Captivating atmospheres, infectious anthems, balanced perfection. Today we travel through contemplative valleys, explore gloomy cliffs and climb breathtaking peaks.
Martin Kohlstedt – YOR
YOR is the name of the latest fragment in the repertoire of experimental German pianist Martin Kohlstedt. But there is little piano to be heard; it is a synthetic, expansive composition that stretches weightlessly into infinity, driven by a contrast between steady rhythm and meandering melodies.
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ZART – Evil Father’s Hand
With the sombre Evil Father’s Hand, Swiss duo ZART heralds their debut album Forced Recollection. A booming beat broods underground, forming the foundation for a pitch-black slowcore piece that draws equally on trip hop and dark wave. The result is a densely woven, gloomy atmosphere.