Producer and composer Thomas Mühlhoff, better known as millhope, with drummer Alex Höffken and singer Jenny Thiele, releases his latest track, “Prototype.” Melding rock, ambient, synthpop, abstract IDM leftfield, and electro subgenres, this composition unfolds as a dreamy, multifaceted journey towards ascending serenity.
From the onset, the drifting and curving guitar riffs swing into motion with layers of inundating and shimmering sound effects. Jenny Thiele sensationally sings in the midst of the music with ethereally breathy vocals. As her voice resonates through the track, it sublimely harmonizes with the instrumental layers. Alex Höffken’s drumming provides the rhythmic backbone, ensuring a cohesive and dynamic musical journey. Recorded in their home studio, the track encapsulates the raw and authentic essence of their creative process.
Heaving and glinting, the track ventures into slightly melancholic yet sombrely sweet realms. It maintains a dynamic posture with Mühlhoff’s composing, Thiele’s ethereal vocals, and Höffken splashing the music with crashing waves of his drums.
“Prototype” masterfully transitions between moods, evoking a range of emotions. The composition unfolds with calm and chill vibes, creating a dreamy atmosphere that feels both happy and mellow. The trippy undertones contribute to a sense of exploration and discovery, and even relaxation.
millhope’s “Prototype” stands as a captivating exploration of sound, blending diverse influences into a cohesive and mesmerizing composition.
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Review By: Naomi Joan