Album Review: 013 Shinoby by Shinoby
Alright, let’s talk about 013 Shinoby, the 2015 release from UK-based artist Shinoby. If you’re into Electronic music with a dark twist, this one's gonna grab your attention. It’s not just another album—it’s more like an audio journey through Electro, Acid, Techno, and Dark Ambient vibes. Released under the FIX label, it’s got that raw underground feel without trying too hard to impress. And honestly? That’s what makes it stick.
The whole thing is a DJ mix crafted by Shinoby himself, so it flows like a late-night drive through neon-lit streets. You know, the kind where you’re not sure if you’re lost or exactly where you’re supposed to be. One of the standout tracks (well, they’re all untitled, but let’s call it Track 3 for simplicity) hits hard with this acid bassline that worms its way into your brain. Like, I listened to it once while cooking dinner, and now every time I hear even a hint of something similar, I’m transported back to burning garlic bread. Oops.
Then there’s another track—I think it’s near the middle—that goes full-on Dark Ambient. Imagine being in a haunted forest, except instead of screaming, the trees whisper beats at you. It’s eerie but beautiful, like when you accidentally stumble on a hidden spot in a video game and just sit there soaking it in. That moment really stuck with me because it felt less like “listening” and more like “experiencing.”
Shinoby doesn’t overdo it with flashy production tricks here. Instead, he lets the sounds speak for themselves. There’s a gritty authenticity to the whole thing, almost like he made it in some tiny studio filled with old-school gear and half-empty coffee cups. Maybe that’s why it feels so alive.
Reflecting on 013 Shinoby, I guess what stands out most is how unapologetically moody it is. Listening to it isn’t always comfortable—but hey, neither is life, right? Plus, fun fact: after spinning this album a few times, I started noticing squirrels outside my window acting weird. Coincidence? Probably. But still… spooky.
If you dig experimental electronic stuff that messes with your head in the best way possible, give this a shot. Just don’t blame me if you start hearing things in the dark afterward.
