Melodium - Parthenay EP
[Autres Directions In Music]

Let's face it, free music can often be of a lower standard - afterall, the reason it's free is no label is willing to shell out big bucks for something average. ADIM on the other hand are different, what with a fully established recording artist on their roster in the form of Melodium.

After several physical appearances on such influential labels as Static Caravan, you can already begin to imagine the quality of music on display. Constructed using an array of delicate sounds, Melodium's approach to electronica is a minimal use of synths and a sparse sequencing of beats.

The display of lush, dreamy melodies and warm digital layers reach an almost organic feel, not too dissimilar to Isan and Montag. Rich textures, catchy riffs and an increasing use of repetition lead to a completely hypnotised sound, and basically a lot of fun.

Remixes from fellow label-mates Dudley & Depth Affect are a fitting showcase of the further depth and talent this label possesses. Dudley takes 'Mmiomm' on an acoustic tip, combining guitar loops & drum breaks. While Depth goes all electronic hip-hop, sampled rapping & more hard beats. Taking the originals to new heights, the way remixes should be.

As part of an ongoing new wave of DIY internet based labels, the 'Parthenay EP' is available for free download including printable artwork from Autres Direction In Music - http://www.autresdirections.net/inmusic

7/10