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Imp In Reverse

by Imp of Perverse

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    Real-time duplicated high-bias chrome cassette tape, with a double-sided, 7-panel j-card. Also includes Pin Pack #1, comprising of 3 collector's pins (1 label variant pin, 1 Imp of Perverse pin, and 1 "Imp In Reverse" pin). $4 of every sale through Under the Counter will go to the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation, per the request of Imp of Perverse. This package is limited to 50 worldwide.

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Exspectra 02:50
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Hurry Slowly 04:40
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Ribbon Chunk 03:23
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about

Review from Houdini Mansions: houdinimansions.com/magnetic-heart/2019/1/19/imp-of-perverse-imp-in-reverse

Review from Raised by Gypsies: raisedbygypsies.blogspot.com/2019/01/cassette-review-imp-of-perverse-imp-in.html

Inclusion in Various Small Flames' "Bright Sparks": varioussmallflames.co.uk/2019/01/14/bright-sparks-vol-20/

Sean Lochridge is what you would call 'prolific'. Currently drumming for Austin's favorite psych pop prog art rock band Sherry, Sean's also notably formerly of popular Austin psychedelic bands π and The Halfways. But as in high demand as Sean is for his drumming, he's also a wildly talented multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and home recording artist, all of which shines through on this massive compilation release, "Imp In Reverse".

"Imp In Reverse" compiles four of Sean's past releases under the moniker Imp of Perverse in reverse chronological order to create one gigantic, shifting, psychedelic auditory flashback totaling in 22 songs and nearly an hour and a half in runtime. That might sound daunting, but we're gonna take it one act at a time, so don't worry.

Act I: "Not Getting What You Want, One Step at a Time"

Consisting of 4 'scenes', this act is an excellent entry point to the Imp's brand of genius. Dense, yet light. Polished, but organic. This is an excellent blend of dreamy and catchy, and is likely the most accessible of the 4 acts.

Act II: "There's Everything"

This 5 scene act is the experimental one, particularly with regards to "Exspectra" and "Pixelated Mindfuck in the Infinite Reality Corner". Off-kilter melodies and instrumental breaks are prominent. The rabbit hole is here.

Intermission: "Chrysalis"

This is a brand new song exclusive to this release. You're welcome.

Act III: "togethercoloured instant"

This is a brief but absolutely gorgeous 3 scene psychedelic folk love letter dedicated to Sean's girlfriend and muse, Lily.

Act IV: "Who Knows"

This is where it all began, this is where it ends. The 9 scene debut act of Imp of Perverse closes out this story. This is the most raw, heavy act. Distorted guitars, loud drums, dynamic performances, bursting with youth, vigor, ambition, and life, this is the explosive genesis of the Imp's solo endeavor.

Whether you digest it in parts, or gorge yourself on the whole thing in one sitting, "Imp In Reverse" is an undeniable document of virtuosity and versatility. Absolutely no fan of psychedelic music should miss out on this huge collection.

credits

released December 28, 2018

"Imp In Reverse" album art by Valerie Turner


Act 1: "Not Getting What You Want, One Step at a Time":

music by sean


Act II: "There's Everything":

recorded, mixed & mastered in sean's bedroom
bass and drums on "Gulliver's Tail" by Justinian Martinez


Act III: "togethercoloured instant":

Written, recorded and mixed by Sean Lochridge
Mastered by Erik Wofford


Act IV: "Who Knows":

All music written and recorded by Sean Lochridge.
Mixed and mastered by Michael Mulings and Sean Lochridge at Mullings Audio, mullingsaudio.com

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