Kamran Sadeghi – Compound Eye

Kamran Sadeghi – Compound Eye // Brouqade Records – BQD042

Dana Ruh’s Brougade has long been renowned for its many eclectic and unpredictable sounds.

In that essence, the label’s latest signing is a fitting fit. Kamran Sadeghi is an NYC based electronic music producer who is well versed in unconventional soundscapes. As likely to release an electronic music EP as he is turn his hand to film scores or more ambient textures, Sadeghi has collaborated with everyone from Patti Smith to Berlin club, Berghain. A live artist of considerable depth and panache, his signing to Brougade marks another high point in the label’s story.

On BQD042, Sadeghi delivers two originals as well as a collaboration with Dana Ruh. Kicking off the release is the sounds of “Come Here”. An oddball mishmash of different sounds and strands, its a delicate track that clocks in at over 13 minutes. Minimal but never lacking in colour, it’s reminiscent of Ricardo Villalobos at his most intoxicating best.

The B side gets underway with “Compound Eye”, a percussion-laced number that’s more tailored to peak time pastures. Gradually picking up steam as it unfurls, it’s soon imbued with a deep underbelly, the likes of which only adds to its appeal. Culminating the release is the sounds of

“Call & Response”, the previously alluded to collaboration with Brougade boss, Dana Ruh. Starting off on a zippy, scaled back vibe, it quickly picks up steam, resulting in a chugging number that’s filled to the brim with flair and panache. A pair that evidently work great together, Sadeghi and Ruh’s contribution to the EP is the icing on top of what’s an all-round excellent listen.

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