‘The Dark Side’: Luca Draccar’s Foray into Aphex Twin’s Electronic Chaos
May 18, 2025
Listen to the release here: https://open.spotify.com/album/2oObxhExTtFiJSxo5Zn1xx
Luca Draccar’s new EP, “The Dark Side,” takes you on a deep and personal listen. Across these four songs, he looks at being human – our weaknesses, our two sides, and real feelings. He does this with cool sounds and trippy effects that aren’t what you usually hear. Sometimes, it makes you think of how artists like Aphex Twin aren’t afraid to try new things.
The first song, “Bad at Love Since Forever,” right away makes you feel this beautiful but kind of spooky mood. The soft, spacey synth sounds mixed with the strong, distorted bass kicks create this interesting tension. It’s got a bit of a sad but also hopeful feel, the way Luca captures how love and loss can be mixed together.
“Outlaws Division” makes things more energetic with its sharp synth sounds and beats that pull you in. It feels like a rebellious song, but also makes you think. The tunes are simple but really make an impact, showing how Draccar can balance catchy sounds with real emotion.
A highlight is “Reckless Flower.” Here, you can tell Luca’s been playing piano. He mixes real instrument sounds with electronic ones in a way that feels both strange and heartfelt. It’s like a short, bright moment before going back to the darker sounds. The clear piano notes with the controlled electronic noise show how much Draccar has grown as an artist. This mix of real and electronic sounds is something you also hear in Aphex Twin’s music.
The last song, “Branded Your Brain,” is a powerful ending. It’s this exciting mix of fast, poppy sounds with deep bass that really hits you, like being in a bright, flashing club. The harsh, metallic sounds mixed with warmer ones create this interesting feeling of wanting it but also being a bit scared of it. The song’s wild energy sticks with you, showing how Luca can mix being a bit funny with really honest feelings.
“The Dark Side” is more than just a few songs; it’s like stepping into a world of sound, feelings, and where what’s real and what’s not gets mixed up. The way Luca moves between natural and electronic sounds makes it feel alive and surprising. This is music that makes you feel things, not just hear them. If you like electronic music that makes you think and feel, “The Dark Side” is worth checking out. It shows that Luca Draccar is a really interesting and creative voice in electronic music today. Get ready to dive in; “The Dark Side” is a cool and thought-provoking listen.
