Vision EP Part 2: A Techno Trip Worth Taking
Danny Andersen’s Vision EP Part 2 might’ve dropped way back in 2007, but this Canadian gem still feels like it’s beaming straight from the future. Released under the Restructured label, this little slice of techno heaven doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel—it just makes the wheel spin faster, smoother, and with a whole lot more vibes.
Let’s talk tracks, because that’s where the magic happens. First up, “Reflection.” This one hits you like a cold splash of water after a night out—sharp, invigorating, and kinda sobering in the best way possible. It’s not overly complicated, but damn if it doesn’t stick to your brain like gum on a summer sidewalk. The pulsing beat paired with these eerie, almost otherworldly synths? Yeah, that combo feels like staring at your own shadow in a room full of mirrors. You’re not quite sure what you’re looking at, but you can’t look away either.
Then there’s “Technology Part II,” which is basically the soundtrack to every dystopian sci-fi movie you’ve ever binge-watched at 3 a.m. It’s got this relentless energy that just builds and builds, layering sounds until you’re not sure if you’re dancing or freaking out (or both). There’s something oddly human about how mechanical it feels—if robots had feelings, they’d probably make music like this.
Now, I’ll admit, “Red Giant” didn’t grab me as much as the other two, but hey, even the quieter moments on this EP feel intentional, like Andersen knew exactly when to let you breathe before dragging you back into the chaos.
What’s wild about Vision EP Part 2 is how it manages to sound both dated and timeless. Sure, it’s got that mid-2000s electronic edge, but it also feels like it could slide seamlessly into a playlist today. Maybe that’s the thing about good techno—it doesn’t really age; it just evolves alongside us.
So yeah, Danny Andersen might not be a household name, but Vision EP Part 2 proves he’s got the chops. Listening to it feels like finding an old mixtape in the back of your closet and realizing it’s still got some of the best jams you’ve ever heard. Weird thought to end on, but…what if the future already happened, and this album is proof?
