Hudson Lee Advances Sonic Narrative With Reflex Angle LP

With every subsequent release, Hudson Lee adds another layer to the matryoshka sphere that surrounds his catalog. When tapped into a particularly daring creative for long enough, it engenders a first-class seat to the evolution of their creative arc. Hudson Lee has managed to transform what was once a collection of high-powered, somewhat isolated tracks, folding them into a narrative undergoing metamorphosis; the release of Reflex Angle showcases a clear transformation in his songwriting process, fusing the very best of his sound design exploits with effusive and outstanding compositions.

Hudson Lee has already spent the last 5 years and running carving out his share of sonic territory; between his individual works, his numerous collaborations, and the operation of his flagship label Upscale, he’s kept himself consistently busy in the best way possible. What’s pointedly remarkable is that through all that time, his compositional output blossomed in ways that beget extraordinary discipline. It’s that tunnel-vision work ethic that laid the groundwork for Reflex Angle, allowing a surge of musical ideas to achieve terminal velocity in flight. That prescient burst of musical determination comes across in both obvious and surprising forms, with tracks such as “The Long Return”, “Skin”, “Staring Up” [Co-produced by Alexander Planos], and “Antialignment” displaying a new frontier of Hudson Lee’s creativity through compositional displays of intensity and mirth intertwined. It’s an especially choice touch of emotivity, bringing the albums narrative to life with a spectacular degree of lucidity. Across the spectrum, the frenetic and powerful churn behind “Axon”, “Chasm”, and “Reanimate” bridge the gap towards his traditional output, pulsing with newfound tactile control. It’s the blending of these seemingly disparate elements that creates the ouroboros of Reflex Angle, marking another waypoint in the ongoing story of Hudson Lee.

If you find yourself as moved as we are from your first listen, then you’re in extraordinary luck; Starting at 3:30pm today and tomorrow (July 30th and 31st), Upscale is hosting a two-day online streaming event featuring a stacked entourage of labelmates, associates, friends, and masters of their craft for an immersive showcase of avant-garde electronic music. Tune in through their Twitch Channel to check out the festivities.

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