I'm cheating a little bit, as "Perisher EP" isn't exactly electronic music (although technically, it is). I'm going to review it anyway, though, as it's a fantastic EP.
Background
Jamyang is a relatively unknown name as far as the music scene goes, as he only has one EP released right now, and only 400 followers. The first two tracks off of "Perisher EP" were released two years ago, and only within the past couple months were the remaining songs, and the EP with them, released.
Review
Listen to "Perisher EP"
While "Perisher EP" doesn't remotely resemble any form of traditional electronic music, bar "Desire," it is still by all means a fantastic EP. Jamyang's usage of intense harmonies and slower beats give "Perisher EP" a R&B and Pop fusion feel that delivers an engaging listening experience. The shining star of this EP is Jamyang's soothing, soulful voice. For someone with no known background, his voice is incredibly refined and professional. The intricate harmonies that he uses for his hooks on "Perisher" and "Things We Ought to Say" are absolutely stunning. The actual vocals and lyrics on all the tracks are the same way. "Riches," the first song on the EP, is a slow, smooth track featuring lots of strings and electronic organs on top of a laid-back, lo-fi beat. "Desire" is probably the most electronic-sounding track on the EP. The heavy sidechained supersaws and wobbly saw basses give this track a future bass feel, especially when the tempo slows and the trap beat comes in. "Change and Feeling," the start of the newer releases, is a wonderful upbeat track that, for the first time on this EP, features piano and guitar in the chorus. This makes "Change and Feeling" feel like a classic rock ballad, but, of course, the strings and electronic organ make an appearance too. "Things We Ought to Say," probably my favorite track on the EP, the most played track on SoundCloud, and also how I found out about this EP, is a melancholy masterpiece. The lo-fi groove and the signature electronic organ meshes perfectly with Jamyang's wistful voice to create a song that seeps sadness. And finally, "Perisher," the title track, is the closer to the EP, and definitely a memorable one. "Perisher" is stylistically similar to "Things We Ought to Say," featuring the same organ, driving beat and beautiful harmonious hooks, but this song is definitely more energetic, in an almost inspirational way. It's a perfect way to end the EP.
Overall, the songs on "Perisher EP" feel a little short to me, but I suspect that making them longer would draw them out and pull short their musicality. In other words, they're just as long as they need to be. Jamyang's debut EP is a fresh release, as evident from the complex chords that he weaves that other producers wouldn't even touch in an era of four-chord Pop hits. With a voice like his, I wouldn't be surprised to see him make a name for himself in the coming years. I'm so lucky to have found his music on his first release, and I'm excited to be able to follow him as he develops his sound. I'm waiting to see what he releases next. 9/10
Future Plans
In an interview with PileRats, Jamyang said that he's got a couple of shows lined up, mostly as an EP launch kinda deal. He also hints that he's interested in releasing an album. Consider me excited!
Notable Remixes
Even though this album has been out for a couple of months, there are no remixes I can find. Be the first!
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