Thee Psionic Assembly's latest album, Tyranny of Faces, is a haunting and introspective journey through the depths of the human psyche. From the opening track, "Elegy for a Dying Star," the listener is transported to a world of dark and brooding soundscapes, filled with swirling synths, distorted guitars, and hypnotic rhythms.
Throughout the album, Thee Psionic Assembly explores themes of loss, isolation, and the struggle to find meaning in a world that often seems indifferent to our existence. Tracks like "The Weight of the World" and "The Lonely Ones" are hauntingly beautiful, with vocalist Sarah Jenkins' ethereal voice floating above a sea of sonic textures.
But Tyranny of Faces is not all doom and gloom. The album also contains moments of light and hope, as on the uplifting "A New Dawn" and the dreamy "Surrender to the Light." And while the music is undeniably dark and moody, there is also a sense of playfulness and experimentation that keeps things interesting throughout.
Tyranny of Faces is a compilation of previously released rarities and some unreleased songs, all in a more electronic/darkwave style compared to the previous releases which are more drone/ambient related.
This is the CD version of the album "Tyranny of Faces" by Thee Psionic Assembly.
Tracks 8-14 are the accompaniment to an unreleased short film entitled "drained"
Tracks 15-19 are the accompaniment to a short film called "Bob Spelled Backwards"
Tyranny of Faces is a stunning achievement for Thee Psionic Assembly, showcasing their ability to create deeply emotional and immersive music that speaks to the human experience. Fans of darkwave, shoegaze, and experimental music will find much to love here. Highly recommended.