Natalie Patrick
Crystal Ash‘s latest EP, “PrisM² ◭,” stands as an awe-inspiring testament to the boundless possibilities of sonic experimentation. With six tracks spanning just 18 minutes and 39 seconds, Ash takes listeners on a whirlwind tour through musical dimensions seldom explored.
The standout feature of this EP is undoubtedly the production. Ash‘s mastery of sound manipulation is on full display, weaving a tapestry of soundscapes that feels both alien and intimately relatable. Each track is an exploration of texture and atmosphere, embracing distortion, reverb, and unconventional instrumentation with daring abandon. “PrisM² ◭” is like a sonic kaleidoscope, offering a new perspective with each twist and turn.
The EP’s opener, “1024K Magic,” a thrilling ride through glitchy hip-hop beats and intricate percussion, immediately immersing the listener into an otherworldly sonic realm. “Technologic” ventures into darker, bass-heavy territories, while “Murikami Flowers” experiments with time signatures and glitchy effects.
PrisM² ◭” is a testament to Crystal Ash’s innovative approach to music production. Each track is a glimpse into her musical laboratory, where she concocts sonic experiments that sound both avant-garde and accessible. The EP’s brief duration is a tease for more, leaving listeners eager for what Crystal Ash will conjure next.
In just 18 minutes and 39 seconds, “PrisM² ◭” succeeds in transporting us to a realm where music knows no bounds, serving as a shining example of the power of artistic evolution and musical experimentation.
