Exploring the Depths of "The Beyond" by Skogar: A Sonic Journey
Released in 2012 under Native Parts Records, The Beyond by Swedish electronic artist Skogar is an album that dives headfirst into experimental soundscapes. It’s not your run-of-the-mill electronic record—this one feels like a conversation between machines and raw human emotion. Hailing from Sweden, a country known for its innovative approach to music, Skogar crafts something here that lingers long after the final note fades.
One standout track is “Dr Death.” This piece grabs you by the ears with its eerie synth patterns and pulsating rhythms. The way it builds tension feels almost cinematic, as if you’re walking through a dimly lit corridor in some sci-fi thriller. What makes it stick? Maybe it’s how unpredictable it is—you never quite know where it’s going next, but you trust it anyway. It’s like Skogar whispers, "Let go," and somehow, you do.
Another gem worth mentioning is “Edge Of Sanity.” Don’t let the title fool ya; this isn’t just another chaotic mess. Instead, it strikes a balance between chaos and clarity, layering glitchy beats over haunting melodies. There’s a moment midway where everything drops out except for this fragile piano line—it hits differently, man. Feels like standing on the edge of a cliff, knowing you could fall any second yet choosing to stay there anyway.
Tracks like “Yo Ga” and “Proto” also bring their own flavors to the table, though they don’t leave as deep an impression as the two mentioned above. Still, they contribute to the overall vibe of the album—a mix of curiosity and unease, wrapped up in sleek production.
Looking back at The Beyond, it’s clear Skogar wasn’t trying to fit neatly into any box. And honestly, that’s what makes it work so well. Sure, it might not be everyone’s cup of tea (or coffee, or whatever Swedes drink while making weird electronica), but it’s undeniably bold.
In a world full of cookie-cutter EDM drops and predictable loops, albums like this remind us why we fell in love with electronic music in the first place. Just when you think you’ve got it figured out, it throws you a curveball—and isn’t that kinda beautiful?
Oh, and fun fact: listening to this album late at night might just make you question reality itself. Not saying it happened to me, but… yeah, maybe keep the lights on.
