Album Review: I Believe There Will Be Saying Of Mass And Singing Of Dirges I Had No Notion They Came So Dear by Elizabeth Veldon
Let’s get one thing straight—this isn’t your typical “put it on in the background while you cook dinner” kind of album. Nope. This is a deep dive into soundscapes that feel like they’re crawling outta some cosmic void. Elizabeth Veldon, hailing from the UK and self-releasing this gem under her own label in 2016, has crafted something raw, haunting, and kinda unforgettable. The genre? Electronic. The style? Drone. But don’t let those labels fool ya—this ain’t just noise for noise’s sake.
The title track, I Believe There Will Be Saying Of Mass And Singing Of Dirges, I Had No Notion They Came So Dear, hits hard right off the bat. It starts with this low, buzzing hum that feels like standing too close to an amp at a gig—it vibrates through you. Then comes these faint whispers, almost like voices trying to reach you through layers of static. You can’t quite make out what they’re saying (or maybe you don’t wanna), but it sticks with you. Like when you hear church bells echoing late at night—it’s beautiful, sure, but there’s also something unsettling about it. That tension keeps pulling me back.
Another standout moment is buried deeper in the mix—I’m not even gonna pretend I caught all the track names because honestly, this album flows more like one big ritual than separate songs. But there’s this section where the drone shifts ever so slightly, introducing these high-pitched tones that wobble like they’re alive. It’s disorienting, yeah, but in the best way possible. Feels like staring into a kaleidoscope made of shadows. If that sounds weirdly poetic, well, blame Veldon for making music that sparks thoughts like that.
What makes this record stick is how unpolished yet deliberate it feels. There’s no glossy sheen here, no attempt to smooth over the rough edges. Instead, every crackle and hiss seems intentional, adding texture to the experience. Listening to it feels less like entertainment and more like witnessing someone unravel their inner world—and honestly, that’s rare these days.
So, would I recommend this? Depends who you ask. If you’re looking for catchy hooks or lyrics to sing along to, nah, this ain’t it. But if you dig art that challenges you, music that sits heavy in your chest long after the last note fades, then yeah, give this a spin. Just don’t expect answers—only questions.
Final thought? After listening to this album, I found myself wondering if drones dream of electric sheep. Yeah, I went there.
