Beacon have long been one of those groups whose music I'm always eager to revisit, so getting a brand-new album from them this year was a real treat.
The new body of work How drie a Cinder from the Brooklyn duo expands upon the sound they laid out on on the 2022 project Along the Lethe. A track which really grabbed my attention from the get go was "Shore Leave", and it was specifically the drums that had such a distinctive touch. It's programming reminds me of the post-dub era, albeit intertwined with the modernised aesthetic of UKG to create a bounce that keeps your head rockin' back n forth. Melodically, the track is brimming with warmth, especially thanks to the breezy pads and comforting vocals. I can't neglect to mention the lead synth that pierces through the mix and gives the release a futuristic feel.
