Album Review: La Création de Nouveaux by Maksim Katsupi
Released in 2013 under the Russian label Alliage Records, La Création de Nouveaux is one of those albums that sneaks up on you. It’s not trying too hard to impress—it just does. Maksim Katsupi, a name that might not ring bells for everyone, crafted something here that feels both intimate and expansive. This isn’t your typical flashy electronic album; it’s more like a quiet conversation with the cosmos.
One track that sticks out is “Cosmic.” And yeah, it’s as spacey as it sounds. The beat builds slowly, almost hesitantly, like it’s unsure whether it wants to take off or stay grounded. But then—boom—it hits. There’s this lush synth line that feels like floating through a nebula. You don’t just hear “Cosmic,” you feel it. It’s the kind of song that makes you stare out the window at 2 a.m., wondering if aliens are real.
Another standout is “Lueur” (or “Glimmer,” if you’re into translations). This one’s moodier, darker even, but there’s a warmth to it that keeps pulling you back. The way the layers of sound interact feels like watching shadows dance in candlelight. It’s haunting yet comforting, which is a weird combo, but somehow Katsupi pulls it off. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve looped this track while zoning out during late-night writing sessions.
What’s cool about La Création de Nouveaux is how unpretentious it feels. Katsupi doesn’t overload the tracks with unnecessary frills. Instead, he lets the music breathe. There’s a rawness to it that reminds me of early 2000s indie electronica, but with a modern twist. It’s not perfect—some transitions feel a bit abrupt—but maybe that’s part of its charm.
Here’s the thing: this album won’t change your life overnight. But it’ll creep into your daily routine, becoming that go-to playlist when you need something low-key yet meaningful. Listening to it feels like rediscovering an old book you forgot you loved.
So, did Maksim Katsupi create a masterpiece? Maybe not in the traditional sense. But he made something honest, something that lingers. And honestly? Sometimes that’s better.
P.S. Fun fact: I once played “Cosmic” for my cat, and she stared at the speaker like it was speaking her language. True story.
