Crumbling

Mid-air Thief
Crumbling

37,67 EUR  31,39 EUR
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Topshelf
Release date: 19/Jan/2024
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Style: Other Pop
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Details / Tracklist: 1. WHY
2. AHHHH, THESE CHAINS!
3. GAMEUN DEUT
4. CURVE AND LIGHT
5. CRUMBLING TOGETHER
6. PROTECTOR
7. DIRT
8. NO ANSWER
Number of discs: 1
Description:Although sung almost entirely in Korean, Mid-Air Thief's cult-acclaimed album Crumbling exhibits a distinct universality, merging disparate sounds and styles into a cohesive, electronic-infused folk amalgam that tactfully blurs the lines between organic and synthetic. Listeners are led through enrapturing passages of swirling melodies underscored with eloquent plucks, strums, and bursts of bubbly glitches. Individual phrases drift into one another as if in a dream, cohered by guest vocalist Summer Soul's entrancing hooks and vocal soundscapes. Crumbling is a compelling accomplishment of both composition and production, bending as it does to its unique contours of consonance and dissonance, always resolving to a place of calm and beauty. -
2023 repress, on purple and gold vinyl.
"Crumbling" is the acclaimed LP by South Korean project Mid-air Thief, a boundary-pushing release that has become a modern cult favorite in experimental folk and electronic music. Across the album, delicate acoustic guitars, intricate synth textures and unusual rhythmic patterns interweave into a dreamlike, almost weightless sound world. Whispered, androgynous vocals float through dense yet airy arrangements, creating the sense of drifting between reality and a vivid inner landscape. The songwriting shifts constantly: passages of fragile folk suddenly dissolve into glitchy electronics, swirling harmonies and unexpected chord changes, giving the record high replay value and a feeling of discovery with every listen. Sonically rich yet intimate, "Crumbling" is an LP that rewards focused listening as much as late-night immersion, ideal for fans of adventurous, genre-defying sounds.

Mid-air Thief is a reclusive, highly regarded producer and songwriter from South Korea whose work has attracted a dedicated international following through word of mouth and online music communities. Known for meticulous sound design, unusual song structures and a seamless blend of folk, ambient and electronic elements, Mid-air Thief has become a reference point for modern experimental pop. The project's music is frequently praised for its emotional depth, subtle melodic hooks and the way it transforms complex arrangements into something deeply human and relatable. Despite a low public profile, Mid-air Thief's releases have achieved cult status, often appearing in year-end lists and recommendation threads among listeners seeking unique, forward-thinking music.

This edition is released by Topshelf, an independent label recognized for its carefully curated roster of innovative and emotionally resonant artists. Over the years, Topshelf has built a strong reputation in the indie scene by supporting forward-thinking bands and solo projects across genres such as indie rock, emo, math rock, post-rock and experimental pop. The label is known for high production standards, artist-friendly practices and aesthetically thoughtful physical releases, from quality vinyl pressings to distinctive artwork. With "Crumbling," Topshelf once again underlines its commitment to nurturing exceptional, boundary-pushing music and presenting it in a format that does justice to both sound and vision.

On vinyl, "Crumbling" becomes a particularly immersive experience: the LP format emphasizes the album's dynamic contrasts, the organic warmth of the acoustic instruments and the fine details in the dense electronic layers. Each side of the record feels like a self-contained journey, guiding the listener from quiet, introspective openings to lush crescendos and back into fragile, intimate moments. For collectors and audiophiles, this LP is both a standout listening experience and a distinctive addition to any shelf dedicated to modern experimental classics.
Manufacturer No.: LPTSRB208
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