Album Review: 111 by Claudio PRC & Svart1
Alright, let’s talk about 111—the kind of album that sneaks up on you when you're not expecting much and then just blows your mind. Released in 2012 by German duo Claudio PRC and Svart1 under the Prologue label, this thing is a wild ride through experimental, ambient, and techno vibes. It’s like they took all these sounds from another dimension, threw them into a blender, and hit "puree." And honestly? I’m here for it.
First off, yeah, the title track “111” hits different. Like, how do you even describe it without sounding pretentious? It starts off slow—real atmospheric, almost like walking into a foggy forest at night. But then BAM, the beat drops, and suddenly you’re dancing alone in your room like no one’s watching. The layers are insane; there’s this deep bassline that feels like it’s vibrating in your chest while these eerie synths float around your head. You don’t just listen to “111,” man—it kinda consumes you. Every time I hear it, I feel like I’ve been transported somewhere else entirely. Maybe that’s why it stuck with me so hard.
Another standout has gotta be… well, actually, half the tracks don’t have names (which is kinda punk if you think about it). So let’s call out Track 3 because it deserves love too. This one leans more ambient than techno, but it’s got this hypnotic quality to it. Imagine lying on a beach made of static electricity, staring up at stars that aren’t really there. That’s what listening to this feels like. There’s something comforting yet unsettling about it, like it knows secrets you’ll never figure out. Weirdly enough, it makes me wanna write poetry or stare out windows for hours. Not bad for a bunch of bleeps and bloops, huh?
What’s cool about 111 is how unapologetically raw it feels. These guys didn’t try to smooth out the edges or make it radio-friendly—they went full-on avant-garde. And sure, some people might find it overwhelming or too abstract, but isn’t that the point of art? To push boundaries and mess with your brain a little?
Anyway, wrapping this up—I can’t help but think about how albums like 111 remind us that music doesn’t always need words to tell a story. Sometimes it just whispers—or screams—at you until you get it. Oh, and fun fact: every time I listen to this album, my cat acts super weird. She either stares at the speakers like she sees ghosts or runs away like her tail’s on fire. So maybe Claudio PRC & Svart1 are secretly making music for cats now? Who knows. Either way, worth a spin if you’re into stuff that challenges your ears and imagination.
