Album Review: Don’t Leave Soon by Aaron Yabrov
Alright, let’s talk about Don’t Leave Soon by Aaron Yabrov. Released in 2013 under the German label 8910pm, this album is a wild mix of rock and electronic vibes with some lo-fi, drone, and experimental twists thrown in for good measure. If you’re into music that feels like it’s got layers you can peel back forever, this one might just be your jam.
First off, the title track, “Don’t Leave Soon,” hits you with this moody, atmospheric vibe right outta the gate. It’s not trying too hard to impress—it just kinda floats there, pulling you in like a warm but slightly unsettling dream. The blend of crunchy guitar riffs and these glitchy electronic bits creates this push-and-pull thing that sticks with you. Like, I remember listening to it late at night, staring at the ceiling, and thinking, “Wait… is this song alive?” It’s hypnotic in the best way possible.
Then there’s “Don’t Leave Soon Part 2,” which feels like the older sibling who shows up after you’ve already met the first one. It’s darker, heavier, and honestly? A little weirder. The drone elements really take center stage here, almost like the song’s daring you to stick around and figure it out. There’s this moment near the middle where everything drops out except for this faint buzzing sound—it’s so simple, but man, it gives me chills every time. Feels like standing on the edge of something big, even if you’re just sitting on your couch.
What I love about this album is how unapologetically itself it is. It doesn’t care if you “get” it or not. Some tracks feel unfinished, others loop endlessly, but somehow it all works together. It’s like Yabrov took all these fragments of ideas and stitched them into something raw and real.
Here’s the random thought I’ll leave you with: Listening to Don’t Leave Soon feels like walking through an abandoned building at sunset. You know it’s probably not safe, but there’s something beautiful about the way the light hits the broken windows. Weird analogy? Maybe. But hey, that’s what this album does to ya.
So yeah, give it a spin if you’re into stuff that’s a little left-of-center. Just don’t blame me if it messes with your head in the best way possible.
