Album Review: "Procession Of The Sun" by Kösmonaut (2011)
Alright, let’s talk about Procession Of The Sun by Kösmonaut. This is one of those albums that doesn’t just sit in the background—it grabs you by the brain and takes you on a weird, cosmic joyride. Released in 2011 via Ethereal Mother Tapes, this thing is a wild mashup of noise, industrial grit, ambient vibes, and even some Krautrock swagger. It’s like if Berlin-school synths had a baby with dark ambient drones and raised it on a diet of experimental leftfield beats. Yeah, it’s as intense as it sounds.
The mastermind behind this beast is Patrick R. Pärk, who handles all the electronics and writing duties, while Brittany Pärk nails the artwork. Honestly, the visuals match the music perfectly—there’s this eerie, otherworldly vibe that ties everything together. And speaking of tracks, there are seven here, each one weirder and more memorable than the last. But I wanna zoom in on two standouts: “Amplification Of Luminous Being” and “Swallowing Sun Disk From The Kosmos.”
First up, “Amplification Of Luminous Being.” Man, this track hits hard. It starts off slow, like you’re floating through space or something, but then BAM! Layers of sound crash in, and suddenly you're caught in this hypnotic spiral of noise and rhythm. There’s this pulsing beat that feels almost alive, like it’s breathing alongside you. You can definitely hear hints of krautrock repetition here, but it’s got this modern edge that keeps things fresh. By the time it fades out, you’re left wondering what just happened—and kinda wanting to hit replay immediately.
Then there’s “Swallowing Sun Disk From The Kosmos,” which might be my favorite cut on the album. If you’ve ever wondered what it’d feel like to get swallowed by a star, well…this is probably pretty close. The track builds slowly, layering these massive, droning synths over glitchy textures. Around the halfway point, it explodes into this chaotic wall of sound that’s equal parts beautiful and terrifying. It’s not exactly easy listening, but damn if it isn’t compelling. Every time I hear it, I picture some ancient cosmic ritual happening light-years away. Weird flex, but okay.
What makes Procession Of The Sun stick with me isn’t just how good the production is (and trust me, it’s tight), but how unapologetically strange it is. Like, most albums try to cater to an audience or follow trends—but not this one. This feels like Patrick just made exactly what he wanted to make, no compromises. That kind of creative freedom is rare, and it shows.
Oh, and random thought: Listening to this album late at night feels illegal somehow. Not because it’s bad, but because it gets under your skin so much that you start questioning reality—or maybe that’s just me being dramatic. Either way, props to Kösmonaut for crafting something this bold and unforgettable.
Final verdict? If you dig experimental electronic stuff that pushes boundaries, grab this ASAP. Just don’t blame me when it messes with your head.
