Intermission

Released in 2015 on Ghostly International, Intermission serves as a crucial connective tissue in Shigeto's (Zach Saginaw) discography. Following the expansive 'No Better Time Than Now,' this EP distills his signature blend of Detroit techno heritage and jazz training into a more concise, atmospheric package. The record is notable for its heavy emphasis on live-recorded percussion, moving away from the grid-locked patterns of contemporary electronica toward a more fluid, improvisational feel. Critical reception highlighted the EP's ability to balance complex polyrhythms with accessible, melodic synth work. It stands as a testament to Saginaw's ability to humanize the machine, using the 'intermission' concept to explore more experimental, vignette-style compositions that might not fit a full-length narrative but offer a deep, focused look at his rhythmic philosophy.