Authority (label)
16 January 2012 (released)
05 February 2012
Different. Very Different and I can understand why Anomie Belle is one of kind in the music scene and filmmakers just love her! What was apparent was that the title of each track was highly influenced by the connotations that the song evoked, if you have a listen you’ll know exactly what I mean.
This EP features collaboration with members of the Sneaker Pimps, Mr Lif, and Big Spider’s Back.
The first track ‘Slither’ is sultry and seductive like the slither of a snake. Anomine Belle has a quirky tone that is very dark and enticing. This song is very sensual in parts but I must admit it is in my opinion quite laboured in others.
‘Machine’ is more upbeat and alluring! The layered vocals are quite unnerving and left me feeling rather uncomfortable! Errrgh! In saying that the vocal structure compliments the melody well, it is just the layering of the vocals that is too dark and sinister for my liking. On a positive note, however, the beat and melody of the song is cheery yet calm and pleasant.
The third track on the EP is ‘Electric Lullaby (Tapage Remix)’ which takes you to another dimension as if you were visiting an electric dream world. Anomie Belle voice is understated and subtle and the eclectic and wiry instruments guide you through this dream like state.
The next is ‘Bodies Offering (Other Lovers Mix)’ and woah the musicial composition of this track cannot be faulted. ‘Bodies Offering’ is very experimental with techno and string instruments and I think this my favourite track on the EP followed by the ‘Machine (Big Spider’s Back Remix’.
Machine (Big Spider’s Back Remix): I much prefer the remix of Machine. The dynamics are much more pleasant and welcoming and there is certainly a warmth in this remix that you did not find in the original. Hints of percussion instruments are added to this track and it is obvious that Big Spider’s Back’s talents enhanced this song in leaps and bounds.
Anomine Belle is unusual and interesting and if you are looking to add a more eclectic vibe to your music collection Anomie Belle is certainly a good starting point!
