Setting the tone with an immersive synthscape with a glistening melodic riff and textured drums, Spirits of Saturn open Transfigured with emotional intricacy and introspective, philosophical prose. Needless to say, we are captivated.
The opus expands with an immersive and ethereal rock energy, which feels both transportive and transcendental. The vocal timbres of Early Sans and Edmund Blackadder are nothing short of mesmerizing, and we appreciate the evocative journey that Spirits of Saturn take us on as a whole.
The compositional nature of Transfigured is masterful, generating a cohesive tapestry of sound that we simply melt into. We appreciate the pitched vocal moments adding a cerebral nuance to the piece. The synth solos are magnetic and the overarching meditative vibe is deeply appreciated.
Spirits of Saturn confess that the song is designed to explore “the mental processes following the dissolution of relationships”, and “how one gains perspective through the passing of time and constructions of narratives whereby your emotions are transfigured.”
It is no surprise that the profound band recently had two packed out debut shows in London, and embarked on a UK support tour with Temples taking them to legendary venues around the country, such as Koko, Brudenell Social Club, and Band on the Wall.
Transfigured is the follow up to the band’s debut Feelings Agency and sophomore single 100mph. We learn that the track was recorded at Loop Studios in Manchester then mixed and mastered by Superorganism’s Tucan.
Formed in 2022, Spirits of Saturn features Early Sans on synths and vocals, together with Edmund Blackadder on vocals and keys, whilst Scott Docherty performs bass and Elian Lion slays on drums. The band cite inspiration from Kraftwerk, Todd Rundgren, Daft Punk and Suicide, although there is no doubt that Spirits of Saturn are manifesting a universe of their own.
We have added Transfigured to our New Music Spotlight playlist and our brand new TIMELESS playlist, whilst we continue to stream the band’s growing discography, and anticipate future releases from the talented creators!