Rival Consoles delivers restless energy on new single ‘Known Shape’
UK producer Ryan Lee West, better known as Rival Consoles, returns with ‘Known Shape,’ a twitchy, mechanical new single that captures his knack for channeling restless emotion through intricate sound design.
Released ahead of his forthcoming ninth album Landscape from Memory, due July 4th via Erased Tapes, ‘Known Shape’ offers a glimpse into the album’s dynamic, exploratory terrain. The track melds a loping drum pattern—crafted from rotating switches—with synths propelled by “invisible mechanical rhythms,” as West puts it. The result is a soundscape that pulses with otherworldly life and emotional inquiry.
On the track, West says:
“I’ve always been obsessed by controls on machines because they produce beautiful sounds and they have their own rhythms… There is a constant searching in ‘Known Shape’ for some kind of answer or emotion.”
‘Known Shape’ is available to stream now, and Landscape from Memory arrives July 4th via Erased Tapes.
Connect with Rival Consoles:
Wait! Before you leave, we’d like to share something important with you. Our site is an independent, small platform that is committed to providing valuable content without any pesky ads. However, to keep the site running smoothly and continue delivering quality content, we rely on the generous support of users like you.
By contributing a small donation, you can help us maintain our ad-free environment and ensure that our site remains a reliable resource for everyone. Your support matters and makes a significant difference in our ability to thrive and grow.
Thank you for being a part of our community, and we truly value your support!
To make a donation, please click here: Buy us a beer!
Stay up to date with The Daily Music Report’s latest music news & releases. Check out the most exciting and important music news here.