Track: “Lucky U Stayed” by Kilimanjaro
For almost two years now, the Swedish post dubstep duo of Aron Jensen and Patrick Alexander Bech-Madsen have been cranking out jams together as Kilimanjaro. What I really like about them is that Kilimanjaro found a way to successfully mix live instruments with electronically synthesized tones. This kind of future garage, ambient 2 step is exactly where I think a lot of bands are going to be heading in future times. Bedroom pop is on the rise and these young artists at the forefront of the movement have to capitalize while they can and are still relevant. What’s funny about it is that the track featured below, which is off of the free compilation album Polaron Selections #1 is titled “Lucky U Stayed”. I feel like this is directed towards the fan base and maybe their devout supporters. If so, count me in. & To answer your question, Kilimanjaro: “Yes. Yes, I am lucky.” Stay tuned for future updates/coverage of these two. We’ll be sure to keep you posted.
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