Just Big Hills

Just Big Hills creates a sonic space that feels like a physical refuge. It is built on the skeletal remains of post-rock, using the genre's signature tremolo guitars and expansive delays, but grafts them onto the steady, comforting pulse of lo-fi hip hop. The result is music that feels both vast and intimate, like looking at a mountain range through a dusty windowpane. The sound is defined by a soft-focus lens where every snare hit is muffled by tape hiss and every melody feels like a half-remembered dream.

What sets David Berman's project apart is the emotional weight he carries into the 'chill' genre. While many lo-fi producers aim for background wallpaper, Just Big Hills uses distorted vocal snippets and indie-inspired chord progressions to evoke a specific sense of longing and growth. There is a tangible connection to nature here; the tracks often feel like they are breathing, expanding and contracting with a slow, organic rhythm that mimics the rustle of leaves or the movement of clouds.

For those new to the project, the album 'Distance' is the perfect entry point. It captures the essence of the project's travel-based themes, offering a cohesive journey through melancholic yet hopeful soundscapes. It is ideal for moments of deep work, solitary travel, or the quiet hours of the morning when you need the world to stay still for just a little bit longer.