Album Review: CDRT by Florian Tositti – A Sonic Adventure Worth Taking
If you're into music that feels more like an experience than just something to hum along to, Florian Tositti's CDRT might be right up your alley. Released back in 2012 under the Not On Label banner (yep, totally DIY vibes), this French gem dives deep into the realms of Musique Concrète, Field Recording, and Experimental sounds. It’s not your typical "put it on while cooking dinner" kind of album—this one demands your attention.
First off, let me say this: I wasn’t sure what to expect when I hit play. The genres listed are Electronic and Non-Music, which honestly sounds kinda pretentious at first glance. But here’s the thing—it works. This record is less about catchy hooks and more about textures, layers, and moments that make you pause mid-bite of your sandwich because… wait, what was that sound?
One track that stuck with me is “…”. Yeah, no title—it’s literally three dots. At first listen, it felt chaotic, like someone dumped a box of random audio snippets onto my headphones. But as I kept listening, patterns started emerging. There’s this eerie loop of what sounds like distant footsteps mixed with faint whispers—or maybe it’s wind? Hard to tell, but it’s hauntingly cool. It’s the kind of track that makes you want to close your eyes and imagine you’re wandering through some abandoned factory or alien planet. You won’t forget it anytime soon.
Another standout moment comes from another unnamed piece (seriously, most tracks don’t have titles). This one opens with what could only be described as metallic pings clinking against each other, layered over low, droning hums. It builds slowly, almost imperceptibly, until suddenly you realize you’re fully immersed in this strange sonic world. It’s hypnotic in a way that feels accidental yet deliberate all at once. Like, did Tositti plan for it to feel so otherworldly, or did he just get lucky? Either way, it slaps.
What I love about CDRT is how unapologetically experimental it is. There’s no attempt to sugarcoat anything or make it “accessible.” Tositti seems content letting listeners either connect with his work or bounce entirely—and honestly, respect for that. It’s refreshing to hear an artist who doesn’t care if everyone gets it.
In the end, this album reminds me of those old Choose Your Own Adventure books. Sometimes it leads you down weird paths, but the journey itself is half the fun. Just don’t go expecting easy answers or sing-along choruses. Oh, and here’s a random thought: If robots ever start making their own playlists, I bet they’d include this album. Food for thought, huh?
