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thisquietarmy/Syndrome

The Lonely Mountain
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The Lonely Mountain

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  • Released Date: 07 Apr 2014

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

In the tangled web of experimental music, navigating through the foggy peaks of drone can be a daunting task. But fear not, dear reader, for THISQUIETARMY and SYNDROME have joined forces to guide us on an epic journey to The Lonely Mountain.

From the opening track, "Echoes from the Mountain," it is clear that we are in for a sonic adventure unlike any other. The droning guitars and pulsating synths create an atmosphere that is both mesmerising and unsettling, like wandering through a dark forest with only a flickering torch to light your way.

As we ascend higher up the mountain, tracks like "Veils of Mist" and "Whispers of the Ancients" envelop us in a blanket of sound that is at once comforting and eerie. The layers of instrumentation build and collapse in a hypnotic dance, leading us further into the unknown.

But it is on the title track, "The Lonely Mountain," where THISQUIETARMY and SYNDROME truly shine. The merging of their distinct styles creates a sprawling landscape of sound that is as vast and majestic as the mountain itself. The interplay of delicate melodies and thunderous drones is both awe-inspiring and exhilarating.

Overall, The Lonely Mountain is a triumph of experimental music, a testament to the power of collaboration and creativity. So grab your headphones, close your eyes, and let THISQUIETARMY and SYNDROME take you on a journey you won't soon forget.

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About the artist

thisquietarmy/Syndrome

THISQUIETARMY, also known as SYNDROME, is the moniker of Eric Quach, a Montreal-based musician and experimental sound artist. With a career spanning over 15 years, Quach has become a prominent figure in the ambient and post-rock music scenes, known for his ethereal guitar work and intricate layering of textures. His music is a journey through sonic landscapes, weaving together elements of drone, shoegaze, and post-metal to create enveloping and immersive soundscapes. Quach's hypnotic compositions are often characterized by their slow-building crescendos and enveloping atmospheres, taking listeners on a transcendental voyage through sound. In addition to his solo work as THISQUIETARMY/SYNDROME, Quach has collaborated with a diverse array of artists, including Aidan Baker, Peter Broderick, and Dirk Serries. His collaborations have resulted in some truly mesmerizing and transcendent musical moments, showcasing his ability to seamlessly blend his own unique style with that of his musical counterparts. As a live performer, Quach is a captivating force to behold, using his array of effects pedals and loop stations to create expansive soundscapes that envelop audiences in a sonic cocoon. His performances are a truly immersive experience, blurring the lines between performer and listener as he expertly manipulates sound in real-time. With a discography that includes over 50 releases, including albums, EPs, and collaborations, Quach shows no signs of slowing down. His music continues to push boundaries and defy categorization, earning him a dedicated following of fans who are eager to embark on sonic journeys with THISQUIETARMY/SYNDROME at the helm.

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