Album Review: By Your Side by Viers (LPH WHITE)
Alright, so I’ve been vibing with By Your Side, the latest drop from Viers on LPH WHITE, and lemme tell ya—it’s got some real gems. It’s one of those albums that sneaks up on you. At first listen, it feels laid-back, almost understated, but the more you dive in, the more layers pop out. You know how sometimes music just sits with you? Yeah, this is one of those.
I gotta shout out “Faded Echoes” right off the bat. Man, this track hit me like a warm hug on a cold day. The beat has this lo-fi shuffle to it, kinda crunchy but smooth at the same time—like, how do they even do that? And then there’s this little synth loop that keeps looping in the background, simple but super sticky. What really got me though was the vibe—it’s nostalgic without being cheesy, like it’s tugging at memories you didn’t even know you had. Every time it comes on, I find myself zoning out, just letting it wash over me.
Another standout for sure is “Static Bloom.” This one’s got a bit more edge to it. The bassline is deep and brooding, almost like it’s stalking you through the track, y’know? But then these delicate piano notes come in, totally unexpected, and it flips the whole mood. It’s moody but hopeful, if that makes sense. Like, imagine walking home late at night, streetlights flickering, but you’re feelin’ alright anyway. That’s “Static Bloom” in a nutshell.
What I dig about By Your Side is how it doesn’t try too hard. There’s no flashy production tricks or over-the-top features—just solid, heartfelt tunes that let the music speak for itself. Viers clearly knows their stuff, and they trust listeners to catch the subtleties. It’s refreshing, honestly.
So yeah, here’s the weird part—I listened to this album while folding laundry (exciting life, I know), and halfway through, I realized I was smiling. Like, full-on grinning while sorting socks. Can’t remember the last time an album did that to me. Maybe that’s the magic of By Your Side. It’s not trying to change your world; it just wants to hang out in it for a bit. And honestly? That’s enough.
