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Wednesday, May 20, 2015
One of my favorite tracks
Today, I would like to share what's currently one of my favorite tracks. It's by monocism, an indie duo that formed sometime in 2005 and released their debut in 2007. They clearly have influences from post-rock, ambient, and shoegaze. Their participation in a Portishead cover album and Sex Pistols' tribute clearly show their rich roots and creativity, and so I really wonder why this gem hasn't more fans. I have both of their albums, which are now hard to find.
What I really like about this song are its underlying, mantra-like motif that weaves through the entire track, the trippy rhythm of the drums, the dreamy vocals and lyrics, and the near-minute-long instrumental jam at the end.
Sometimes, I like the last part so much that I just repeat it over and over again.
