MOMENTS

Ulrich Troyer's "MOMENTS" is an intriguing auditory short journey that plays on the merging of contrasts, transforming classical and acoustic guitar recordings into lush soundscapes via tape machine treatments, guitar effect pedals, and both analog and digital effects. This album is a testament to Troyer's ability to weave textures into an immersive experience that beckons listeners to revisit and uncover new details with each play. The album consists of two tracks, "MOMENTS I" and "MOMENTS II," which are rich with atmospheric dub influences and a sophisticated interplay of fractured tones, all held together by the underlying melodies. The tracks offer a sonic palette that is both expansive and intimate, creating a sense of space that feels simultaneously grand and introspective. Troyer’s inspiration for "MOMENTS" stems from personal experiences, particularly a realization during challenging times that beauty exists in transient moments rather than in an ideal future. This emotional depth is tangible throughout the compositions, where every note and effect seems meticulously placed to evoke a sense of fleeting beauty and the importance of savoring the present. The use of tape machines and guitar pedals isn’t just for show; it adds a layer of warmth and nostalgia, contrasting beautifully with the crispness of digital effects. This fusion of the old and new is a hallmark of Troyer’s work, showing his adeptness at blending his classical music beginnings with his modern electronic explorations.The careful layering of sounds and the seamless integration of various effects highlight Troyer’s skill as both a musician and a producer. It’s an album that doesn’t just play but envelops, making it a perfect listen for those quiet, introspective times when you want to get lost in the intricacies of sound. By means of "MOMENTS", the prolific Austrian producer seems to invite you to pause, listen, and find beauty in the ephemeral. Whether you’re a fan of atmospheric dub or simply appreciate well-crafted music, this album is worth multiple listens, each promising a new discovery. - Vito Camarretta CHAIN D.L.K.

The two compositions are both under five minutes long, and as such perfectly suited to a 7” release, and across the two pieces, Troyer presents jolting ruptures and blasts of glitch, occasional churns and crackles, and, flickering and out of the mix, amidst bulbous bass and busy ambience and a conglomeration of noise, some tuneage. Some of it’s quite pleasant: some of it is more discordant, difficult noise. Troyer certainly packs a lot into these moments, and this is an interesting release, which places patience at the fore. - Christopher Nosnibor Aural Aggravation, Blog

Airplay of MOMENTS I - Steve Barker On The Wire, 24th of March 2024

Airplay of MOMENTS I - In Memory of John Peel Episode 945, Podcast

Airplay of MOMENTS I - Solénoïde - Blender Session 63 International Radioshow

Airplay of MOMENTS I and II - DJ Marcelle Another Nice Mess

Airplay of MOMENTS II - open: Multitrack Westdeutscher Rundfunk WDR 3

Airplay of MOMENTS II - Klangwelten #470 Eldoradio

Airplay of MOMENTS I - Markus Ortmanns, KNUSPERN Byte FM, Hamburg

Airplay of MOMENTS I - Robin Rimbaud Totally Radio, EarSpace #8

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