In an era where time slips through our fingers like sand, Kasbo's new album, Learning urgencyIt is a timely message to pause.
Kasbo's third LP is his most reflective work to date, a testament to a profound shift in perspective. After dealing with stress-induced hearing loss in 2019, she took a four-year hiatus to create an album that rejects the pervasive “get up and move” mentality of today's society.
“I feel like it's just a product of the Internet and it's available to us at all times,” Kasbo says. EDM.com. “The communication of culture in general is very fast and, therefore, things get old quickly. That, in turn, forces everyone to continue producing the new.”
“For me, the album became a tool to slow down and I think musically you can see that reflected at a few different points,” he continues. “Some sections may last a little longer, give you time to breathe, or just build a lot of tension that gives you this release and the feeling that your shoulders can finally lower.”
The title track, “The Learning of Urgency,” reflects on societal pressures to constantly do more, and its contemplative nature encourages us to slow down and savor the present. Dan Whitlam's words, intertwined with melancholic melodies, evoke a sense of tranquility and introspection, making it the perfect cornerstone for an album rooted in mindfulness.
On “Resenären”, Kasbo takes us on a seven-minute odyssey through progressive house with invigorating rhythms that pulsate like the beats of a heart at rest and then in motion. This track showcases his fascination with euphoric club music, which arose from his deep immersion in the world of DJing during his time away from touring. The journey unfolds with layers of sound that evoke both a sense of nostalgia and a forward momentum, capturing the essence of dance music's power to unify and uplift.
Elsewhere, on “Atlantis” Kasbo and Shallou create sounds for a serene underwater soundscape. The track's shimmering synths and gentle beats mimic the ebb and flow of waves, offering a sonic refuge from the chaos above. It is a meditation on finding peace and clarity beneath the surface of daily life, urging us to dive deeply into moments of introspection and calm.
Throughout Learning urgency, Kasbo masterfully weaves his personal journey with universal themes, ultimately creating a narrative that speaks to the pressures of modern life. Through her ethereal soundscapes and his pensive compositions, she leaves us with a gentle reminder to pause, breathe, and find beauty in stillness.
“I don't necessarily think it's going to solve anyone's problem in dealing with this 'hurry disease,' but I think music can be a tool to slow down,” he adds. “At least it is for me.”
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