Unpredictable to the core yet ever impressive for his intricate fusing of vastness and precision – Swiss composer and producer David Ratmoko continues to blur the lines between classical and contemporary electronic genres, with the darkwave depth and gothic etherealism of Andante One.
Instantly unique in its bridging of the gap between haunting neo classical strings and tribal industrial rhythms, Andante One soon makes itself familiar for this perpetually rising and falling melodic pattern – a recognisable trait that resounds throughout what is otherwise an entirely unexpected and ever-artistic evolution of sound.
The latter half of Andante One sees the listener fully ensnared in this relentless house rhythm and the distinct juxtaposition of darkness and outright joy. The strings and synths cascade around us in true orchestral fashion, while the power and presence of the beat rolls on – and meanwhile, this three-chord melody continues to provide an essential backbone of character.
Fiercely addictive in its weight and warmth as an audio escapism must, Andante One is also a finely crafted example of the sheer skill and unrivalled originality of the David Ratmoko creative touch. It’s a notable step away from his former projects, but still holds close to the broad wealth of genre influence that consistently lights a fire within his sound.
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