Moving Forward
Self-Released, 2023
9/10
A Paris outfit with a penchant for eclectic ideas, mokroïé bring trip-hop, pop and electronic ideas to these very unique 6 tracks.
The instrumental title track opens the listen with a fluid beat and no lack of atmosphere entering thanks to the buzzing synth and thick bass throbbing, and “Forest Of Uncertainty” follows with a more rock focused moment that welcomes mysterious spoken word amid the electronic nods.
The middle track belongs to “To The Heroes”, where plenty of melodies and cinematic qualities enter the rich and meticulous climate, while the dense “More” features M.A. Jouveaux (Trank) comes with a post-punk meets industrial delivery that welcomes powerful, soulful vocals.
The final 2 tracks are instrumental versions of “Forest Of Uncertainty” and “More”, where dreamy bouts surround the sci-bursts, darker hints and overall stylish, synthetic exploration.
An EP that flirts with soul, jazz and even Afrobeat, this is raw, poetic and pop friendly in iconoclastic ways, and there just isn’t a moment here that’s not exciting and unconventional.
Travels well with: Parquet- Sparkles & Mud; Taughtme- Laugh On Me