Astrocolor
Astrocolor EP
Last Gang Records
Hailing from Victoria, B.C, the electronic band Astrocolor have begun to make some very interesting and unique music, in contrast to their previously released and critically acclaimed Christmas album. This self-titled EP is a precursor to their debut album, which is expected in 2017. Their new music shows that their upcoming full-length album will be a welcome addition to any electronic music fanβs library.
The only problem with this release is the length. It is a short EP (only three songs), and it leaves us wanting more.
The music is instrumental, demanding oneβs attention, and is very cool. By mixing in melody, sounds, electronica, and spoken word (specifically βUna Massive Sunshineβ), this band creates an incredible listening experience.
A lot of instrumental music serves as background, or soundtrack purposes; but this music is meant to be listened to, chilled out to, and/or moved by. For me, it is like listening to Enoβs foray into βdanceβ music in the early β90s. Those CDs may have failed as βdanceβ, but they worked as albums. It is the same with Astrocolor: a great listening experience. Furthermore, the music conjures a feeling of nostalgia (think 90βs electronica) while still being ahead of the curve. Throw in some acid jazz (βSmell of Acid -Righteous Rainbows of Togetherness Remixβ), and you get a general picture. Astrocolor have their own sound and their own music. They may wear their influences on their sleeves, but it is their own.
Now, about the name; come on guys, you are Canadian. Put the βuβ in βcolourβ and it will set you apart from all other bands who are trying to catch up with you.
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