Sinking II Review

Sinking II by WOTTS is a psychedelic and bold musical statement. Although the phrase is somewhat overused, this track tickles your brand in a very specific way. The sound is so full and bright, that it almost feels tactile. This constantly evolving sound interacts beautifully with the vocals and other narrative aspects such as the lyrics. For example, when a nursery rhyme melody is explored in the vocals, the song responds with a change to its timbre to reflect it. It feels as though the sonic tapestry of the track flows and moulds to the shape of the composition.

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This unique, symbiotic sound allows the track’s timbre and melody to change more freely than other tracks. These changes never feel drastic or jarring, instead building on an established sonic theme and taking their sound to a new level. The use of sampling is also excellent in this track. Sampling an old-school voice leans further into the psychedelic. The surreal voice contrasts with the excitement of the song. This juxtaposition elevates each element and the song as a whole. The vocals are laid back and subdued, again providing contrast to the energy of the melody. They deliver the lyrics with conviction, emphasising important lines while maintaining a relaxed tone. The song has such a full sound, created by layers of synths. There is a mix of high-register synths with a shiny timbre, balanced out by low bass-heavy synths with a real rhythmic punch. The way these different textures of sound interact with one another creates a broad and dynamic overall tone that feels like the music is massaging your brain. The deep thumping bass also has a real pulsing edge to it, giving the track an overall sense of flow and bounce. This track sonically excels in everything it attempts. I feel like I’m listening to real masters of their craft. I’m excited to see what they do next.