elements add even more feeling to the vocal performance and melody. We end on broadly echoing notes.

Our storyteller muses that a time may come, “maybe when I’m over the fall” and ready to run again that the other person will “find yourself in the path of another.” She adds that each time she makes a mistake “every little bit of me aches, every little piece of my heart breaks.”

She addresses the other person, saying that when they find themselves in a lover’s arms, it’s easier to “think that I’m wrong (and) live in the dark” but points out that really “easy isn’t easy at all.”

Now our narrator talks about seizing the opportunity right now, adding that “memories make memories.” She asks if what the other person wants is all of her energy.

The narrator muses that it might be a matter of time for them to have chances to “live in the same life (and) to figure it out.” She hopes for a time when they don’t doubt and concludes that “I know that I can do this without you, you’re a lifeline."

“Wheels Of Hell” comes to life against a deep bass backdrop as medium-high, gruffly shining synth floats out in a fragile melodic line. Now sharply glistening synth rings out in a slow moving arpeggio.

Angular, insistent synth flies out above throbbing drums and rich bass. Medium-high, full-sounding synth carries a victorious melody out above the powerful drums and bass. Jessy Mach's guitar flows out and a voice echoes through. I enjoy the dynamically bursting guitar sound in this track.

Wide-sounding, bright synth flares into life and glimmering notes rise as gruffly shining synth twists. The music moves into a segment in which Jessy Mach's guitar shivers and cries out while drums and bass push on. His guitar solo is intricate and full of energetic motion. Ringing notes dance out and the beat drives on below as the track ends on glowing synth.

Conclusion

Night Shifter bursts with energy, expression and neon-drenched sound. Jessy Mach and his musical guests create an intensely engaging atmosphere within the music and keep me listening as the album unfolds.

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Chatterless - This Fun Might Kill Us

Review by Karl Magi

Overall Album Impressions

Chatterless’ This Fun Might Kill Us has a tenuous, yearning quality that lends it a sense of vulnerability. There’s a gentle glow permeating the music, leavened by energetic moments, while synths lushly intertwine and the low end shapes the other auditory elements. I feel both calmed and melancholy listening to this album.

Nostalgic, mournful emotion is a hallmark of Chatterless’ sound on This Fun Might Kill Us. There’s peace in the music, but it is soft-edged and tinged with an aching feeling. There are bright moments to leaven the more melancholic emotions, but the pangs remain part of the music.

All of the synths on This Fun Might Kill Us are well-curated to mingle and contrast with one another. The gentler, more enfolding sonic elements are balanced with rougher or more hopeful sounds to form a cohesive sound. I enjoy the multiplicity of emotions and sensations that the different synths produce.

I’ll also add that I’m drawn to the way in which Chatterless can evoke feelings with instrumental synth music. Just because the music isn't produced by acoustic instruments doesn’t mean that it can’t still create emotion. I feel that Chatterless shows a good deal of skill in using synth sounds to produce expressive music.

My Favourite Tracks Analyzed

"Today Is Tomorrow” comes to life as the sound of a door being shut is joined by glittering synth flashing to life. Rounded, nasal-sounding synth drifting as fat, dense bass bounces in a dynamic pattern. The snare drum forms an active beat as it intertwines with the bass. High, flickering synth carries a roaming melodic line over the hard-hitting drums.

Full-sounding synth interacts with a glowing higher synth sound in a drifting line that lends it a pleasingly desolate sensation. Underneath it, thick bass throbs and strong drums provide a guiding beat. Glimmering, elevated synth wriggles and twines through the track before soothing synth flows into quiet.

Powerful bass pulses in an uneven line underneath ticking drums to commence “Balcony Views.” A soft focus synth trickles in easily moving cascades as a guitar-like synth flows. now full, rich synth moves in a gently pulsating and caressing pattern.

Shining, guitar-like synth sings out in a wonderfully calming melody. Warm synth glides as thick bass bounces below it. Smooth-sounding synth moves in undulating ripples while a higher, more diffuse synth carries the tranquil melody and the taut, flickering higher synth fades out.

“This  Fun Might Kill Us” starts as gleaming, faintly rough synth slips and ticking drums pulse. Broad, string-like synth trembles as it carries a melody full of dreamy emotion above a massively throbbing drum and bass heartbeat. Smoother, medium-low synth with a resonant quality takes up the hopeful melody. Arpeggios slowly revolve and the drums and bass effectively anchor the music as they throb.

Glistening arpeggios whirl until the track flows into a segment in which peace-filled, tender synth drifts. Drums tick again as elevated, softly touching notes sound and cascading arpeggios twirl below the feathery melody as the drumbeat guides the track before silence falls as sparkling chimes fade.

Softened synth flows along with elevated sparkles to start “Immortal Surfer.”  Slowly pulsing, solid bass is joined by unevenly throbbing snare drum and a lightly touching hi hat.  Luscious golden-toned synth slides through the music, radiating a sense of compassion that draws me in.

Drums drop out as a medium-high, hollow synth carries a tenuous melodic line below sparkling arpeggios. Rebounding drums and rich bass form a shaping pulse below the airily flickering melody. There’s a breathy ease that mingles hope and something aching in the melody before the track ends.

“Room Service” opens with muffled sounds that flow as glimmering synth sings out a positive melody as drums sharply scrape and tick, effectively supporting the melody’s hopeful emotions.

Now the full drum kit hits to propel the music forward as breathy chimes drift ethereally above the melody as it shines with encouraging light. Rich bass bubbles up to support the other musical elements while drums shape the music. Far above, airy panpipes breathe with pacific light in contrast to the more energetic melody.

A wave washes through and the drums fade briefly before tapping back into action. The main melody sings as the panpipes exhale calmly and the drumbeat ticks along while a wave washes again and silence falls.

Evenly rippling arpeggios spin out in a steadily moving wave to bring “Sunset Flow” into being. Sparkling synth adds a glinting light and the drums move in, propelling the track with lively motion. Nasal-sounding, ringing synth flashes out in twinkling light. I enjoy the way in which the main melody is delicate, but imbued with yearning.

The throbbing drumbeat and lush bass move the track forward as they pulsate far below. There’s a thoughtfulness in the main melody as continually swirling arpeggios add depth while the drums press on and the bass uplifts the track. Medium-high, glistening synth sings out tenderly as the beat and bass drive on to a conclusion.

Conclusion

This Fun Might Kill Us is synth music with expression and feeling at its heart. Chatterless has skilfully woven together synth sounds to make the listener feel intense emotion. I enjoy being transported on this delicate, melancholy journey upon which I am taken by the music.

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Powerkørd - Retrocede

Review by Karl Magi

Overall Album Impressions

Powerkørd’s Retrocede is a tale of danger, darkness and a glimmer of light trying to break through. The album combines strong melodies with well chosen synth sounds, intimidating bass and dominating drumbeats to produce intense musical imagery. I enjoy the aural tale that Powerkørd weaves as this sonic journey carries forward.

Powerkørd’s melodies on Retrocede have clarity and expression woven into them. I enjoy the way in which each melody unfolds a small story within an individual track, contributing to the overall album arc. The emotions and imagery contained within them are engaging and dramatic in a way that enhances the storytelling aspect of the music.

Synths have an enormous capacity for creating wildly varied sonic palettes and Retrocede showcases that capacity well. Powerkørd has carefully drawn together a mixture of snarling, flowing, shining and textural synth sounds. He layers and interweaves, contrasts and complements different synths as he tells us the album’s story.

The mass and heft of the bass and the percussion on Retrocede contribute to the portentous, endangered sensations that fill the music. There’s an ominpresent shadow that lurks in the album’s underpinnings and helps lend the tracks a sense that some imminent threat is about to manifest itself.

My Favourite Tracks Analyzed

"Waiting In Darkness” begins as a steady drone with a tinge of threat is joined by gruff, sharp synths slowly moving in echoing notes that rise and fall. A thick bass pulse adds weight and anchors the track as rippling, medium-high digital synth arpeggiates and reverberates in minor key lines.

Now arpeggios spin continuously over steadily throbbing, dense bass as cosmic sound whorls drift out above it. Medium-low, rough-edged synth carries an energizing, dramatic melody that slices with well-crafted triumph above a bass oscillation and in between haunted, higher notes that fade away as the track ends.

Buzzing notes tremble ominously as they writhes above gritty bass and below hollow, distant synth to start “Incarcerated.” Fat, trumpet-like synth carries a melody that’s both delicate and agonized as the drums smoothly throb. A thick bass oscillation moves the music below the shifting, airy, open-voiced synth.

Medium-high, nasal-sounding synth dances in oboe-like, gentle arpeggios that grow in volume and glow as they flutter in a pleasingly melancholy line. Muted, rounded trumpeting synth carries a slowly hurting melody while shining notes gleam above the slightly corrugated bass and smoothly guiding drums. The track ends on the hollowness and float.

“The Brotherhood” opens as flashing, metallic synth cascades in rapidly intertwining, rushing notes.  Massive synth flows underneath in huge, charging slabs while heavy bass rises and a propulsive snare and kick drum combo are joined by flourishing toms.

Crushing synth walls are cut by glittering, elevated synth gliding above colossal bass and towering synth. I enjoy the majesty of that gigantic synth sound. The bass is thick below medium-high, nasal sounding synth with a wobbling quality that carries a victorious, rushing melody.

The main melody adds an urgent feeling above rippling bass and steady hi hat pulse. Interlocking, wildly spinning synth falls and the kick drum and hi hat add shape while the huge synth flows out and silence falls.

Tranquil synth slips into the music above rich bass, carrying a pained and soothing melody tinged by a wistful, fragile chime to begin “Guided By A Fallen Star.” A smooth snare drum and light hi hat add percussive direction below the tremulous, airy melody that beautifully creates a peaceful sensation.

Starry synth dreams above the lightly touching drums as they shape the music.  Warmly singing, high synth floats out in a reassuring melody that runs soft hands over the soul as the drums steadily flutter. Tumbling, flickering synth sparkles above the lead synth melody, so full of calming and settling emotion. The melody drifts alone above the bass before ending.

“Join the Fold” commences as sinister bass pulses with blunt force, heavy with dark intent. A high sound ramps up and  heavily hitting drums intertwine with gnarly bass to create slowly propulsive motion.  Gritty, medium-low synth effectively carries a melody both tragic and triumphant above the great weight below it.

Drums batter and funky bass adds a strong groove as hard-edged lead synth carries a weighty, muscled melody. The melody’s wild movement reaches upwards with yearning nobility as massive drums crash and the dark bass surges. A smoother, airier secondary synth roams in a wistful melodic line.

Now the track drifts into a gentle segment in which metallic, digital-sounding synth trembles below bright notes illuminating the interlocking bass and drums. Shimmering, chiming synth carries a lambent  melodic pattern with a melancholy tinge. Smoothly swirling synth shines above the drum and bass propulsion before silence falls.

Reverberant, glowing synth slowly ripples into “The Shadow Dance” with a hint of troubled emotion as it is hit by a threatening, jagged bass wave that shivers far below. The bass forms a rushing throb as elevated arpeggios slowly turn. Metallic percussion adds a clashing feeling above the  seething, gruff bass.

Arpeggios flash warning as a high, fluting sound cuts in.  After a gong sounds, victorious synth trumpets as a chorus of shadowy voices calls out and jangling percussion throbs. The entire track does a superb job of conveying staggering power and a sense of dominant danger before silence falls.

“Under Thundering Skies” opens as thunder cracks and rain pours. Battering bass oscillates rapidly as a snare drum rushes into a speeding beat. Assaulting synth slabs growl in a dynamic pattern and smoother, shimmering synth dances out in a surprisingly uplifting melodic line.

Throbbing drums and urgent bass add intense motion and strength. Now gliding, hollow synth dances in a melody that has a hint of aching and a caressing feeling above the driving weight underneath it. There’s a lonely quality in the glittering synth that I appreciate.

Steady choral sound  flows as the hard-edged drums and massive bass shape the swirling main melody.  Drums keep pressing on as rounded, brassy synth howls with an energetic melody, tinged with threat. After a drum flourish, truly huge synth rumbles above bass motion and silence falls.

Soothing synth flows, as a darker synth hints at troubled feelings to start “Retrocede.” Bursting, gargantuan synth flares out in a towering wall as a pounding kick drum heaves underneath it and reverent sounds flow. A snare drum moves along with muscled bass as a flowing, smooth synth slides in above it.

After a drum fill, the track drives on with lightly drifting, worshipful synth above the dangerous weight below it. I am drawn to the strength of those contrasting elements. Medium-low, shimmering synth sings out a propulsive, yearning melody as it climbs.

Gently reverent synth flows and powerful drums and bass shove forward with slow strength. High, open-voiced synth adds a hurting, but dreamy melody before the track ends.

Conclusion

Retrocede takes a rich, layered approach to synth music that is combined with strong melodic sensibilities, a flair for the dramatic and sonic storytelling. Powerkørd has a knack for unfolding a tale through music and I enjoy being taken on that journey.

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