The Force For Good
Neuma, 2025
9/10
In the area of modern chamber sounds, few are as daring and exciting as New York’s Hypecube, who present 2 involved pieces across this debut EP.
Louis Andriessen’s “Hout” opens with bright gestures, where Erin Rogers’ animated sax suits Chris Graham’s playful percussion and Andrea Lodge’s frisky keys for the vibrant climate.
The back half belongs to the title track, by Michael Fiday. It flows across 18+ minutes, and opens with softness and mystery via the precise drumming, and soon after the atmospheric keys, dreamy percussion and Jay Sarce’s meticulous electric guitar build into rich and thoughtful textures of both melodic and firm songwriting.
A really diverse first record, we’re treated to both intense and calm bouts, where rock, jazz, classical and minimalism are all explored with tremendous capabilities.
Travels well with: Thomas DeLio- anti-paysage; Kyle Jones- Dualities