Welcome to Visions In Sound, a feature where the Reform Team will be sharing music we have been feeling this month. Expect all sorts of tracks, old & new, local and international, just whatever our team is feeling. As well as sharing sounds, this feature will have a special spotlight on the artworks & the visual experience.
Selected by ALICE, a DJ in the streets and a sleeper in the sheets.
How does this song make you feel?
From the moment the track starts it puts me in a great mood. The warm synths, the trickling melody, the drum pattern that gently lifts you up and gets you tapping away. Absolutely in love!
What draws you to this artwork / designer?
This artwork is designed by Francis Inferno Orchestra who is the co-producer of this track. I love its minimalist style and the textures of every element. It makes me super intrigued to listen to the music. The textures of the drawings are almost alien-like to me..almost like a blueprint for a planet!
Selected by NICOLAS, an over 6’4 footer & wine enthusiast.
How does this song make you feel?
I like the relaxing and chill vibe that it creates when listening.
What draws you to this artwork / designer?
It’s simplistic but with great colours, looks like a painting. It has a calming effect on me, makes me want to introspect.
Selected by NATASHA, the cosmo queen of the content team.
How does this song make you feel?
When listening to this album it takes me back to the place where I’ve never even been before. It envelops me in a sort of nostalgic feeling of times I haven’t experienced.
What draws you to this artwork / designer?
I’m a big fan of brutalist architecture and overall Soviet aesthetic and this is such great artwork showcasing just that. The album cover in this case perfectly resonates with the sound/the lyrics and overall feel of the album.
Selected by CAL, a mover, groover & all round improver.
How does this song make you feel?
Alive. While embodying that 80’s sound, the holy trinity that is ‘Charli, Caroline, Chris’ can be their sonic-selves while driving this unapologetic synth bop.
What draws you to this artwork / designer?
It’s minimalist & ironic nature – against a white backdrop, we see a poised Charli perched on an uncomfortable shape while her posture, locked gaze & sharp nails suggest she’s ready to strike.
Selected by INDIGO, a twenty-something who is slowly learning that pasta is not the only food group.
How does this song make you feel?
This track really puts me in the zone from the repetitive, hypnotic nature of it. Especially when the vocals kick in… this one’s giving me all the feels.
What draws you to this artwork / designer?
Harrison BDP’s artwork is always pretty tranquil, matching with the style of their music. But, this particular artwork I found so simple & quirky. I love when cartoon characters or illustrations are incorporated into artwork as it adds a playful note to sometimes dark or progressive tunes and alludes to the DJ’s humour or interests.