Album Review: Ništa Mars by Dako Loop Orchestra
Released in 2018 under the Serbian label Етикета 4, Ništa Mars by Dako Loop Orchestra is a genre-blurring experiment that fuses electronic beats with rock sensibilities. The album dabbles in styles like Future Jazz, Coldwave, Ambient, and Glitch, creating a soundscape that feels both nostalgic and futuristic. It’s not your typical listen—this is an album that demands attention.
The opening track, "Situacija," grabs you right away. Its glitchy percussion layered over moody synths sets a tone that’s hard to pin down. Is it anxious? Hypnotic? Maybe both. The track builds gradually, pulling you into its strange world. What sticks with me is how it balances chaos and calm—it’s like staring at a storm through a window while sipping coffee. You’re safe, but the energy outside keeps you hooked.
Then there’s the title track, "Ništa Mars." This one feels like a journey through a dystopian cityscape at night. The bassline is deep and brooding, almost cinematic, while sharp electronic glitches punctuate the atmosphere like neon signs flickering in the rain. It’s haunting yet oddly beautiful, leaving a lasting impression long after the final note fades.
Dako Loop Orchestra wears multiple hats here—as musicians, producers, and architects of sound. They’ve crafted something raw and unpolished, which ironically makes it feel more authentic. There’s no attempt to smooth out the edges or cater to mainstream trends, and that’s refreshing.
One thing I didn’t expect? How Ništa Mars lingers in your mind—not just as music, but as an experience. Listening to it feels like flipping through pages of a graphic novel where every panel tells a different story. And honestly, isn’t that what great albums should do? Leave you thinking, “What did I just witness?”
In a world obsessed with instant hits, Ništa Mars dares to be different. Give it a spin if you're ready for something that challenges as much as it entertains.
