Album Review: Goopy Dry by Free Babyronia & Ramza
Released in 2020 under the label AUN Mute, Goopy Dry is a genre-blurring gem that sits at the intersection of Hip Hop and Electronic music. With its downtempo grooves and experimental edge, this collaboration between Free Babyronia and Ramza feels like a late-night drive through an unfamiliar city—equal parts eerie, hypnotic, and oddly comforting. The album’s artwork, handled by Yukio Rodriguez, perfectly mirrors its sonic vibe: abstract, textured, and slightly unsettling.
The standout tracks here are "Shine On" and "Sunny Day," each leaving a distinct mark for different reasons. "Shine On" kicks things off with a beat that feels like it's stumbling forward but somehow lands on its feet every time. Free Babyronia’s production shines (pun intended) with layers of glitchy synths and chopped-up vocal samples that swirl around you like a foggy dream. It’s one of those tracks where you can almost see the sound—it’s tactile, immersive, and kinda hard to shake off once it’s over.
On the flip side, "Sunny Day" offers a more subdued yet equally captivating experience. Produced by Ramza, this track feels like lying on a patch of grass during an overcast afternoon, unsure if the sun will break through. The percussion is sparse but deliberate, letting the melancholic melodies take center stage. There’s something about the way the keys linger in the background—it’s soothing but tinged with just enough sadness to keep you hooked. These two tracks alone showcase the range and chemistry between the producers, making Goopy Dry feel cohesive despite its eclectic nature.
Credit also goes to AUN Mastering for polishing these tracks into their final form without losing their raw, experimental spirit. And let’s not forget the other cuts like “Straight (New Suburb)” and “A Killer,” which add depth to the project but don’t quite hit the same highs as the standouts.
What sticks with me most about Goopy Dry isn’t any single lyric or melody—it’s how the whole thing makes me feel. Listening to it feels like flipping through someone else’s journal, catching fragments of thoughts and emotions that don’t fully connect but still resonate deeply.
Unexpectedly, I found myself thinking about food while listening to this album. Maybe it’s the gooey, slow-moving textures? Or maybe it’s because good art always leaves room for weird connections. Either way, Goopy Dry is worth your time if you’re into music that challenges as much as it comforts.
