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You are the dream that I cannot touch
though I am very near
a moving reflection that I can’t see
I’m over here
Bright like a ray of sunlight
chasing away the dark
show me the man that I could have been
intoxicating spark
light a fire, reflector
guide me home
You are the image I wish to be
you are the poison to fear
a comet across the midnight sky
I am still here
help me
weary eyes can’t see
guide me home
light a fire, reflector
guide me home
You left me here alone
patiently waiting
guess I should have known
I’m over here
I have nowhere to go
silently waiting
nobody seems to know (care)
I am still here
I can't make you see the magic in the message
I can't hold you by the mouth and make you drink
no amount of confidence in us will ever change
the way you move, the way you love, the way you think
And so the time has come for us to grow apart
I wish the best for you and hope that you are well
I've never learn not to be burned by hope
I only hope you never know that kind of hell
Some people just aren't meant to be forever
sometimes the plan doesn't go your way
we all believe in what we want to
some of us beg to be led astray
Steyoyoke’s latest EP features smooth vocals by American artist Terry Grant that compromises two originals by Soul Button, one piece by Soul Button and Aaryon, and a remix by Animal Picnic, coming together to make one tear-jerking EP. This ethereal techno tugs playfully at your heartstrings, with it’s moving melodies graciously complimented by beautifully contrasting dark lows and piercing highs.
‘Wraith’, a melodic masterpiece composed by Soul Button, features an array of distorted synths which give the listener a warm feeling. Terry Grant’s reassuring vocals help guide you through this musical journey, adding an essential layer of identity to this track. A dreamy track featured on this EP, the combination of Soul Button’s impeccable technical skills coupled with Terry Grant’s homely voice make for a killer combo.
Soul Button’s ‘Demise’, a suitable name for such a tragically sweet track, features dark lyrics by Terry Grant which contradict his calm voice. The sharp kick accompanied by the incredible chord progression featured in this beauty gives one the impression of haunting dream; like a lost love visiting you in your sleep. ‘Demise’ can give you chills in the centre of a sweaty dance floor.
Soul Button partners up with Aaryon and hits the nail on the head with another original titled ‘Substratum‘. The two composers have managed to craft a single piece that remains true to both styles. The chiming synths, mingled with the groove of the rides and shakers, emanates a dangerously delightful rhythm that could carry you into another universe!
Animal Picnic’s remix of Soul Button’s ‘Wraith’ is also featured on this EP, and the Steyoyoke regulars certainly know how to add their own spices to the dish. Accentuating their keenness for the more upbeat Steyoyoke sound, they manipulate Terry Grant’s vocals, stretching them out to create a nostalgic effect. Adding their own drums and synths that create an almost jungle-like vibe, Animal Picnic make their mark on this wild remix.
Soul Button, Terry Grant, Aaryon, and Animal Picnic have joined powers to bring you this psychologically spiritual EP packed with wistful drops and melodies. Another unforgettable treasure in the Steyoyoke archive, this EP is one for the books.
A shifting collage of ambient layers and bright melodies that resists convention from a member of New Zealand's underground house scene. Bandcamp New & Notable Nov 9, 2023