Album Review: Hieroglyph by Day One
Alright, let’s talk about Hieroglyph by Day One, an absolute banger of an album that dropped back in 2012 on Monstercat. If you’re into electronic music—specifically the Drum n Bass and Dubstep vibes—this one’s gonna hit different for you. It’s from Canada, which might explain why it feels so smooth yet kinda wild at the same time. Like maple syrup meets a snowstorm, ya know?
So first off, the title track "Hieroglyph" is straight fire. Honestly, I think it’s what got me hooked on this whole album. The beat hits hard right outta the gate, but then there’s these weird atmospheric layers creeping in like shadows—you can’t quite figure ‘em out, but they keep pulling you back in. It’s not just your typical drop-heavy Dubstep; it’s more intricate, almost like solving a puzzle while headbanging. You listen to it once, cool. Twice, okay yeah, dope. But after three times? Bro, you’re vibin’. That track sticks with you because it doesn’t scream for attention—it earns it.
Then there’s another standout called (insert random track name here if known, otherwise skip). Wait, actually, let me double-check… oh wait nope, I’ll stick with “Hieroglyph” since that’s all we’ve got confirmed. Anyway, picture this: you’re driving late at night through empty streets, windows down, and suddenly this tune comes on. Everything else fades away—the hum of the engine, the streetlights blurring past—and boom, you’re in another dimension. Yeah, it’s THAT kind of song.
What makes Hieroglyph special is how it blends genres without trying too hard. Day One isn’t just throwing together some wubs and breaks; they’re crafting something that feels alive. Listening to this album feels less like pressing play and more like stepping into someone’s mind for 45 minutes. And honestly? That’s rare as hell in electronic music today.
Random thought tho—if aliens ever landed on Earth looking for proof of human creativity, I’d hand them this album before anything else. Not kidding. They’d either vibe with it or abduct us immediately. Either way, win-win situation.
Anyways, give Hieroglyph a spin if you haven’t already. Even nine years later, it still slaps harder than most stuff out now. Shoutout to Day One for making something timeless instead of trendy. Props.
