The Asymptotical World
Yves Tumor · 2021
18 min · 6 tracks
A kaleidoscopic blend of experimental pop and avant-garde textures envelops the listener in a dreamlike sonic landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Jackie — This track opens the album with a captivating mix of rhythmic complexity and haunting melodies, setting a tone that resonates throughout the project.
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Crushed Velvet — With its lush instrumentation and introspective lyrics, Crushed Velvet exemplifies Tumor's skill in merging vulnerability with bold sonic choices.
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Katrina — Katrina showcases a dynamic shift in mood, combining raw emotion with experimental production techniques that highlight Tumor's artistic range.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases innovative compositions and strong production, maintaining a unique sound throughout.
What we noticed
- The opening track features a layered vocal arrangement that shifts between harmonies and dissonance, creating an unsettling atmosphere.
- Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo changes, with 'Secrecy Is Incredibly Important to the Both of Them' transitioning from a slow build to an intense climax.
- The use of unconventional instrumentation, including electronic elements and found sounds, adds texture and complexity to the soundscape.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Secrecy Is Incredibly Important to the Both of Them
The narrative shifts from an external observation to an intimate reflection on personal truths, revealing layers of complexity in relationships.
This transition deepens the listener's engagement by moving from a general commentary to a specific revelation about human connection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Jackie 2:56
- 2 Crushed Velvet 3:17
- 3 Secrecy Is Incredibly Important to the Both of Them 3:52
- 4 Tuck 2:42
- 5 …and Loyalty Is a Nuisance Child 2:13
- 6 Katrina 3:19
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