Pobeg V Budushee by Kokobloko n Friendz: A Psychedelic Joyride You Can’t Ignore
If you’re into electronic music and haven’t heard Pobeg V Budushee yet, man, you’re missing out. Released back in 2012 under Zourlia Records (Greece), this album feels like a wild trip through some neon-lit dreamscape where everything glows just slightly too bright. It’s Psy-Trance at its core—pulsating beats, swirling synths, and those hypnotic rhythms that make your brain go "Whoa, what is even real anymore?"
Let me cut straight to the chase here. Two tracks stuck with me hard: “Pobeg V Budushee” (the title track) and “Midnight Ninja.” The first one? Damn. It’s got this eerie vibe that sneaks up on ya, kinda like walking alone at night when the streetlights flicker weirdly. The build-up is slow but steady—hence the name—and then BAM! It drops so hard it feels like your soul left your body for a sec. I swear, Mario Sounoglou (producer/writer/mastermind behind most of this madness) knew exactly how to mess with people’s heads.
Then there’s “Midnight Ninja,” which is pure chaos wrapped in badassery. Like… imagine if ninjas were real and they decided to DJ instead of slicing stuff up. That’s this track. George Zopick lent his magic to it, and you can tell—it’s sharp, precise, and leaves you breathless. There’s something about the way the melody twists and turns that makes you wanna move, like your feet have no choice but to follow along.
Oh, and props to Vaggelis Mitsioulis too—he co-wrote a few tracks including “Radioactive,” which has this gritty edge that sticks to your ribs long after the song ends. And John Revis? Dude crushed it on “No Rulez Animal,” adding layers of intensity that feel almost animalistic. Honestly, every single contributor brought their A-game, and it shows.
But let’s talk mastering for a sec. Mario Sounoglou didn’t just write and produce; he mastered this baby too. And wow, does it sound clean. Every beat hits just right, every layer blends seamlessly. It’s like listening to an orchestra of robots having an existential crisis while throwing a rave. Weird analogy? Sure. But trust me, it works.
Now, here’s the thing—I don’t usually get all emotional over albums, especially ones from niche genres like Psy-Trance. But Pobeg V Budushee isn’t just another album. It’s more like a portal to somewhere else, somewhere brighter and stranger than reality. Listening to it feels like stepping outside yourself for a bit, forgetting whatever stress or noise is bogging you down.
So yeah, maybe it’s not gonna be everyone’s cup of tea. Some folks might find it overwhelming, others might think it’s too much. But honestly? That’s what makes it special. Not everyone gets it, and that’s okay. For those who do, though, it’s unforgettable.
Random thought to leave you with: If aliens ever visit Earth and ask us to explain human creativity, I’d hand them this album. They’d either totally get us or bolt back to space screaming. Either way, mission accomplished.
