Read

Quinoline Yellow - Cyriack Parasol — Angryape Magazine Review

Fierce new EP on the outstanding Skam label, comes from the much hyped Quinoline Yellow. Vinyl copy also comes with a free printed Paper Towel, for some reason.

Incorporating most styles of IDM, 'Cyriack Parasol' is a true kaleidascope of moods and production techniques. Take 'See14Across' for example, those dark, orchestral moments of 'I Care Because You Do' mixed with the harshest of beats - a combination which shouldn't go but works so beautifully. The Aphex influence is one that runs through the whole EP whether hidden in the background or the main lead.

Traces of every established IDM artist is scattered throughout, from the Ambient Works synths to the random Squarepusher beats of 'Factungconceal'. The Click 'n' Cuts influence is present on 'Gam Goy', try listening without hearing Opiate's skittered percussion. With so many different twists and genres of electronica mixed in, there's really nothing quite like it. The only obvious number being 'Weekendrush', it's far too close to Aphex Twin's 'Wax The Nip' to warrant any credit.

One thing's for sure, Skam never fail to excite. Yet another magnificent addition to their ever-expanding list of groundbreaking material. If there's only one purchase this month, you know what it is. 9/10