Shitao - Lines [Reissue] (2008/2015)

Lines was originally released as a digital download in 2008. The atmosphere features beautiful piano pieces emoting a somber setting with down-tempo beats and samples. The album plays out like a soundtrack as a story unfolds of deep sadness and intrigue. Exactly the type of music that peaks my interest, Lines has been a favorite for many years. Imagine the long empty road ahead. The light rain slowly taps the windshield of your car as you slowly drive through the evening lights of the cityscape. The setting is laid out so beautifully. Each passing moment, each piano key struck, deeply emotional, head nodding, and softly the vibes bounce off the soul. The layers and overlays conceptually configured into the story of a memory, its journey through the eerie mind. The piano lines pared with the kick of the drum is seductive. Released on a physical format for the first time, limited to 50 plum cassettes.