PsychoDreamElectroGaze
Waddafuzz/Shoredive/No Me Escucho, 2024
9/10
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The solo project of Lorenzo Parisini, as Bear Of Bombay the multi-instrumentalist lands somewhere around dream-pop, electronica, New Wave and psychedelia across these 9 distinct songs.
“Tears From Space” starts the fun with dense buzzing and frisky percussive sounds, where the animated synth welcomes Clustersun for waves of New Wave nods, and “Movin’ On” follows with a charming, electronica fueled moment you could and should dance to that emits smooth vocals.
Halfway through, The Mystic Morning is present on “A New Wonder”, where soft melodies float amid the beats, while “Close Your Eyes” comes with an ethereal backdrop to suit the punchy electronics and intimate singing.
“The Castles” and “Be Your Blood” exit the listen. The former is a punchy and atmospheric album highlight, and the latter is more reserved, emotive and finishes on a creative and memorable vision.
It won’t be hard to spot Krautrock, synthpop and post-punk influences here, as Bear Of Bombay turns in a nostalgic yet modern approach of colorful melodica.
Travels well with: Mr. Diagonal- Join The Dots; La Cozna- Ni Nuit Ni Jour