#glassbeadgames

[herrrobert]

Audio Diary 233/365/2021

[beats-and-bites]

[lenta08]

[theecurator]

MONDAY VIBES

[every-day-happy]

[hypezdaytoz]

four tet and martyn producing gold as per

[humanculi]

"Glassbeadgames" by Martyn and Four Tet.

[corruptrhythm]

"Evoking all those raving memories of yesteryear"

  Martyn and Four Tet continue to improve on their already extensive catalogue with their latest EP - ‘Forgiveness’.

As the glockenspiel skips out playfully over the opening bars it already feels like Martyn’s onto a winner with his latest EP. On ‘Glassbeadgames’, his and fellow producer Four Tet’s ability to present raw eclectic rhythms and grooves is combined with an astute adherence to fantastic production values. The vocals interject effortlessly over the rhythm and brilliantly simple bass line, evoking all those raving memories of yesteryear.

'Secrets' rolls cheekily into the ear drums and for the first half of the second track on the EP it feels like Martyn almost dares to stroll into familiar territory. By the end you are wondering why he chose to start off in such formulaic fashion. As the track reaches its halfway point a beautifully eerie, hauntingly smooth collection of violins cascade over the listener, soothing and unnerving, pulling and teasing, providing a conflict over whether to dance or just stop and savour the moment. One of those rare moments in dance music when a track reaches its conclusion far too soon.

'Forgiveness Step 3' sees Martyn return to what he’s best at - providing a veritable smorgasbord of different auditory textures and rhythms. The trademark rolling drums contribute to a unique groove that’s bound to get the feet tapping and the heads nodding. Although not as strong as the other two tracks on the EP, Martyn builds the atmosphere subtly and as the EP draws to a close, one is left feeling uplifted and hungering for more. Overall this is a great EP and is perfect for those who want to get the crowd moving whilst also showing off their eclectic tastes.

Take a listen to the first two tracks via the soundcloud widget above.

- SD