Escapism III

Electronic · 2017 · 5 tracks · 18m

Escapism III

High-definition trap meets orchestral grandeur. A five-track masterclass in surgical sound design, shimmering synths, and heavy, off-kilter rhythmic swing.

It’s like someone turned the resolution of a trap beat up to 8K and then drove it through a neon rainstorm.

A high-definition nocturnal odyssey that balances aggressive technicality with a haunting, cinematic soul.

Escapism III · vs · Sam Gellaitry

Mysterious+1.2σ

Mysterious saturates this record notably more than the artist's norm.

Tracklist · 5 Tracks · 18m

01

Jungle Waters

3:54

02

Ceremony

3:06

03

Midnight Racer

3:48

04

Acres

3:53

05

Ever After

3:42

Moments Worth Waiting For

The sudden transition in 'Jungle Waters' where the organic percussion dissolves into a crushing, wide-panned bass drop.

The way 'Midnight Racer' uses a revving engine motif that morphs into a soaring, melodic lead synth.

The final minute of 'Ever After' where the dense layers peel away to reveal a fragile, cinematic string arrangement.

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