One Far West - Blue Sun Meadow
Released: March 6 In his his first album in a few years, One Far West (the project of electronic composer John Wilkins) brings us a wonderfully compiled collection of hazy ambient drifts that examine past memories. The album hangs out deeply in the realm of ambient and drone, incorporating field recordings in some rather creative and poignant ways. A standout in this respect is “Countryside Depot,” which opens up with that slow grinding opening of some kind of large door, instantly painting an industrial tinged picture despite its country adjacent name. The atmosphere on this song feels conflicted, as if it is unsure of where it actually is as it bounces between ambient vibes and something more cacophonous. But the strange tension in this track is something that feels rather unique while still fitting into the framework of the larger project. Stepping back on the album, “Dream Memories” stands out as well for the emphasis on noisy and distorted drones that combine with a haz...
