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Every now and then, a recording lands at Sonic Immersion HQ that makes me hit play a few more times than the usual couple before I even begin writing the review. Remy Stroomer’s “Planet of the Arps 2” is one of those releases. It’s also an excellent candidate for headphone listening. Created entirely by Dutch composer Remy Stroomer, “Planet of the Arps 2” is a tribute to astronomer Halton Arp and his Atlas of Peculiar Galaxies, as well as to ARP synthesizers and the musical phenomenon of the arpeggio. Across its 54-minute runtime, divided into five tracks but unfolding as one uninterrupted journey, the album draws the listener into a captivating, immersive off-world reality. Remy creates cinematic, richly textured soundscapes with remarkable depth and impact. From the very beginning, the album establishes a futuristic, almost otherworldly atmosphere. The music develops gradually and patiently, embracing a minimalist approach while slowly introducing deep beats, spacious pads and intriguing sequences. Rather than rushing toward obvious climaxes, Stroomer allows the sounds to evolve organically, creating a strong sense of movement and exploration. For me, “Fight for Telescope Time” and “Atlas of Peculiar Galaxies” are particular highlights. Their evocative yet hypnotically static combination of beats, sequences and rhythms is highly effective, resulting in an exceptional and driving blend that feels like Spyra meets Kraftwerk meets Pete Namlook meets Remy Stroomer. A beautifully crafted and deeply immersive electronic journey. Well done, Mr. Stroomer! Website: planetofthearps.bandcamp.com You can see what reviews I have done of this artist on the Remy artist page |
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