Astral Jade casts a haunting, dreamy spell across the debut album OpalEssence. Amongst its highlights are the tracks “daydream deathnote” and “unbecome,” both impressing in their grasp of atmosphere and melodic momentum. “daydream deathnote” unfolds with sleepier captivation, easing in slowly as lethargic guitar trickles complement sporadic shimmering and daydream-referencing lyricism. A bass-y darkness weaves in prior to the first minute, melding throughout with the atmospheric guitars and click-clacking rhythmic subtleties for a strong atmospheric entrancement.
“unbecome” is another standout, this time unveiling a delectably heavier side of Astral Jade. Spacey synths and higher-pitched vocals emit ghostly chills, jangling into whooshing effects and organ-like pulsations as the second half approaches. Gargled bass and immersive vocal layers enthrall into the conclusion, marking another firm success on an album with an abundance of them.
Stream these two tracks and the rest of the excellent OpalEssence, below:
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These and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist.
