Copenhagen’s foremost aural travelers are back and bearing new music. True to their distinct sound, Papir return with another chapter in their ongoing sonic journey. Terms like post-rock, ambient rock, psychedelia, and krautrock may circle their sound, but none quite capture its shimmering, elusive magic.
IX is a wide-open record in every sense. From the flowing compositions – which linger but never overstay, jam and unfold organically – to the wonderful airy production, you get the sense of being both in studio with the band and simultaneously on the beach with wind blowing through your hair.
In addition to the ever free-flowing nature of the band’s live recordings, additions such as synthesizer or extra percussion appear always tastefully right when needed, adding the perfect seasoning on top.
Elder is perfect music to listen and drift along with the sound. Then they'll hit you with a riff in a wall of sound to give you stank face in all the good ways. Mr. Roberto
Prog rock-#1 in my top 3 Elder albums after Reflections and Lore, absolutely fantastic! It’s a “loop album” that never gets old over time. I spin it “all the time”. Halcyon and One light retreating are stand outs. A required purchase for the Elder/prog rock fan. FFO, Rush-Tool-Rishloo. Sam Damon