John Tejada follows his 2015 album Signs Under Test (KOMP 119CD/KOM 321LP) with an EP on his acclaimed Palette label. "Dramamine" and "Code Ext" form a refined blend of haunting phrases and grooves that flows with vibrancy and challenge familiarity. Each track is unique, yet they thrive together with a warm cohesion. "Cipher" and "Clairaudience" tie up the release with engaging rhythm-al-ism and well-crafted synth melodies. "Cipher" builds upon the previous tracks' emoted pulses and transitions hypnotically into "Clairaudience." The final track weaves visions from the listener's deepest sleep into sounds and beats that breathe beyond the limitations of dreaming.
