ARTIST(S): Edit Select
TITLE: Cyclical Undulations
CAT NO.: SOMALP118
LABEL: Soma Records
RELEASE DATE: NOW
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I used to write about what a record sounds like. It used to be fun. As the years go on it’s a lot more engaging to write about how something makes you ‘feel’ – even if it’s just for a passing temporal moment. It’s been raining here in Brisbane, Australia, for a few days. This was the perfect soundtrack for driving in the rain, getting out of the car and putting the headphones back on as you went through phases of being soaked with the umbrella throwing off any residual. That’s what ‘Above Ground’ felt like in that place. It’s a captivating piece of electronic music. ‘Two Step Phase’ is an extension on that thought, though ‘Undulation’ is the real kicker on this record. There are other solid dance floor contributions on this release but that made me feel the serious vibe the most. Finally, and it’s one of the most important – ‘Towards The E’ creates a full circle on the experience. There’s an authentic air of finality to it. It’s a beautiful sonic expedition and summarises the story of the entire journey aptly.
I hope it stays on both the dance floor, and in listener’s lounge rooms as the sun sets on 2018. It definitely warrants it.
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Elliot Clarke, Saturday March 10, 2018