Released: 14/10/22
Rival Consoles (Ryan Lee West) crafts experimental electronic music that brings synthesisers to life with an organic, human feel. His eighth album, Now Is, marks a more playful and melodic chapter, blending minimalist songwriting with synths and acoustic instruments. Inspired by themes of isolation and optimism, tracks like the uplifting Beginnings, motorik World Turns, and Iceland-inspired Frontiers showcase a dynamic sonic journey. The title reflects an open-ended, evolving artistic vision. From orchestral synth textures in Vision of Self to the colourful, pulsating title track and impressionistic layers of Echoes, Now Is captures a vivid, euphoric exploration of sound and emotion.