Rustie - Glass Swords

Hey everyone! I've been totally MIA because exams have been killing me and they're still not over. But everyone needs an escape, right? Well, this is mine right here. A bit overdue, but Glasgow producer, Rustie f*cking kills it with his debut - Glass Swords. Fitchpork (Pitchfork) gave it an 8.0, saying it defines electro-pop this year. They're referring to how Rustie's sound, a blend of so many together, encapsulates our time in music at this very moment. It's all kinds of effed in the best way possible. Yes, we have mainstream electronic bullshit, but we still have underground artists slowly reaching the surface of the mainstream landscape who are constantly bringing new sounds to light. Rustie's Glass Swords reflects a strong desire to break out, but at the same time there's the desire to look back. He incorporates r&b, glitch, cheesy synths, and big bass lines all in a dubstep frame that makes for something that reminds me of the also great Hudson Mohwake (they're signed to the same Warp Records). Rustie definitely has room to grow, for his album after a third straight play or so starts to blend together in a mish-mash of psychedelic, glimmering bass music. I really can't say anything too negative about the guy though, because I'm pretty sure he's still in his teens and is miles better than a lotta the shit out there. Overall, this album is catchy as shit and is straight up feel good music that will make you feel like you can conquer the day, or at least your hangover. Below are my favorite songs of the album, hope you enjoy!

My favorite!

Rustie After Light


Rustie Surph


Rustie All Nite

One of the chillest songs on the record but still masterfully crafted:

Rustie Glass Swords

-Back with the Bass

Cheers!

~MAR