Met3 by Lazzich: A Sonic Daydream You Didn’t Know You Needed
Let’s cut to the chase—Lazzich’s Met3 is one of those albums that sneaks up on you. Released in 2013 under Ethereal Sound (a label that knows its stuff), this Russian gem blends electronic vibes with ambient textures, creating something that feels both futuristic and ancient at the same time. It’s like walking into a dream where neon lights meet misty forests. Weird? Yeah. But also kinda perfect.
Now, let’s talk tracks because not all of them hit the same way. First up, “M1.oct.” This one grabs your attention without even trying too hard. The beat builds slowly, almost lazily, but there’s this subtle tension lurking beneath the surface, like it’s daring you to figure out what comes next. And when those synths kick in—man, they’re soft yet sharp, wrapping around your brain like a warm hug from a ghost. I remember listening to this track late at night, staring at my ceiling, and just feeling things I didn’t have words for. That’s the magic of good ambient music; it doesn’t need to shout to make an impact.
Then there’s “Rs4,” which honestly feels like stepping into a sci-fi movie soundtrack nobody told you about. There’s this glitchy rhythm that keeps messing with your head, but instead of being annoying, it’s oddly hypnotic. Like, you find yourself nodding along even though you’re not entirely sure why. Somewhere in the middle, it shifts gears completely, throwing in these ethereal pads that sound like they were recorded inside a cathedral floating in space. Wild, right? But somehow, it works.
As for “Met3” itself—the title track—it’s more understated compared to the others. Maybe that’s intentional, maybe not. Either way, it serves as a nice breather between the heavier moments. It’s the kind of song you’d play while zoning out during a long train ride or pretending you’re meditating (even if you’re really just scrolling through Instagram).
What makes Met3 stand out isn’t just its technical brilliance—it’s how it manages to feel human despite all the digital wizardry. Lazzich isn’t just crafting sounds here; he’s telling stories without words, painting pictures without colors. And yeah, okay, maybe some parts drag on a little longer than necessary, but isn’t that part of the charm? Life doesn’t always fit neatly into three-minute pop songs, so why should ambient music?
Here’s the kicker, though: after spending hours lost in this album, I started wondering—if aliens ever visited Earth and asked us to explain our emotions through music, would we hand them Met3? Something tells me they’d get it. Or maybe they’d think we’re totally bonkers. Either way, it’d be worth a shot.
So go ahead, give it a spin. Just don’t blame me if you end up spacing out and missing your bus stop.
