The Lazy Revolution
Noja, 2021
9/10
The solo project of Enzo Pepi, who has been a major player in the post-rock/noise scene of Sicily for decades, as Daydream Three he recorded this album studio live, and brought in Vincenzo Arisco (Walmus Brothers) on drums, and Christian Cutrufo (Twig Infection) to play bass.
“In The Air” starts the listen with dense buzzing as thick melodies enter the noisy rock template, and “1992” follows and brings some post-punk ideas that sound like they could have been created in 1992 and placed on a mixtape with Sonic Youth.
Elsewhere, “The Lazy Revolution” pairs strategic fuzz with subtle pop moments in the tuneful racket, while “Chemistry Is Ok” gets a little darker in spirit before settling into a dynamic and smooth delivery. “I Want Nothing More”, the album’s best, then displays soft singing alongside dreamy instrumentation that’s quite hypnotic.
Near the end, “The Silence Of The Country” offers a hushed, almost meditative quality amid angular guitar work that might remind you of a Rob Crow project, and “The Road” exits the listen with intimacy and warmth explored in Pepi’s inimitable vision.
A very interesting effort that’s suitable for those who prefer firm music but who also those don’t shy away from melody, Daydream Three’s brand of sturdy indie-rock and harmonic post-rock make every track here worthy of repeated listens.
Travels well with: Pulsar Ensemble- Bizarre City; Beingmoved- Smiles And Bigger Hearts