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ARTIST
TITLE
Tape 1/Tape 2
FORMAT
LP

LABEL
CATALOG #
SNDW 127LP SNDW 127LP
GENRE
RELEASE DATE
7/12/2019

In the Felbm project, Dutch multi-instrumentalist Eelco Topper steps away from his previous synthesizer-laden sounds as Falco Benz, towards a much looser, simpler, and sketch-like approach. Picking up a number of acoustic instruments, he began experimenting with a Tascam 4-track tape recorder and allowed these sketches to flourish. The result is Tape 1 and Tape 2, a two-part project stretching across fifteen tracks -- encompassing fluttering piano melodies, subtle jazz drums, rumba rhythms and soothing ambience. The jazz element links back to Topper's childhood. "I grew up playing drums, switched to playing piano at sixteen and in the mean time I produced hip-hop beats," he recalls. "I went to study jazz piano at the Utrecht Conservatory, which I finished with pain and effort... I was interested more in electronic and present-day music." This mix of being rooted in traditional jazz composition whilst searching for something more contemporary is the perfect encapsulation of these recordings. Tape 1's jazz roots are palpable and as things move into Tape 2, it takes on a neo-classical, psychedelic soundscape and cinematic quality. Vinyl album comes with dual front cover that can be flipped over, reflecting the project's two-segment structure. For fans of: KPM library records, Basil Kirchin, Ennio Morricone, Bibio, The Natural Yogurt Band.