Antechamber's tectonic plate shifting grooves are carved into slabs of deep-dyed ochre vinyl. Four new tracks bring uncompromising sounds for the mature palette. Antechamber's sound blends opposing feelings of claustrophobia with a bold transporting musicality that reveals 25 years of perfecting a craft.
The opener, Archaic Idol, is a rude awaking in a foreign land - and alludes to the iconoclasm evident in the shattered panes of the cover artwork by Alcarcia. Track two, Ossulstone lays down the foundations for the new reality. Sparse, rich reverb, allowing the blocks to fall into place as the listener discovers and becomes acclimatized to the new sonic reality.
Opening with an exquisitely dense and profound synth we are plunged into a landscape where Antechamber has free reign to show off skills. Bordering on regimented syncopation, yet with enough space to allow the track to breathe. Susurrus pulses in an organic sense, tapping into a primordial vision.
Remix duties are handled by Lemna (Japan) and Lakker (Ireland). Lemna's take on Archaic Idol opens up the sound. The emotional heart of the original is maintained but with an unexpected direction that rewards the listener with lavish full range mesmerizing intention. Concluding the release, Lakker stamp their unmistakable mark on Ossolstone. A haunting circular bass competes with high-end percussion.
1. Archaic Idol
2. Ossulstone
3. Susurrus
4. Crisis Apparition
5. Archaic Idol (Lemna Remix)
6. Ossulstone (Lakker Remix)