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As Time Goes By
Rock · 2007

As Time Goes By

Ikon

Ikon's "As Time Goes By" is a compelling compilation from Australian darkwave pioneers, weaving melancholic vocals, driving post-punk rhythms, and atmospheric synths into a tapestry of introspective g

May 11, 2007 · Nile Records Australia

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This album is the sound of a midnight stroll through a forgotten city, wrapped in a trench coat of introspection and bittersweet nostalgia. Ikon masterfully blends the driving urgency of post-punk with the expansive, melancholic beauty of darkwave, creating a sound that is both danceable and deeply contemplative. It's for those moments when you want to feel the weight of emotion, but also find a strange comfort in its embrace. Own this if you seek atmospheric gothic rock with a timeless, brooding elegance.

Moments Worth Listening For
The moment a soaring, reverb-drenched guitar lead cuts through the driving rhythm section, elevating the melancholic mood to a bittersweet triumph.
The interplay between the prominent, melodic bassline and the crisp, precise drum machine patterns, creating a hypnotic, danceable gloom.
A vocal passage where the baritone delivery shifts to a more vulnerable, almost whispered tone, revealing a deeper layer of emotional fragility.
The sudden introduction of a shimmering synth pad that expands the sonic space, adding an ethereal depth to an otherwise grounded track.
Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does As Time Goes By sound next to the rest of Ikon's catalogue?

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