Plumbline's "Endless City / Concrete Garden" is a captivating journey through the realms of intelligent dance music (IDM) and ambient soundscapes, released on July 2, 2013, under the Hydrogen Dukebox label. Spanning a concise yet immersive 48 minutes, this album is a testament to Plumbline's ability to craft intricate, atmospheric tracks that blend rhythmic complexity with soothing, ethereal melodies.
The album opens with "Taking Steps," setting the tone for a collection that seamlessly marries electronic beats with ambient textures. Tracks like "Geometry" and "Codewords" showcase Plumbline's knack for creating intricate, syncopated rhythms that are as engaging as they are relaxing. Meanwhile, pieces such as "Suspended Animation" and "The Weather Inside" delve into more ambient territories, offering a sense of calm and introspection.
"Endless City / Concrete Garden" also features two remixes of previously released tracks, "Pulling Strings" and "Suspended Animation," providing a fresh perspective on these compositions. The album's title track, "Beauté de Passage," is a standout, blending lush soundscapes with subtle, driving beats.
Plumbline's work on this album is a testament to their skill in creating music that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant. "Endless City / Concrete Garden" is an essential addition to any fan of IDM and ambient music, offering a rich, immersive listening experience that highlights the best of these genres.
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