Astin is an artist from Denver, Colorado who recently released his debut EP entitled Futility and Accomplishment. His EP deals with dark themes such as suicide, addiction and loneliness. These types of themes seems to be more popular than ever within the last couple of years and seems like it comes from lone singer/songwriter types.
Up first is “Alone In A Crowd” which starts with a simple guitar picking pattern. His vocal style feels fairly unique and the lyrics take on a familiar pattern of loneliness, solitude and not knowing how to deal with the reality of being. Towards the end there is a field recording and reverb laced vocals that are moaned. “Karoshi” starts off very promising with a pretty guitar picking and a slight classical Portuguese feel to the music. The music turns into strummed chords and just doesn't really sound like the same song. “Waiting” contains drums and light ambient picking. As the song progresses there's a blaring distorted lead guitar solo. The issue here is it sounds like a bedroom recording and not a full band. ”The Woman Made Of Blue Light” is the highlight. The vocals sound kind of theatrical. As the song unfolds the song has its moments with some solid guitar and unique transitions. Astin is going to need to step in a recording studio at some point if he wants the recording quality to compete with more notable acts that make similar music. I think working with other musicians as well could bring more dynamics to these songs. Astin has some solid ideas. There are some inspired moments on this debut and I think with a little more tweaking and production he can take it to the next level. I’m looking forward to hearing more.
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