From the very first notes of Not The Type, Consequential establishes a portal to an altered state of consciousness. The track opens with an astral frequency, shimmering like the first light of dawn, gently ushering the listener into an introspective realm. Emotive keys, rich with nostalgia and longing, are interwoven with the soft chatter of birds, blurring the lines between music and nature, the organic and the digital. The inclusion of a narrated segment by the legendary Alan Watts – whose voice carries the weight of timeless philosophical inquiry – cements the track as not just a piece of music, but an experience, a guided meditation through the corridors of sound and thought.
At its core, Not The Type is ethereal drum and bass. The beats are chilled yet dynamic, a paradox of serenity and movement. The rhythm flows like a river – peaceful, yet never still. In this duality, Consequential crafts a piece that exists between worlds, between deep tranquility and the kinetic pulse of modern electronica. The presence of strings enhances this effect, adding an orchestral, almost cinematic depth to the piece. Their resonance imbues the track with a raw, unfiltered emotionality, layering it with shades of longing, introspection, and quiet revelation.
A defining feature of the track is its vocal work – pitched and ghostly, drifting effortlessly over the pulsating rhythm. Fans of PinkPantheress may find a familiar sensibility here, though Consequential’s vision demands something more: a willingness to surrender, to dissolve into the music as though entering an ayahuasca-fuelled vision quest. The high emotional quotient of Not The Type is undeniable, but it is matched, if not surpassed, by its high spiritual quotient. It is a track that does not merely appeal to the ears, but to the soul. It asks the listener not only to hear but to feel, to reflect, to transcend.
What is particularly striking about Not The Type is the manner in which it was recorded: entirely “in the box,” crafted from the intimacy of a laptop and a sofa. This approach – minimal, personal, stripped of unnecessary excess – infuses the track with a sense of authenticity. It is a work born not from high-end studios but from the quiet moments of contemplation, from the in-between spaces where creativity flows most freely. The inclusion of bird song, used here as more than mere embellishment, reinforces the idea that art and nature are not separate but symbiotic. The music, much like the birdsong, simply exists – it does not force itself upon us but rather invites us in.
As a release, Not The Type represents a significant milestone for Consequential. While more commercial than previous works, it does not sacrifice artistic integrity; rather, it refines and distills it. There is an undeniable accessibility to this track, yet it remains deeply personal, an introspective journey wrapped in a sonic package that stands out amidst the often formulaic landscape of modern electronic music. It is the work of an artist who has spent 20 years evolving, experimenting, and refining—a producer who understands that bass music is not merely about energy, but about character.
The anticipation surrounding the release of Not The Type has been palpable, and rightfully so. It is a track that speaks to both the heart and the intellect, an invitation to step beyond the physical into something sublime, something transcendent. In a world that often demands relentless movement and distraction, Not The Type offers a moment of stillness within motion, a meditation wrapped in rhythm. It is, in every sense, a piece of music not just to be heard, but to be experienced.
We have added the track to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TRIPPY playlist, whilst we continue to stream the wider discography of Consequential, including Down, 8T6, and Cradle Song.