Bob Data – Ground (Digital EP – Bob Data)
Bob Data is a solo project by Aleksandrs O. Berzins, whom some may know from other projects such as Irklis, Audioscope, Formā Anonym, and Negative Values. Following two previous EPs—which felt more like mini-albums—he has released this new EP this year, featuring six brand-new tracks.
Bob Data’s sound is rooted in old-school Electro, where vintage textures strongly define the atmosphere. The music is somewhat minimalist, partly because there are no vocals or samples involved, yet it remains highly idiosyncratic. The tracks feel like a fusion of different influences and styles. Overall, the release leans toward Electro-Experimental music with pronounced Ambient elements that transport the listener into a space-like dimension.
I do miss a trace of vocals on this release, which otherwise alternates between several very strong tracks and, unfortunately, two weaker ones. (Rating:7).
Listen to “Kinetic Rush”:
https://bobdata.bandcamp.com/track/kinetic-rush
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