fantasy of a broken heart: Chaos Practitioner EP
Briefly

'Chaos Practitioner', the EP by fantasy of a broken heart, features Al Nardo and Bailey Wollowitz who deliver a fast-paced, innovative mix of pop styles. With six songs in just 19 minutes, the album exemplifies their energetic songwriting, incorporating vibrant rhythms and eclectic influences. Highlights include the opening track, 'Passion Clouds', and the layered complexity of 'Victory Path'. Their unique sound is characterized by unexpected time signatures and a lively interplay between soft rock and electronic elements, echoing influences from across the music spectrum.
"Want it, you want it, you want it...But you'll never get ahead of it," the line suggests a motto for Al Nardo and Bailey Wollowitz, showcasing a fast-paced, genre-blending pop style.
The duo distills genre-hopping art pop into a dense, restless EP, with six songs in 19 minutes, reflecting their swift, creative songwriting process.
The whiplash pace of Chaos Practitioner creates not just a visceral sensation but an exhilarating head trip, filled with busy doodles of sound and unexpected rhythms.
Tracks like 'Passion Clouds' and 'Victory Path' combine lively beats with dissonant layers and chaotic melodies, showcasing the duo's knack for misdirection in pop composition.
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