Low
– Hey What
Low’s Hey What, released in 2021, is a transformative and emotionally potent album that cements the band’s legacy as sonic innovators. The record builds on the experimental groundwork laid by their previous work, Double Negative, but pushes even further into the abstract with a stark, minimalistic approach and distorted soundscapes that are as disorienting as they are captivating.
The album’s production, helmed by BJ Burton, is integral to its impact. The duo’s harmonies are juxtaposed against glitchy, fractured instrumentation, creating an atmosphere that feels both intimate and otherworldly. This tension mirrors the emotional depth of the album, as it explores themes of connection, loss, and perseverance with unflinching honesty.
Hey What stands as a daring artistic statement, challenging the conventions of rock and indie music while maintaining the poignant beauty that has always defined Low’s work. It’s a bold and uncompromising record, offering a listening experience that is as haunting as it is transcendent.