Drawing us in with an intimate, reverberating synthscape with cosmic, atmospheric spoken word ad-libs, Dr. Brown opens I TOLD YOU with intricacy and philosophical intrigue. The message feels introspective as we experience the words, “I can’t find anything or anyone, and no-one wants to help me and I don’t know what to do anymore…”
Cerebrally designed vocals, performed by Slakerr, guide us further before the question “please tell me how you feel?’ invites us deeper into Dr. Brown‘s universe. Overall, there is a trippy, psychedelic and cinematic vibe that manifests. An Eastern synth emerges mid-way through the piece, that brings to life a global and universally conscious energy.
The whole piece feels like a therapy session – somewhat cathartic for both artist and listener alike. Overall, I TOLD YOU serves as a striking blend of emotion and innovation. The prose is raw, expressive and intimate – like a trip into the mind of Alan Watts or Dolores Cannon.
Dr. Brown confesses, “The story behind this release is mental health and how it can create a deep sense of the past, present and future, The vocals portrays a lot of emotion through a short therapy talk by the angelic chords in accompanying them.”
The subtle sound design, influenced by Flume, adds texture but there is no doubt that Dr. Brown documenting his own unique reality. Recorded in the chaos of a bedroom, it feels personal yet expansive.
Collaborating with Slakerr on vocals, Dr. Brown has created a unique sonic palette. We learn that no samples were used, which really emphasizes his originality. Released on today’s new moon, it feels like the start of a new chapter laced with freedom and liberation.
We have added I TOLD YOU to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TIMELESS and TRIPPY playlists, whilst we continue to stream the wider discography of Dr. Brown, including Trust, and Look My Way.