Girondolini releases debut album

Girondolini‘s debut self-titled album is an eclectic blend of sounds and styles that will take listeners on a wild ride through the world of experimentalism. The brainchild of Vienna-based drummer and producer July Skone, the album is the product of two years of recording and producing. With a mashup of styles and genres that fall somewhere between hip-hop, big beat and electronic, the album is a diverse and varied offering that delivers on Skone’s desire to create something authentic and uncompromising.

The album’s opening track, “Breathe Deep”, sets the tone for the rest of the album with its gritty beat driven sound and powerful vocal leads. Skone’s proclivity for left-field experimentalism is immediately apparent, and this theme runs throughout the album’s attention-grabbing rap rock, chaotic pop and tacit instrumentals. The album’s textures, harmonies, melodies and beats are all special, thanks to the care that runs through them. The humanity and complexity of these elements make Girondolini a truly impressive debut record.

The album’s four singles feature vocal features by Premrock from New York, Harry-Dean Lewis from Melbourne, and Eloui from Switzerland, adding to the diversity of the album with the featured artists bringing their own flair to Girondolini’s unique sound. The songs are danceable, groovy, and introspective, providing a range of moods and emotions that listeners can connect with.

Skone’s drumming skills are on full display throughout the album, and his use of other instruments such as e-bass, Hammond organ, analog and digital synths, and piano add depth and complexity to the sound. The album’s production is top-notch, and Skone’s attention to detail is evident in every track.

For additional mix and master, Skone teamed up with Sam Irl, who played all the tracks through his analog Studer mixing desk and Studer Tape machine after reamping sounds via a bunch of old vintage gear. The result is a warm and rich sound that complements the album’s experimental nature.

Overall, Girondolini is a bold and daring debut album that showcases Skone’s musical prowess and experimental spirit. It’s a wild and varied ride through the world of experimental hip hop music, and provides thrilling twists throughout resulting in a rewarding and enriching experience that’s sure to leave a lasting impression. Girondolini has provided us with a gateway to escape into a world of sonic exploration and experimentation, and it’s a journey that’s well worth taking.

Listen to Girondolini below