Mid-Air Thief is a group Ive been meaning to check out for a fat minute, but from what I’ve heard from them, they make some of the coolest sounding electronic music I’ve probably ever heard. So I went into this side-project of theirs with some open ears and pretty excited to see what they can do. And this is some pretty damn cool IDM. I do think this album does get a little bit clunky at times, and its not AS cohesive as I think it should be. But still, this album does show some ... read more

ruins

When I listen to this album, I imagine myself standing in the middle of an abandoned amusement park in broad daylight.

What was once all bright neon colors has faded into pastel blues and yellows, softened by years of harsh sungaze. The sounds of birdsong fill the air, echoes of the sounds of screaming children. The grass runs every which way, darting in between the floorboards of old buildings, covering the path, sticking out of the concrete. The old pool water is green, full of life. ... read more

ItsSarahhhh

this will be AOTY. calling it now (this is a new mid air thief project for those who don’t know)

EDIT 5/11/22: OK so it’s not AOTY BUT!!!! it’s a very admirable step forward for the guy that experiments a lot and if you wanted another crumbling you’ll be very disappointed. this album isn’t trying to and doesn’t want to be that. this is more electronic and experimental. there’s tons of moments here tho that personally do a good bit for me and continue ... read more

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