A highly alluring record, ‘S. B. Butler’ is as vibrant as one would expect. Dipped in post-rock, new wave and shoegaze stylings, the track bathes in retro references and spoken word stamina, resulting in a cathartic and meaningful jewel that boasts as much lyrical intensity as its sonic counterpart. Penned by Ellery Twining, ‘S. B. Butler’ sees the American creative perform all parts in it except bass, a sign of strong musical prowess and artistic integrity.
Citing Cocteau Twins as one of his stronger influences, especially on this occasion, Twining reveals a close affinity for blissful and dreamy tones, perhaps quite gloomy and hypnotising at times. ‘S. B. Butler’ follows suit, flourishing on a stream of clean and spacious guitars, fuzzy distortions and minimal drum grooves, all delivered with charming calmness and icy elegance.
Produced collaboratively with Eric Lichter of Dirt Floor Recording Studio, ‘S. B. Butler’ is perhaps one of Ellery’s greatest records, at least lately – to us it just sounds heavenly nostalgic, and we can’t resist but hit replay. We just don’t want to lose the floating sensation that seems to arise from it.
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