With their comeback record (2017) the Ostend band Absynthe Minded played it safe for the time being by dusting off their familiar sound once again. After that, frontman Bert Ostyn thought it was time for a change. The composition of the band had already changed, the sound could use some renewal. It already started with the writing process, so the band did not go into the studio this time, but wrote
… and rehearsed the songs at home. Then they went to the Ardennes to mix everything there. It was important for the band that there was room for spontaneity and that is clearly visible in the opening track. This time there is more room for electronic music and less room for jazz and folk. Yet the Ostenders do not deny their characteristic sound. Especially when the acoustic guitars are brought out, you can hear the classic Absynthe Minded sound in the background. (JvQ)more
