Memoria
hfn, 2022
9/10
The veteran electronic artist Trentemøller never disappoints, and these 14 tracks are no exception as the Danish musician explores discovery, eloquence, recitation and rhetoric in his inimitable vision.
“Veil Of White” opens the listen with a warm atmosphere of soft hazy instrumentation against wordless vocals as a soothing quality enters the cozy electronica, and “No More Kissing In The Rain” follows with a louder climate of punchy drumming and dreamy melodies that you can’t not adore.
Halfway through, “The Rise” flows with a ghostly demeanor that’s a bit haunting, while “When The Sun Explodes” brings beats, quick drumming and an ambient charm that buzzes and radiates with an incredible glow.
Moving towards the end, “Drifting Star” recruits plenty of fuzzy synth for the extremely pretty and ethereal album highlight, and “Linger” exits the listen with intimacy and exploration balanced in the meticulous and alluring song craft.
As with all Trentemøller releases, Memoria is rooted in electronic manipulation, but also hints at indie, alt-rock and post-punk ideas, and the blurred vocals, intricate bass chords and unpredictable drumming makes for a career highlight.
Travels well with: Kasper Bjorke- Fool; Lusine- The Waiting Room