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Chewed Corners

Mike Paradinas · 2013

57 min · 14 tracks · drum and bass

A kaleidoscopic blend of glitchy textures and intricate rhythms creates a dreamlike sonic landscape throughout the album.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Taikon Start here — Opening with a rich tapestry of layered sounds, this track sets the tone for the entire album with its immersive textures and rhythmic complexity.
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    Melting Bas — This track highlights Paradinas's skill in blending melodic elements with intricate beats, creating an engaging atmosphere that evolves throughout its runtime.
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    Weakling Paradinas — Closing the album, this lengthy piece encapsulates the avant-garde spirit of the record, offering a reflective moment that ties together its thematic explorations.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with resolution
  • deep listening for intricate details
  • kaleidoscopic soundscapes
  • dynamic progression throughout album

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer straightforward, immediate tracks
  • seek high-energy party vibes

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Critical Peak — Showcases innovative soundscapes, marking a high point in Paradinas's artistic evolution.
Themes
dreamlike landscapes· glitchy textures· immersive soundscapes
Career context
By the time 'Chewed Corners' was released in 2013, Mike Paradinas was well-established in the electronic music scene. This album arrived after his influential work as μ-Ziq and represented a continuation of his exploration into experimental sounds following his previous release, 'Just Another Album' in 2008.
Stylistic neighbors
Aphex Twin· Boards of Canada· Squarepusher

Tracklist

  • 1 Taikon Start here 5:16
  • 2 Christ Dust 3:01
  • 3 Wipe 4:42
  • 4 Monyth 1:45
  • 5 Twangle Melkas 2:49
  • 6 Melting Bas 3:36
  • 7 Houzz 10 5:31
  • 8 Feeble Minded 4:30
  • 9 Hug 2:57
  • 10 Mountain Island Boner 4:08
  • 11 Tickly Flanks 3:30
  • 12 Smooch 3:41
  • 13 Gunnar 4:37
  • 14 Weakling Paradinas 7:33

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