Superior Things by CYRK: A Techno Joyride You Didn’t Know You Needed
Alright, let’s get this straight—CYRK’s Superior Things isn’t just another techno album. Released in 2019 under Germany’s Vakant label (you know, the ones who always seem to nail that gritty electronic vibe), it’s more like a late-night drive through neon-lit streets where every turn feels both familiar and kinda dangerous. The genre? Electronic. The styles? Techno and electro. And trust me, it’s as punchy as your favorite energy drink at 3 AM.
Now, I gotta say, the artwork by SEO is slick—it’s minimal but packs a punch, much like the music itself. Andreas Kauffelt handled mastering AND lacquer cutting, which probably explains why everything sounds so damn crisp. Like, if you listen on headphones, you might just feel your brain doing somersaults. But enough about the technical stuff; let’s dive into the tracks.
First up, “Chappers Said So”—and yes, there are two versions of this banger because one clearly wasn’t enough. The original mix hits hard right outta the gate, with thumping beats and these weird little synth stabs that sound like they’re mocking you. It’s hypnotic in a way that makes you want to move, even if you’re sitting on your couch eating chips. Then comes the Voiski Remix, which throws all subtlety out the window. This version is darker, edgier, and honestly? Way more fun. There’s something about how Voiski twists the melody into an almost sinister loop that sticks with you long after the track ends. Like, I caught myself humming it while waiting for my coffee yesterday, and people definitely thought I was losing it.
Another standout is “Heatwave.” Man, this track is pure fire (pun intended). It starts off slow, teasing you with soft pads and distant echoes before BAM—it slaps you awake with a bassline so thick you could spread it on toast. The whole thing builds and builds until you’re practically levitating off your chair. Honestly, I don’t know what kind of heatwave CYRK was imagining when they made this, but I’m here for it.
As for the rest of the album, tracks like “Superior Things” keep the energy flowing without ever feeling repetitive. Each song has its own personality, yet they all fit together like pieces of some bizarre sonic puzzle. It’s like CYRK took random scraps of metal, glass, and electricity, threw them into a blender, and somehow ended up with gold.
So yeah, Superior Things is worth your time, especially if you’re into techno that actually does something instead of just playing background noise at clubs. If anything, it reminds me of those moments when life feels chaotic but oddly beautiful at the same time. Or maybe that’s just me overthinking things again. Either way, give it a spin—you won’t regret it.
Oh, and one last thing: whoever decided to put two versions of “Chappers Said So” on here deserves a medal. Seriously. Two remixes of the same track shouldn’t work, but somehow, it totally does. Maybe CYRK knows something we don’t. Or maybe they just really liked the name “Chappers.” Who knows?
