High Water is the primary musical vehicle for Will Epstein, a multi-instrumentalist whose work sits at the intersection of experimental electronica, jazz, and psychedelic soul. Emerging from the same creative circle as Nicolas Jaar, Epstein's sound is deeply informed by his background as a jazz saxophonist, which he integrates into a minimalist electronic framework.
His debut EP, The Beautiful Moon, and subsequent full-length, Crush, were released on Jaar's Other People label, cementing his place in the 'Blue-Wave' or avant-electronic scene of the mid-2010s. The project is characterized by a high degree of sonic spatiality, utilizing heavy reverb and analog tape saturation to create a 'submerged' aesthetic. Critically, High Water is praised for bridging the gap between the technical rigor of jazz and the emotional immediacy of art pop. His work often features collaborations with members of the Dave Harrington Group, reflecting a shared interest in deconstructing rock and jazz tropes through an electronic lens. The project remains a cult favorite for its ability to evoke a specific late-night, urban melancholy that is both sophisticated and raw.
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Shares analog_warmth, minimalist, reverb_heavy (production style); mysterious, contemplative, wistful (moods)
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