“Distancer” sounds like New Goo rapidly laid down layers of sound collage and yet this dynamic works as an unconventional architecture for what is essentially a pop song. It has a buoyant energy that carries you along for ride through bursts of sonic color and textures. Which is why Aspen De Rosa’s video (linked below on YouTube) with the bit about carnival rides seems so fitting. Dot Ashby of New Goo imaginative uses a keyboard chord that would be atonal in another context yet seems to perfectly complement Ashby’s breathy and melodic vocals. It never feels rushed and to say it’s reminiscent of a more manic and classic indie pop flavored Broadcast might be to overstate the song’s momentum and yet the song really hooks you from the beginning with sounds both alien and comforting that are instantly inviting into an alternative creative headspace that inspires repeated listens. Check out the track for yourself on YouTube and follow New Goo at the links below.
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