Album Review: Double K EP by Atilla
Released in 2012 under the Segundo label, Double K EP by Atilla is a solid entry in the US electronic music scene, leaning heavily into the techno genre. It’s not groundbreaking, but it’s got this raw energy that sticks with you. The album’s minimalist approach and unpolished edges give it an authenticity that feels rare in today’s overly produced world of electronic music.
Two tracks stand out for me: “Kuzu Kord” and “Kolpa Kord.” Now, “Kuzu Kord” hits hard right from the start. Its pulsating bassline feels like it’s breathing, almost alive, while the high-pitched synths slice through the mix like a knife. You can tell Atilla wasn’t trying to overcomplicate things here—just straight-up groove. It’s one of those tracks that makes you nod your head even when you’re just sitting at your desk pretending to work.
Then there’s “Kolpa Kord,” which takes a slightly different route. This one’s darker, moodier, with a rhythm that feels like it’s stalking you. The layers build up slowly, teasing you until the beat drops and slaps you in the face (in a good way). There’s something hypnotic about how the percussion loops around your brain, refusing to let go. It’s the kind of track that could easily soundtrack a late-night drive through empty city streets or a dimly lit warehouse rave.
What I appreciate most about Double K EP is its restraint. Atilla doesn’t overload the tracks with unnecessary frills. Instead, he lets the music speak for itself, focusing on textures and rhythms that feel both primal and futuristic. Sure, some might call it repetitive, but isn’t repetition kinda the point of techno?
Here’s the thing though—listening to this EP made me realize how much we take simplicity for granted in music. In a world obsessed with maximalism, Double K EP reminds us that sometimes less really is more. And honestly? That’s kinda refreshing.
P.S. Fun fact: I listened to “Kuzu Kord” three times in a row before realizing I was doing it. Guess that says something about its replay value, huh?
