Artist: Airlock Album: Symptomatic

Year: 2004
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A of the Album: Symptomatic by Airlock

Airlock is a German electronic music duo consisting of Alex Kruger and Ralf Hildenbeutel. The band has released two studio albums, with Symptomatic being their second one, released in 2004. The album features 12 tracks of chilled-out electronic music with a blend of vocal and instrumental elements. In this post, we will take a of the album, with a brief history of the artist, the music genre of the album, the best songs of the album, the most innovative parts, and a critic to the album.
Symptomatic is an album that infuses different genres of music, such as ambient, electronica, and downtempo. The album has a slow tempo and depicts an ethereal atmosphere that is evident from the first track, “Inhale,” to the last track, “Out of Reach.” The album’s opening track sets the mood for the entire album, with an atmospheric soundscape that develops into a haunting melody. “Inhale” is a slow burner, and the melody develops gradually, culminating in a mesmerizing soundscape creating a calming and relaxing atmosphere to your ears.
The album’s most innovative part is the way Airlock blends in diverse musical backgrounds and maintains the mellow vibe throughout the album. “The Room,” for instance, has an electric guitar’s influence and harmonica accompanied by the track’s beats. The track is a beautiful blend of different styles of music assuring people of Airlock's musical experience. Similarly, the album features collaborations, with Ian James Whitelaw offering vocals to “Silent Speak,” which blends the instrumental and instrumental elements while maintaining the album’s serene atmosphere.
Symptomatic has many exceptional tracks, but the standout tracks are “Drystar” and “Alpha,” with their sublime melodies and beautifully crafted soundscapes. The former track exemplifies the different styles of music that Airlock encompasses, with a sense of intimacy between the sounds and the tunes. Additionally, “Alpha” offers listeners a cinematic and larger-than-life experience, starting with gentle piano keys and reaching an emotional climax preceded by an amalgamation of various musical elements.
In conclusion, Symptomatic is an album that showcases the duo's musical talent and their ability to blend different styles into a cohesive and impressive final product. Airlock has presented its listeners vibrant in-depth sounds, which can captivate anyone who listens. Music lovers are guaranteed to get lost in its ethereal nature and intricate soundscapes. The album leaves a lasting impression and is worth the time of any music enthusiast. Although a great piece of musical art, there still seems to be a lack of profound emotional engagement, which could result in making the album unforgettable. Nonetheless, this album is still a sleeper hit and worth adding to any listener's collection.