New York-based artist known for bending sonic realities, AUTiSM presents the long-awaited remastered edition of his highly regarded album, Neverberator. Originally released more than two decades ago as a limited CD print, this groundbreaking record is finally available to a wider audience, showcasing its forward-thinking and timeless sound. The album effortlessly combines elements from various decades and styles, making it both a new and old experience in the world of electronic music.
The journey through Neverberator begins with “Old Tape Monofreak,” a playful and rhythmic track that sets the tone with its shuffling percussion, intricate instrumental shots and grooving bass guitar plcuks and slaps. AUTiSM’s ability to create a lo-fi avant-garde soundscape becomes apparent from the start, captivating listeners with its distinctive charm. As the album progresses, tracks like “The First Drunk on Mars” embrace a hazy downtempo ambiance, featuring intricate drum patterns and swelling synth tones that transport the listener to an otherworldly realm.
“Upper Stream” takes the listener on a spacey trip hop-inspired voyage, combining a laid-back beat, swirling sonic textures, and sparse vocal samples. This sonic exploration crafts a warm atmosphere and mesmerising sound that immerses the listener in its ethereal beauty. Another standout track, “Dullgreen,” showcases AUTiSM’s unique rhythms and piquant instrumental textures, creating an enchanting sonic aesthetic that pushes boundaries and captivates the imagination.
The album’s closing piece, “Acute Angels,” is a hypnotic composition that features warbling synth tones, a gently driving beat that builds to punch with more intensity, and bright top-end instrumental textures. It serves as a fitting conclusion to the record, leaving the listener in a state of sonic awe. Each track on Neverberator carries its own distinct flavour, providing a cohesive yet diverse experience that showcases AUTiSM’s mastery of sound design and composition.
AUTiSM, also known as Vadim Militsin, reflects on the making of Neverberator as his last ‘European’ album, both geographically and sonically. Settling in New York City in 2000, Vadim’s musical journey took a different path. The album reflects the influence of renowned alternative electronic artists from the Old World, such as Autechre, while also presenting Vadim’s own unique sonic signature. With a special sound processing technique employed during its creation, Neverberator stands as a timeless showcase of AUTiSM’s innovation and dedication to sonic exploration.
The remastered edition of Neverberator breathes new life into this seminal work, with Bill Sellar at Super Audio Mastering ensuring its sound purity. Available digitally on major platforms and with a vinyl LP release scheduled to drop in the future, AUTiSM’s Neverberator is a must-listen for fans of electronic music and a welcome rediscovery for those seeking a sonic adventure like no other. The album’s visionary blend of underwater themes, innovative sound processing and haunting atmospheres will leave listeners captivated from start to finish.
Listen to Neverberator (2023 Remaster) below
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