Oliver - Quiet Thud
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Oliver - Quiet Thud
Holdrons Arcade
135A Rye Lane
Unit 11 Holdrons Arcade
London SE15 4ST
United Kingdom
Label: North View Records – NRTHVW001
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Download Card
Country: UK
Released: May 2, 2025
Genre: Electronic
Style: Ambient, Downtempo, House, Techno
North View Records launches with the debut album from label founder Oliver — and Quiet Thud marks a significant milestone for both artist and imprint. Building on the momentum of a well-received release on London's Mantissa Records, Oliver expands his house and techno foundations into more atmospheric and experimental territory across eleven tracks inspired by the raw beauty of the British coastline. Immersive, boundary-pushing and emotionally resonant throughout.
The album weaves together techno, ambient, downtempo and guitar-driven elements into a fluid exploration of mood and texture that maintains an ethereal, distinctive quality from start to finish. Standout cut Plaza — the album's third track — is the clearest expression of what makes Quiet Thud so compelling: effervescent drum programming shrouded in ethereal atmospheres, gradually unfolding into an immersive soundscape that draws you in with a subtle, irresistible pull. Fans of The Sight Below, Exael and Uon will find much to savour here. A deeply personal sonic journey that echoes the rugged serenity of the natural world that inspired it, and a clear statement of artistic direction for a Bristol label worth watching closely.
