daFigz™

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The track list comes in two iterations. The simple numeric example posted here and the one on the Bandcamp page that spells out each track time. E.g., Track Two is Five Fifty Eight yet plays for 06:01 minutes. It is a fun record. Weird. Left Field. Whatever you want to label the music as, represent it in your mind because it's your mind, you dig? Ben Edwards, aka Benge, used the following equipment: Moog Modular 3C, Minimoog, EMS VCS3, Akai S950 sampler, Emu Emulator 2, Yamaha CS40M, ... read more

Essentially, this album is a twenty-year compilation of analog synthesizers designed to expose the listener to each instrument's distinct sound. I find the album conceptually succeeds in presenting the chronology of machines from the late 60s to the late 80s, which is a great reference for musicians exploring the use of electronics in their music. Quoting Brian Eno, who said, "A brilliant contribution to the archaeology of electronic music," should serve as a solid invitation to ... read more

AOTY's @Coconut00 stated my sentiment as I find myself waxing nostalgic for the 80s synth sounds- especially from maverick composers such as Vince Clark & Neil Arthur. Quoting AllMusic's Liam Martin, "Together (Doublespeak) they indulge in reimagining their favorite tracks by stripping them back to analog electronic versions," is exactly what the trio accomplished. The opening track, "Back To Nature," is decent enough as a Fad Gadget cover. Benge (Ben Edwards) ... read more

I discovered that by staring at the cover art for at least 60 seconds, the Koi fish suddenly appears three-dimensional. This optical illusion invites you to interpret what you see, encouraging critical thinking and personal insight. Of course, if I stare at the sweetie at the grocery store long enough, ugh, she'll call the store security, who, in turn, will roughly shove me around until I go mental and, with a single thumb thrust, end the aggression. Now, class, in your own words, which ... read more