Imbue - Ghost Stories - New Cassette 2017 Already Dead Tapes (Chicago, IL) - Dark Ambient / Drone / Electronica

Imbue is an incredibly cinematic musical project. Its songs craft a unique world. As they unfold, they tell a vivid, dynamic, and haunting story, full of unexpected beauty. Stylistically, it combines the creator's passions: trip hop, dark ambient, harsh noise, rap, and metal influences blend to form a soundtrack for the approaching apocalypse. 'Ghost Stories' continues where 2015's 'Kronovisor' left off. The album opener, 'Ears to the Wall,' brings the seemingly - dead anti - hero back to life. An infectious beat and unclear radio communications lead the way. 'We Kill Legends' is a standout track, more accessible with a hopefulness shining through hazy vocals and layered distortion. The track sequencing in 'Ghost Stories' is great. Each track contrasts the previous one like movie scenes, creating a dynamic flow that draws you into the created world. 'The Only Way Out' reminds you of John Carpenter's work for ESCAPE FROM NEW YORK (1981). 'Ghost Stories Pt. 1' comes alive with an intense vocal exchange between iAlive and Carl Kavorkian. 'The Madness' depicts the anti - hero preparing for battle, a powerful trip - hop - heavy track leading to 'Vacation Places,' like the 'final boss' in a terrifying video game. Metal vocals, harsh drums, and layered synths are the soundtrack for the final fight. 'No Conversation' is a delicate closer with an eerie optimism: the anti - hero has survived, but the future is uncertain.

To enjoy this Imbue cassette, simply insert it into a compatible cassette player. Press play and let the music transport you to its unique world. There aren't any special instructions for playback. When handling the cassette, make sure your hands are clean to avoid getting dirt on the tape. Store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and magnetic fields to prevent damage. If the sound quality starts to decline, you can gently clean the cassette heads of your player with a cassette head cleaner. This will help maintain the best listening experience.