Ziúr’s “Eyeroll”: A Journey through Experimental Soundscapes
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#ziúrBerlin’s own Ziúr, celebrated for her unique improvisational techniques, proudly releases her latest work, “Eyeroll.” A masterpiece that transcends genre boundaries, this album is a testament to the producer’s determination to create beyond conventional constraints. Drawing from her own experiences and surroundings rather than conforming to the limitations of nationality, Ziúr demonstrates her commitment to a personal artistic journey.
Deliberately elusive, “Eyeroll” presents a challenge to its listeners. The album is a labyrinth of unsettled rhythm sections, replete with tracks such as “Move On,” highlighting staggering drums that conjure images of a novice driver’s clutch controls. The unsteady rhythms of “Pique” and the title track “Eyeroll” further emphasize this unease. The immersive experience doesn’t end with instrumentation; tracks like “Cut Cut Quote” punctuate the soundscape with squeals and fabric-tearing echoes, painting an auditory picture of Bruce Banner’s transformation into the Hulk.
While some might conveniently label her works as experimental IDM, the album “Eyeroll” defies this straightforward definition. This enigmatic collection, far from simply being another IDM record, delves into the realms of industrial and folk, echoing the distinct sounds reminiscent of an Eartheater album. The LP welcomes an array of artists, each adding their unique sonic signatures, resulting in tracks that seem raw and spontaneously woven.
The haunting vocals throughout the album resonate with its rough-hewn spirit. From the poignant desperation in Abdullah Miniawy’s “Malikan” backed by intense brass arrangements to the weighty tones of Iceboy Violet on “Move On,” each voice adds layers to the intricate mosaic that Ziúr has crafted. Even in the album’s lighter moments, the humor remains shrouded in a sense of dry wit. Take for example “Partygoodtime,” where Ledef from House Of Kenzo recalls the sardonic energy of Kurt Cobain’s MTV Unplugged performance.
Ziúr’s ingenuity shines beyond the tracks, evident in the creative processes she adopted. Using out-of-the-box techniques like scratching, scraping, and tapping rototoms, she ensures the uniqueness of her sonic footprints. Elvin Brandhi’s versatile vocals bring another layer of depth to the album, moving effortlessly through a gamut of emotions. Concluding with shimmering synths in “Hasty Revisionism” and the soothing notes of “Lacrymaturity,” the album finds tranquility after a tempestuous journey.
Her debut offering, “U Feel Anything?”, was an exploration of her thought process, devoid of any fixed musical genre. In contrast, her second LP was crafted for the nonconformists. With “Eyeroll,” Ziúr reaffirms her place among avant-garde musicians, embracing the margins of the musical world where she resonates most vibrantly.
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