Silo Tear marks the latest bold statement from Seattle-based electronic producer Kid Smpl aka Joey Butler. Following last year's Armour EP and his participation in the 2013 Red Bull Music Academy, Kid Smpl's distinctive style continues to evolve with razor-sharp focus. Evocative vocal samples, enveloping sub-bass workouts, and a melancholic ambience continue to seep into the mix, yet this EP presents a colder, more abrasive, and exceptionally physical sound. Synths are upfront and increasingly mechanical, the gauzy atmospheric textures are even more immersive, and the percussive assaults reach new heights, punctuated by a thrilling exploration of rugged jungle breaks. Confident, stark, and visceral, Silo Tear provides an ideal soundtrack for a bleak future dystopia.
