Autoclav1.1 - Diamondbackviper [Audiophob 043]

Coming in from the offices of the Mühlheim-based Audiophob label only recently is "Diamondbackviper", the August 23rd, 2k24-released CD album produced by Tony Young a.k.a. Autoclav1.1. Over the course of ten tracks and a total runtime of approx. 37 minutes Mr. Young explores a surprisingly deep, Ambient- and Synth-leaning sonic approach with the whirling, almost krautsy synth spirals of the opening tune "Spearmint Rocket" which is backed by muscular Electronica x Downtempo fusion beats followed by the almost playful, hyperchromatic and almost Vaporwave and CityPop infused fusion of "Home Made Nunchucks", the uplifting, well driving 4-2-the-floor foundation of the title track whereas "Big Valley BMX" in its rather calm and innocent vibe harks back to childhood summers all the way back in the 80s, an overall feel Autoclav1.1 is going for according to the accompanying press sheet. With "Shitty VIC20" we're presented with a hyperdense and intense, yet blurry variation of widescreen Vaporwave whereas the follow up "Abandoned Igloos At Midnight" is more of a floating, introvert, yet still shimmering Downtempo affair before "Asleep On Harmony Hill" to our surprise even seems to be flirting with (Neo)Trance / Melodic TechHouse and summer festival crowds. Furthermore "Hidden Paths To Beaumont Park" pairs trance-y, melodic build-ups and soft pads to an enchantingly beautiful effect before driving Breakbeat action evokes memories of the flourishing Chemical Breaks scene of yore, "The Coventry Eagle Has Landed" unfolds large scale panoramic sceneries for a change and the final cut named "Sallie James" even weighs in some chiming and contemplative, probably even festive vibes for a calm and beautiful closing. File under: hyperharmonic electronics for fans of Kavinsky, New Age and classic ChillOut floors.