Variant - Vortexual Element Five

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Review by Мария Голубева

Vortexual Element Five by Variant: A Journey Through Ambient Dub Techno Bliss If you're into that moody, atmospheric vibe where beats kinda float around like mist on a cold morning, Vortexual Element Five is your jam. Released in 2016 under the echospace [detroit] label, this album feels like stepping into another dimension—one where time slows down and sound wraps itself around your soul. It’s all about those deep textures, man, with Variant pulling off something truly hypnotic here. Let me tell ya, I couldn't get enough of "Vortexual [Element Five] Part One." There’s just something raw yet soothing about it—it grabs hold of you without even trying too hard. The track starts off slow, almost hesitant, but then layers build up so subtly you don’t realize how far gone you are until you’re swimming in its depths. Like, imagine being lost in fog at dawn, except instead of freaking out, you feel weirdly calm because the air vibrates with warmth. That bassline? Pure magic. Feels like it's breathing alongside you. And then there’s "Vortexual [Element Five] Original Live Session." This one hits different—it’s alive, unpredictable, almost as if Variant let the moment take control. You can hear little imperfections, tiny shifts in rhythm that make it human somehow. It’s less polished than the other tracks, sure, but that’s what makes it stick. It reminds me of sitting alone late at night, staring out a window while raindrops race each other down the glass. Not sad, not happy—just present. What gets me most is how these tracks aren’t loud or flashy. They don’t scream for attention; they whisper. And damn, does that whisper linger. Mastered by Echospace (no surprise it sounds flawless), every note lands exactly where it should, creating this seamless flow from start to finish. I gotta say though, listening to this album isn’t just about enjoying music—it’s more like therapy. Each track pulls you deeper into its world, leaving behind whatever stress or noise was cluttering your head. Honestly, after hearing Vortexual Element Five, I felt lighter, quieter inside. Weird flex, but true. Here’s the kicker: despite coming out years ago, this record still feels ahead of its time. Maybe that’s why it slipped under the radar for some folks. Or maybe it didn’t want to be found by everyone—only those who’d appreciate its quiet brilliance. Either way, give it a spin when you need an escape. Just don’t blame me if you lose yourself completely.

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Artist: Variant
Album: Vortexual Element Five
Rating: 4.75

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Download

Filename: variant-vortexual-element-five.zip
  • MP3 size: 20.4 mb
  • FLAC size: 146.4 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Vortexual [Element Five] Part One25:39
Vortexual [Element Five] Part Two46:01
Vortexual [Element Five] Original Live Session58:14
Vortexual [Element Five]71:40

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Catalog Numbers

VORTEX CD 5

Labels

echospace [detroit]

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Formats

  • CD
  • Album
  • Limited Edition
  • 3 × File
  • ALAC

Companies

RoleCompany
Copyright (c)echospace
Phonographic Copyright (p)echospace
Mastered AtEchospace
Pressed ByRainbo Records

Credits

RoleCredit
Mastered ByEchospace
ProducerVariant
Written-ByVariant

Notes

Limited Edition CD packaged in a custom printed (Retro matte finish) CD sleeve with Chrome Sticker. Housed in an imported Japanese resealable poly sleeve. Professionally replicated and glass mastered CD disk.

Barcodes

  • Barcode (Text): 8 45121 09737 5
  • Barcode (String): 845121097375
  • Matrix / Runout: 13840 - 353704 35370-S2B 051316
  • Mastering SID Code: IFPI LT05
  • Mould SID Code: IFPI A605

About Variant

Real Name

    • Stephen Hitchell

Aliases

  • Radius
  • Soultek
  • Stephen Hitchell
  • Intrusion
  • Phase90
  • Son's Of The Dragon

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The album *Vortexual Element Five* by Variant is a mesmerizing blend of ambient and dub techno, released in 2016 on the iconic Echospace [detroit] label. What makes it special? Every track on the album was mastered by Echospace itself, ensuring that dreamy, atmospheric sound they’re known for. Fun detail—Variant not only produced but also wrote the entire album. It even includes an "Original Live Session," giving fans a raw, unfiltered taste of the music's origins. Definitely worth a listen if you're into deep, hypnotic vibes.