Standing just slightly above the mushroom empire and literally caught in a whirlpool of matter, people altogether hold onto what's closest to ensure their survival - and what they end up touching is Uzu ni Naru, the debut mini-album by Japanese band Kinoko Teikoku. Containing 7 tracks chock full of dream pop, shoegazing, and indie flourishes, the 2012 release is sentimental as it is forthright in personality while somehow giving off a nuanced air throughout its length. From the angelic vocal harmonies to the very busy and simultaneously effervescent instrumentation, simply calling Uzu ni Naru a "beautiful" offering doesn't do the material on board justice. The bass work supplied by Shigeaki Taniguchi and the airy production befitting the sound these guys are going for is the icing on the cake.
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