Darksmith's Imposter cd (Throne Heap) was one of my favourite releases from last year so it's great to have new Darksmith LP on a turntable. Not sure what is the difference of 'Darksmith' and 'Darksmith of California' projects, but it could be just the name change that have happened recently.
'End of Life' material was recorded 2018-2023 and it can be heard that the sounds have been gathered from various places over time. Hollow field recordings, organic tape loops, distant industrial clanging and other detailed sounds and bursts are forming micro-atmospheres over atmospheres. B-side has really nice build up with hypnotic "slowcore" loop. Highly enjoyable stuff that benefits from headphone listening. Very recommended release from Second Sleep Italy.
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