Various - Holodeck Vision One

Review by Ronnie Peterson

Holodeck Vision One: A Genre-Bending Odyssey That Sticks With You Released in 2018 by the US-based label Holodeck, Holodeck Vision One is a sprawling, genre-defying compilation album that feels like stepping into someone’s fever dream of electronic and rock experimentation. With styles ranging from ambient drones to synthwave bangers, krautrock grooves to darkwave moods, this record doesn’t just push boundaries—it obliterates them. And honestly? It’s kinda hard not to get lost in it. The album features tracks from various artists, each bringing their own flavor to the table. Mastered by Joshua Eustis (you might know him from Telefon Tel Aviv) and with artwork by Gabriel Chicoine, it’s clear they weren’t messing around when crafting this sonic journey. But let’s cut to the chase—what makes this thing memorable? First up, there’s “Sister Planet.” This track hit me like a neon-lit spaceship cruising through an empty desert highway. The synths are lush but restrained, letting the rhythm build slowly until you’re fully submerged in its hypnotic vibe. It’s one of those songs where you find yourself zoning out, staring at nothing in particular, only to snap back and realize five minutes have passed. I kept coming back to it because it strikes this perfect balance between danceable energy and introspective chill. Plus, the title alone sparks all kinds of sci-fi daydreams—who wouldn’t want to visit a sister planet? Another standout is “Crossing The Blood Brain Barrier.” Okay, yeah, the name sounds like something straight out of a cyberpunk novel, but the music delivers on that promise. It starts off subtle, almost eerie, with these swirling textures that feel like they’re creeping inside your head—which, hey, fits the theme perfectly. Then BAM! Around the halfway mark, it drops into this driving beat that’s equal parts unsettling and addictive. By the time it fades out, you’re left wondering if your brain chemistry has actually changed while listening. Wild stuff. What really stands out about Holodeck Vision One is how cohesive it feels despite being such a patchwork of genres and artists. Tracks like “Dream Last Night” and “Ceiling Of The Mind” lean more toward dreamy, ethereal vibes, while others like “Shahmat” and “Rodan” bring heavier, darker edges. It’s like flipping through channels late at night and discovering every station is playing something weirdly compelling yet totally different. One thing worth mentioning is how much credit goes to the mastering job by Joshua Eustis. Every track has this polished-but-raw quality to it, like it was recorded in some underground studio but still sounds crisp enough for headphones. And can we talk about the cover art? Gabriel Chicoine nailed it—a surreal, retro-futuristic design that screams “listen to me if you dare.” By the end of the album, I couldn’t help but think about how rare it is to stumble across something so eclectic yet oddly unified. Sure, not every track will be your cup of tea (looking at you, “Insect Hell”), but even the ones that don’t click right away grow on you after a few listens. So here’s my hot take: If Holodeck Vision One were a person, it’d probably be that quirky friend who shows up uninvited to parties but ends up being the life of the event anyway. You might not always get what they’re saying, but damn, do they make things interesting. Final thought: Listening to this album made me crave tacos for some reason. Maybe it’s the cosmic vibes or maybe I’m just hungry. Who knows? Either way, give it a spin—you won’t regret it.

Artist: Various
Album: Holodeck Vision One

2018

Rating: 4.0

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Filename: various-holodeck-vision-one.zip

MP3 size: 180 mb
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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Broken Clouds	5:47
Dream Last Night	4:42
There Is A Garden	5:46
Insect Hell	6:19
Graceless Gods	5:49
Ceiling Of The Mind	2:28
Cannibal	9:02
Rodan	3:28
Shahmat	4:19
Crossing Over	5:53
Crossing The Blood Brain Barrier	5:42
Sister Planet	6:08
Dat Way	5:28
The Proof Inside Your Mind	4:36
Umasa	6:07
Toujours De Jamais	5:20
Fall For Sport	3:59
Frequence	11:03
Cloak & Dagger	4:03
Gauzing	4:54
Blublocker	3:20
The Orgy In San Felipe	6:23
Levitation Station	5:56
Hypermuck	7:24
OK Karplus	7:11
Chills Hill	5:18
Calcite	6:29
Endgame Scenario	5:49
Olneyville	5:20
No Standards	3:31

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LACHANE - Holodeck Vision One - 19 - Olneyville

Smokey Emery - Holodeck Vision One - 20 - Broken Clouds

Kyle Dixon - Holodeck Vision One - 17 - Dat Way

Joey - Holodeck Vision One - 06 - Fall for Sport

pulseCoder - Holodeck Vision One - 10 - Hypermuck

Norm Chambers - Holodeck Vision One - 22 - Crossing Over

JU4N - Holodeck Vision One - 25 - Gauzing

Drab Majesty - Holodeck Vision One - 29 - Cannibal

Future Museums - Holodeck Vision One - 14 - Calcite

Virgin Pool - Holodeck Vision One - 13 - Cloak & Dagger

Michael C Sharp - Holodeck Vision One - 02 - Blublocker

Windows1995 - Holodeck Vision One - 23 - Chills Hill

Sungod - Holodeck Vision One - 15 - Frequence

Thousand Foot Whale Claw - Holodeck Vision One - 11 - There is a Garden

Jake Schrock - Holodeck Vision One - 05 - Levitation Station

Bill Converse - Holodeck Vision One - 26 - OK Karplus

Michael Stein - Holodeck Vision One - 09 - No Standards

Dylan Cameron - Holodeck Vision One - 21 - Graceless Gods

Samantha Glass - Holodeck Vision One - 18 - The Proof Inside Your Mind

Symbol - Holodeck Vision One - 27 - Umasa

VVV - Holodeck Vision One - 16 - Shahmat

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Catalog Numbers

HD050

Labels

Holodeck

Listen online

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kuunnella verkossa
lytte på nettet
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Credits

Role	Credit
Artwork	Gabriel Chicoine
Mastered By	Joshua Eustis

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: the album *Holodeck Vision One* is like a musical kaleidoscope. It blends so many genres and styles—ambient, synth-pop, drone, darkwave, krautrock, and more. Released in 2018 by the US label Holodeck, it’s a collaborative masterpiece with tracks that feel like they’re from different dimensions. The artwork was done by Gabriel Chicoine, and Joshua Eustis mastered it. With songs like "Sister Planet," "Dream Last Night," and "Insect Hell," it’s an eclectic journey for your ears. If you’re into music that defies easy categorization, this one’s worth checking out.

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simonebutler29

2025-03-17

I can't find the lyrics anywhere... :(
I've been searching for an hour... :(
Please someone help me haha... :(

renatasandoval2509

2025-03-16

Just found this song in 2019 and I ADORE it. I love the emotions stirred by the acoustic guitar, Deb's voice and the spectacularly unique sound scape of the synth. Sometimes I cry when I listen to this and other times I go on a mind trip! This is a true piece of art! Animal or cannibal it's divinity expressed through FLESH, but with the knowledge that there is MORE!
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