Like a conversation slowly turning into a conflict, Impasse delivers a
captivating escalation almost tipping over into complete chaos.A carefully
constructed epic of roaring synths and a growingly impatient orchestra that
just manages to keep its soundscape in check.
Impasse manages to explore a rather eclectic combination of emotions ranging
from the complete despair of the brass section to the almost hopeful and
calming synth bass during the crescendo. When it can’t hold it together
anymore it starts to slow down to a perfectly ethereal ending just when you
need it.
The song is a love letter to those days spent on your favorite little side projects while the rain pours outside. Named after the city Hachijoji in the outskirts of Tokyo where Tryphn studied abroad and spent many days soldering electronics while the rain poured.
“Hachioji” is an optimistic and homey 3 minute layered and chopped guitar solo playfully accompanied by percussion & synths. This second release does a confident 180’ turn towards the east with clear inspiration from artists like Dustin Wong, Takako Minakawa as well as Korean Mid-Air Thief.
Reminiscent of summer vacations and odd train stations, the first track, Late Check-in is a homage to wandering in new cities while trying to find your way. The odd syncopation in the percussion captures the feeling of being out of place while being exactly where you want to be.
The second track’s unapologetic trumpet part justifies its name Eggshell fine, barely hanging on and almost out of breath. The song is a clear celebration of early 10s experimental electronica while nodding its hat towards the orchestral with an ever present brass section supporting it.