Album Review: Constant Light Intensity by Alfre
If you’re into electronic music with a techno edge, Constant Light Intensity by Alfre is one of those albums that sneaks up on you. Released in 2019 under Symphonic Distribution, this record feels like it’s been floating around the USA, Canada, and Europe just waiting for someone to give it some love. And honestly? It deserves it.
Let’s dive into two tracks that stuck with me. First off, “Liquid Crystal Displays”—man, this track hits different. It’s got this hypnotic beat that feels like staring at an old-school monitor late at night when your brain’s fried but you can’t stop scrolling. The synths are sharp yet smooth, kind of like how liquid crystals look both solid and fluid (yeah, I went there). There’s something about the way the layers build up—it pulls you deeper without ever getting overwhelming. You don’t even realize how hard you’re vibing until the track ends, and then you’re like, “Wait…what just happened?”
Then there’s the title track, “Constant Light Intensity.” This one’s a vibe all its own. It starts off minimal, almost too chill, but before long, it morphs into this pulsating energy that feels alive. Like, imagine walking through a city at night where every neon sign is flickering just slightly out of sync—it’s chaotic but oddly mesmerizing. That’s what this track does to your ears. By the end, you’re not sure whether you want to dance or sit quietly and think about life choices. Maybe both?
The other tracks, like “Dynamic Backlight Control” and “Electroluminescence,” keep the momentum going, though they didn’t leave as big a mark on me personally. They’re still solid, though—perfect background music if you’re coding, gaming, or pretending to be productive while doomscrolling.
What’s wild about this album is how unapologetically techy it feels. It’s not trying to be anything other than what it is: a sonic exploration of light, screens, and maybe our weird relationship with glowing rectangles. At times, it almost feels cold, but then you catch these little moments of warmth hiding in the beats. Kinda like how even the most soulless gadgets can make us feel things sometimes.
So yeah, Constant Light Intensity isn’t gonna blow everyone away, but if you dig introspective techno vibes, it’s worth a listen. Honestly, listening to it made me wonder if Alfre spends hours staring at screens like the rest of us—or if they’ve figured out how to turn digital burnout into art. Either way, props to them.
Oh, and here’s the kicker: after finishing the album, I turned off my phone for once. No joke. Not sure if that was Alfre’s plan, but hey, mission accomplished.
