GRKZGL Flatgrey - GRKZGL Flatgrey Album Review (2012)
Alright, let’s talk about GRKZGL Flatgrey, the self-titled debut from this Canadian noise project. Released in 2012 under Brise-Cul Records, it’s one of those albums that feels like it crawled out of a dark basement somewhere in Montreal and just slapped you across the face with its raw energy. If you’re into experimental electronic stuff, this is gonna be right up your alley—or at least something to make your ears go “what the hell?”
The genre here is electronic, but don’t expect chill beats or anything remotely danceable. This is straight-up noise, man. It’s abrasive, glitchy, and kinda unhinged in the best way possible. Two tracks that really stuck with me are Insécabilite Aiguë and Meter And Measure. Let me break ‘em down for ya real quick.
First up, Insécabilite Aiguë. Oh man, this track hits hard. From the very first second, it’s like someone took a malfunctioning fax machine and turned it into music. The layers of distortion build up so fast, it almost feels like sensory overload—but in a good way? Like, you can tell there’s some kind of structure buried under all the chaos, but you gotta dig for it. It’s not easy listening by any stretch, but damn if it doesn’t leave an impression. I kept coming back to it because it’s one of those songs that makes you wanna figure out what the heck is going on.
Then there’s Meter And Measure. This one’s a bit more rhythmic compared to the rest of the album, but don’t get too comfy—it still sounds like a robot having a meltdown. There’s this weird industrial pulse running through it, and every now and then these sharp, jarring noises cut through like shards of glass. It’s hypnotic in a way, though. You find yourself zoning out, then suddenly snapping back when another layer of sound crashes in. Honestly, it’s the kind of thing you’d want playing while working on some dystopian sci-fi art project.
What’s wild about GRKZGL Flatgrey is how unapologetically messy it is. Most albums try to smooth things over, make everything sound polished and radio-friendly. Not this one. It’s like the artist said, “Nah, screw that,” and just went full throttle into the sonic abyss. And honestly? That’s exactly why it works.
So yeah, if you’re looking for background music to relax to, maybe skip this one. But if you wanna hear something that challenges you, something that feels alive even in its ugliness, give GRKZGL Flatgrey a shot. Just don’t blame me if your cat runs out of the room screaming.
Reflection time: Listening to this album made me realize how much we take clean, predictable sounds for granted. Sometimes, it’s nice to embrace the chaos—even if it gives you a headache later. Also, whoever named the tracks deserves an award. Try saying “Insécabilite Aiguë” five times fast without messing it up. Good luck with that.
