Healing Scaphoids EP by The Room Below: A Journey Through House and Broken Beat Bliss
Alright, buckle up, because we’re diving into Healing Scaphoids EP by The Room Below—a little gem from 2017 that slipped under the radar for many but deserves a second glance (or listen). Released on the UK-based Don’t Be Afraid label, this four-track EP blends house grooves with broken beat wizardry in ways that feel both nostalgic and refreshingly out-there. Oh, and shoutout to Andreas Lubich for mastering it—this thing sounds crisp as your morning coffee.
Now, let’s talk tracks. There are only four here, so no filler fluff—just straight-up vibes. I’ll zoom in on two standouts: “Ants In Amber” and “On The Rhodes.” Spoiler alert: these tunes burrowed their way into my brain like earworms at a picnic.
First off, “Ants In Amber.” This track is slick without trying too hard, you know? It's got this hypnotic rhythm that feels like walking through a neon-lit cityscape late at night when everything’s quiet except for your thoughts. The percussion hits just right—it’s tight, punchy, but not overbearing. And those synths? Man, they shimmer like sunlight bouncing off water. You can almost picture ants trapped in amber, frozen mid-stride, while the world keeps spinning around them. Weird image, sure, but trust me, it works.
Then there’s “On The Rhodes,” which might as well be renamed “Chill Pill Deluxe.” It’s smooth, jazzy, and has this laid-back groove that makes you wanna kick back with a drink—or maybe even attempt some questionable dance moves if nobody’s watching. The keys have this warm, buttery texture, like sinking into your favorite armchair after a long day. Honestly, I could loop this one all day and never get tired of it. Well, unless someone starts talking during the good part. Then I’d lose it.
The other two tracks, “Black Cast” and “Icy,” round things out nicely, though they didn’t stick with me quite as much. Still solid efforts, though—no skips here.
So yeah, Healing Scaphoids EP isn’t gonna change your life or anything dramatic like that. But it’s the kind of record that sneaks up on you when you least expect it. One moment you’re zoning out, the next you’re vibing harder than you thought possible. It’s proof that sometimes less really is more.
And hey, fun fact: scaphoids are wrist bones, and healing ‘em must hurt like heck. Maybe that’s why this EP feels so bittersweet—it’s music for recovery, reflection, and maybe even dancing through pain. Who knew electronic beats could carry such weight?
Final takeaway? If you dig house with a twist of broken beat magic, give this one a spin. Just don’t blame me if “Ants In Amber” ends up haunting your dreams—in the best way possible.
