Album Review: PoltergeistRighteous Dub by Kaiten
So, here’s the deal—Kaiten dropped this little gem back in 2015 called PoltergeistRighteous Dub. It’s an electronic album with some serious dubstep vibes, and honestly? It’s one of those records that sneaks up on you when you least expect it. Released under Sure State (a US-based label), this two-track wonder packs more punch than you’d think for something so short.
Let’s dive into the tracks, shall we? First up is “Poltergeist.” Man, this one’s got teeth. From the get-go, it throws these eerie, glitchy sounds at you like a haunted house on steroids. The bassline is just… ugh, ridiculous. Like, I swear my chest vibrated every time it hit. It’s not just noise though—it’s got this weirdly hypnotic rhythm to it, almost like your brain knows it shouldn’t enjoy it but can’t help itself. Every time I hear it, I picture some shadowy figure lurking in the dark corners of my mind. Creepy? Yeah. But also kinda brilliant.
Then there’s “Righteous Dub,” which flips the vibe entirely. If “Poltergeist” is all about chaos, this track feels like finding calm after a storm. It still has that signature wobble bass Kaiten loves, but it’s smoother, more laid-back. There’s this one section where the synths just float around like they’re weightless—it’s soothing, man. Weirdly enough, I kept catching myself zoning out while listening to it, like my brain needed a break from reality for a sec. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not boring; it’s just… comforting? Like a warm blanket made of sound waves.
What really sticks with me about this album is how different these two tracks are, yet they still feel connected. You can tell Kaiten put thought into crafting each piece without losing his unique style. And hey, props to him for keeping things tight—no filler tracks here, just straight-up quality.
Here’s the thing: as much as I love big, sprawling albums with 10+ songs, sometimes simplicity wins. This mini-album proves you don’t need hours of music to make an impact. Honestly, I didn’t think a two-track release could stick in my head like this, but here we are. Maybe Kaiten knew exactly what he was doing—or maybe he just got lucky. Either way, I’m glad this landed in my playlist.
Oh, and random thought: if ghosts had playlists, I bet “Poltergeist” would be their go-to jam. Just saying.
