Twelve Processing by DJ Sodeyama: A Journey Through Techno and Beyond
If you’re into techno that messes with your head in all the right ways, Twelve Processing by DJ Sodeyama is an album you can’t sleep on. Released back in 2015 under Moph Record (Japan’s hidden gem of a label), this thing hits hard but also sneaks up on you when you least expect it. It’s not just techno—it’s got breaks, ambient vibes, and moments where you’re like, “Wait…what genre even IS this?” And honestly? That’s what makes it so damn good.
Let me tell you about two tracks I keep coming back to because they’ve stuck in my brain like gum under a desk. First off, there’s “Gogh’s Ear”—and yeah, I know, weird name—but stay with me here. The original version feels raw, almost gritty, like someone took Vincent van Gogh’s chaotic mind and turned it into sound waves. Then comes the Mergrim remix, which flips everything upside down. Suddenly, it’s less chaos and more...controlled madness? Like watching fireworks explode in slow motion. Every beat pulls at something deep inside you, making you wanna move but also sit still and think. Weird combo, right? But somehow, it works.
Then there’s “Touch The Flavors,” which might as well be renamed “How to Make Your Soul Tingle.” This track doesn’t rush itself—it builds slowly, layer by layer, until you’re completely immersed. There are these little glitches and echoes that feel accidental, like mistakes, but nope—they’re totally intentional. By the time the bass kicks in fully, you’re already hooked. It’s one of those songs that makes you close your eyes mid-commute and pretend you’re floating through space or whatever. Super cinematic without needing any visuals.
But let’s talk real quick about how DJ Sodeyama plays with repetition throughout the album. Tracks like “The Way In The Truth” show up twice, but they don’t feel redundant. Instead, hearing them again feels familiar, like running into an old friend who looks slightly different than before. Same goes for “14.4 Billion Of Eyes”—the second playthrough hits harder because now you get it. You’ve been listening long enough to catch the subtleties he throws in.
What really gets me though is how Twelve Processing balances intensity with calm. One moment you’re vibing to heavy, driving beats (“Body Panels”), and the next you’re drowning in lush, dreamy soundscapes (“Pleasant Scent”). It’s like DJ Sodeyama knows exactly when to punch you in the gut and when to give you a hug.
Here’s the kicker: after spending hours diving into this album, I realized something kinda funny. For an album called Twelve Processing, it doesn’t feel processed at all. None of it sounds overly polished or fake-perfect. Instead, it’s messy in the best way possible—raw edges, unexpected twists, and plenty of room for your imagination to wander. Kinda poetic, isn’t it?
So yeah, if you need some new tunes to lose yourself in, grab this album. Just don’t blame me if you start zoning out during meetings or staring blankly at walls while pretending you’re part of a sci-fi movie soundtrack.
