Philadelphia-based artist Pork Bun consistently impresses across Within a Hill on Bridge Road, showcasing an array of both gently caressing lushness and colorful synth-pop excitement. The reflective, melodic sound enthralls, drawing inspiration from ambient, downtempo, and hard techno.
The relaxing sound of water-trickling and a gently chiming synth radiates on the opening “Rat Pond.” A swell of synth effervescence arises around mid-point, ushering in a twinkling charm that aligns enjoyably with a slight percussive infusion. The project’s atmospheric strengths are evident right away here, and the subsequent “Quartz Foundation” moves with similarly compelling immersion. Illuminated synth pads and a playfully sporadic lead conjoin with seamlessly serene engrossment.
The album continues to envelop thereafter, both in the calmer spectrums — like the rain-drop spaciousness of “Zen-like DMV” — to perkier successes like “Tripping Up a Ladder,” where colorful synths intertwine amidst a bouncy rhythmic flair, and the rapid spoken-word pacing of “Too Quiet.” “The History of Stocking Beer” is another highlight, excelling in its intensifying synth brightness and nostalgic glow. Within a Hill on Bridge Road is a delightful electronic success from Pork Bun.
The track is also featured in the genre-based, best-of Spotify compilation Emerging Electronic. Stream the playlist below:
We discovered this release via MusoSoup, as part of the artist’s promotional campaign.
