Review by Kah
Album Review: Momentary Disruptions by Klienfeld & Krames
Alright, let’s talk about Momentary Disruptions. This 2016 release by Klienfeld & Krames is one of those albums that sneaks up on you. You’re not expecting much at first—just another techno record from the US under Terminator Records—but then it hits. And when it hits, it sticks.
The vibe? Pure electronic grit with a techno heartbeat. It’s not trying to reinvent the wheel here, but man, does it make the wheel spin smoothly. The album’s got four tracks, and while they all bring something to the table, two stood out for me in particular: “Disruptor” and “Disruptions.”
“Disruptor” kicks things off with this relentless energy. It’s like someone took a bunch of broken circuits, threw them into a blender, and hit puree. But instead of chaos, you get this hypnotic groove that just doesn’t quit. There’s something about the way the bassline locks in with these glitchy little bleeps—it’s not perfect, but that’s what makes it memorable. Feels raw, almost like they didn’t overthink it, and honestly? That’s why I keep coming back.
Then there’s “Disruptions,” which closes the album. If “Disruptor” is the wild intro, this one’s the thoughtful outro. It’s slower, moodier, and packed with these atmospheric layers that feel like staring out at a city skyline at 3 AM. You know, when everything’s quiet except for the hum of neon lights? Yeah, that’s this track. It’s the kind of song that makes you sit back and think, “Huh. Life’s weird.”
Oh, and how could I forget the remix? “Disruptor (Housemeister Medley)” gives the original track a fresh coat of paint. It’s bouncier, more playful, like someone injected it with a shot of caffeine. Not my favorite version, but it’s cool to see how different producers can twist the same idea.
What really struck me about Momentary Disruptions is how unapologetically itself it is. It doesn’t try to be some deep, philosophical masterpiece or a chart-topping banger. It’s just… good music. Like, you put it on, and suddenly your boring commute feels like a scene from a sci-fi movie.
Here’s the random thought I’ll leave you with: listening to this album feels like being inside an old-school video game where nothing ever loads properly, but you don’t care because it’s kinda fun anyway. Weird analogy? Maybe. Accurate? Absolutely.
So yeah, if you’re into techno that’s equal parts chaotic and chill, give Momentary Disruptions a spin. Just don’t blame me if you start hearing glitches in your sleep.
