The ib “Oh Meadow”
These elements from different corners of the world and time fame interact with each other in a random, unexpected yet natural way on Oh Meadow, while The ib’s grungy shoegazing aesthetic gives them an otherworldly, obscure flair.
“Done Waisting My Time” opens with a rockability-influenced headstrong rhythm. The ib’s slide guitar work takes on an almost spiritual melodic portrayal. “Olive Tree” takes on a slow-burn span within its heavily shoegazing soundscape. The track evokes a zen-like space with The ib’s blues, jazz, and rock-infused guitar work.
Something really special happens in “Sunshine in Our Life.” The clashing of sounds from his unique pitch fluctuation creates a very interesting psychedelic vibe that cannot be found elsewhere.
“Left Behind” seems to continue this weird sense of dissonance in a melodic manner. Raw and unapologetic. There’s the fast beating between pitches that is both daring and unusual to this type of music. “Bellows of the Lonely Giant” concludes the record with moaning as crying as singing.
