Best Supporting Actor, a solo/collaborative project, is led by Arcadio Rodriguez. Rodriguez strives to make music that is a little out of the box. On his latest release, Moving Pictures, which is realized with the help of Rodriguez’s friend Duncan Clawson, the two have made a type of ambient music that immediately arrests. Field recordings of clanging of cowbells, water gurgling, food wrappers and more make up these compositions, but Rodriguez also incorporates the use of synths and beats to add to the dynamism of these tracks. The finished product is very artsy and experimental that I think a lot of us will be drawn to.
Moving Pictures begins with “Graduate,” where the clanging of a bell and some popping noises come through. Then the sound of synths wraps it all together for an ambient feel. The sound is soothing and takes its time in developing. There’s a touch of ‘80s retro vibes from the synths as it grows in sensibility. Next, some percolating beats arrive. The sound of a food wrapper sounds out on “Second Guess.” Intermittently, synths come in and out of this recording. I was definitely getting ASMR vibes here. There was something strangely soothing about this song. Some strings come in for an ear-pleasing sound at the latter part of the recording. On “Wander Kid,” the sound of rain comes through softly in the background. Some keys and synths make for a melodious sound and ambient piece. Gradually, you can hear the sound of birds chirping. Overall, ethereal-sounding and definitely something you can find yourself relaxing to. Some keys strut in for a lovely and melodious sound on “Scenic Route.” The tune meanders for a bit and I was immediately getting ‘80s vibes. Gradually, Rodriguez’s vocals light up the sounds. This track was mellow and laid-back. I was getting some lounge vibes. I thought this closer was a great way to end the album. If you’re looking for something relaxing to listen to, then Moving Pictures might just be right up your alley. Filled with ASMR moments, soundscapes with the ability to soothe and an ambience that moves, there’s tons to appreciate here. With that being said, I thought the last track was really dynamic and I wished to see more of that kind of music from Rodriguez. While the ambient tracks were great, I think Rodriguez really went on to show off his musical chops on the closer where we get to hear some of his wonderful vocals. All in all, be sure you check out Moving Pictures!
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