Urn - Surprise Me

Prepare for an auditory odyssey like no other. On 'Surprise Me,' URN embarks on a sonic expedition that defies categorisation and embraces boundless creativity. Much like its predecessor on Weltschmerzen, 'DEVEQUT,' the new album refuses to be confined to a single genre, instead inviting listeners into a realm where musical boundaries blur and innovation reigns supreme.

As the fourth solo endeavour from URN, 'Surprise Me' promises a multifaceted listening experience. Neither purely electronic nor acoustic, it occupies a space all its own, weaving together elements of jazz, post-metal, trap, experimental electronica, but also spaghetti western. All with effortless finesse.

At the helm of this sonic voyage is Jakub Volovar, a stalwart figure on the Slovak experimental music scene. From his roots in the thunderous riffs of the post-metal duo 'Dawn to Come', to the ethereal soundscapes of post-jazz trio 'Inheritance,' Volovar's musical evolution has been nothing short of mesmerising. With 'Surprise Me,' he invites us once again into his enigmatic world, where each track offers a glimpse into the depths of his imagination and emotion.

While doom lurks in the shadows of URN's music, it never overtakes the narrative. Instead, it manifests in subtlety, adding depth and texture to an already rich tapestry of sound. Here, gloom is not a crutch but a carefully wielded tool, a testament to Volovar’s mastery of his craft.

Collage is the name of the game, and URN executes this flawlessly. Across nine tracks, 'Surprise Me' guides us through a kaleidoscope of sounds, from haunting melodies to pulsating rhythms, leaving us spellbound at every turn. So, brace yourself for what lies ahead, because with URN, the only constant is the unexpected.