Olaf Stuut - Canopy Conundrum (Atomnation)
Olaf Stuut is a electronic producer based in Amsterdam. There is a celestial element to his sound that transports the listener into dreamlike state, with moods and tones that challenge the listener at different turns. He draws from various genres of electronica that can range from ambient downtempo to primally percussive tech-house. Experimentation and versatility are hallmarks of an artist that offers endless sense of intrigue.
His newest track Canopy Conundrum dropped the other da, preceding the release of his new E.P. Crown Shyness. Peculiar tones stab through the soundscapes that offer spooky vibes reminiscent of Boards of Canada. Deep punchy house grooves that underpin the surreal interplay of the synthesisers. At just under 11 minutes Stuut takes the listener on a journey that while consistently flowing, offers variations between sparse minimalism to teeth baring tenacity. Synths growl at its most aggressive and clattering percussion creates a sense of disruption in the synthetic dreamscape.