Background/Info:
Tropic Of Coldness is an
Italian -American duo who met in Brussels. They already released a few albums
and are now back on track –one year after the “Framed Waves”-album released on
Glacial Movement.
Content:
The sound universe of the
duo hasn’t really changed. Cinematographic passages constructed by electronics,
field recordings and guitar play create a sonic universe filled with
prosperity. Both last cuts are somewhat darker, but still reflect a peaceful
sensation.
+ + + :
“Maps Of Reason” is
exactly what you might from ambient music: a relaxing effect that take you away
for a moment of total evasion. The tracks have something warm and comfortable
although there’s a part of mystery hanging over the work. The field recordings
are essential to this opus. They feel like little sonic details, which are
accentuating this mysterious and sometimes darker touch. Last, but not least, I
also like the artwork of this album, which is made of cardboard.
– – – :
I don’t see a real
evolution with the previous album. There’s nothing new, but if you like this
project you won’t complain.
Conclusion:
“Maps Of Reason” feels
like touched by the magic of Hypnos… a world of sweet dreams!
Best songs:
“The Loss Of Empathy”,
“Diving For Pearls”.
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