If no other means are effective
As someone who’s been following Room of Wires for years, I’m continually amazed by the unique connection this duo creates—especially considering they craft such immersive soundscapes without ever sharing the same physical space. Their fourth album, “If no other means are effective”, takes their signature blend of industrial IDM into even more intriguing territory. There’s a sense of shadow and introspection throughout, but what strikes me most is how the music never feels weighed down by gloom. Instead, it’s filled with moments of space and gentle revelation, where nostalgia and shimmering tones float just beneath the surface. Tracks like “Around the Sun and Back” burst forward with dynamic energy and sharp, evolving rhythms, while songs such as “Kin Evil” pull you in with more subtle, echoing textures and hints of vocals that feel both distant and intimate. I also found myself drawn to the emotive glitches and abstract threads that run through “Grand Tourism” and “Permission to Play.” For me, “River Burial” stands out as a beautifully atmospheric moment—almost like discovering a forgotten soundtrack from another world. What I love most about this album is how it allows the listener to wander and reflect, never fully lost in darkness, but always guided by flickers of light and memory. Room of Wires continues to expand their sound in ways that feel both innovative and comfortingly familiar.