Orvy is the moniker of producer and multi-instrumentalist Sean Horvath. Apparently, all the songs off his recent release Reprise. were written and recorded in the period of three weeks after the release of his debut album You're Only Alive if You Want to Be.
The EP showcases some inventive production techniques, memorable melodies and an off kilter approach to songwriting. Up first is the title track “Reprise.” which is the arguable highlight. The track builds in wonderful ways. It’s upbeat and the creative off the beat elements really work in a Radiohead type of way. Next is “SlowStep” which is a moody, cavernous adventure. It’s dark and instills a sense of apprehension as if you are deep sea diving. The vocal delivery is more like a hypnotic mantra which blends with the other elements. “Monster Eater” felt more like an interlude of sorts that still had its moments. “Comon Cents” continues to explore atmospheric terrain. The vocals are way in the back but are still quite dynamic. He sings, “Understated / Is the man who fakes / The passage of time / Like a ship without anchor.” “Lounge Time” is the other highlight. The vocals are distorted but really catchy. It ends with a blast of white noise that ends in oblivion. Reprise. sounds very uniform and perhaps some of that is due to the fact that it was written in three weeks. Orvy seems to be carving out a signature sound for himself and appears to be slowly expanding his arsenal. This EP was a satisfying follow up and I look forward to whatever else is coming around the corner.
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