Solar X – Masters Of Meanders (Digital Album – Ant-Zen)
Russian artist Roman Belavkin released most of his work during the 1990s. In recent years, some of his music has resurfaced sporadically, and this album serves as a kind of compilation, featuring tracks that previously appeared on various compilations as well as some unreleased material. In total, the album features eight songs.
The sound of Solar X is raw and Experimental, yet also very fluid, which makes the overall experience quite accessible. The rhythmic sections certainly contribute to this accessibility. Additionally, Belavkin employs an impressive arsenal of sounds and effects, ensuring the music never becomes monotonous.
Straddling the line between musician and researcher, this work feels like a fusion of experimental and progressive music. (Rating:7).
Listen to “Beatsy”:
About Solar X
Solar X is Roman Belavkin, born January 9, 1971 in Moscow, Russia, who has also recorded as Outremer. Belavkin is described as a pioneer of post-perestroika Russian electronic music, working in IDM, electro and experimental electronica. His catalogue spans labels including Ant-Zen, Hymen Records and Galaxiid, drawing mainly on recordings made during the 1990s that have resurfaced on later compilations. “Masters Of Meanders” continues that pattern, gathering eight tracks that combine previously compiled material with unreleased recordings.
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