Has some truly stunning bits, but suffers from similar problems to ~~~: namely questionable sequencing and a lack of fluidity between tracks. 1 is a nice short vocal sample that sets the listener into a contemplative mood, getting them ready for the absolutely stunning 2, a superb ambient drone jam with gradual additions of endlessly reverberated vocals that have a bit of a Dead Can Dance vibe to them. At that point I was pumped for this, but then the transition to the chimey synthey 3 is really not so great, although once the vocals kick in it becomes quite beautiful. 6-7 which are much more ambient and ethereal vocals-based like 2 would have fit a lot more there imo, especially 7 with its lovely tape hiss and repetitive piano which makes for a rather flat album conclusion. Instead before that we have echoed chimes on 4 for too long (should have been an interlude imo), and 5 which features drums and is relatively cool but that kind of ruptures with the overall ambient vibe. Same comment as with ~~~: some fantastic potential, but not quite there from an album perspective. 3.5
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