On the cinematic instrumental “Into the Light,” Bucharest-based project SLAPPER marks an uplifting new chapter following the success of the 2025 album Hope. Blending nostalgic synthwave with modern melodic techno, the track plays as an emotional progression of evolving analog textures. Drawing on decades of experience, including opening for synth-pop legends Alphaville and De/Vision, the production rewards listeners with a sophisticated, club-honed sense of atmospheric intrigue and cinematic scale.
A subdued synth line, panning back and forth, moves with immediate momentum into arp-y brightness and panting rhythms. A riveting expanse ensues around the 30-second mark, with effervescent synths and perky bass maneuvers intertwining for a fully infectious, vibrant allure. The one-minute turn shifts into a dreamier, sparser tonal realm momentarily, gearing up into another starry-eyed expansion. The production dazzles in its shifts between illuminated ardor and climactic intrigue, especially in the second half.
Spacey synths layer with caressing, twinkling enjoyment as the final minute approaches. A swelling effect invigorates into an energetic drum fill and subsequent blast of further frolicking synth-forward personality. “Into the Light” is another fantastic showing from SLAPPER, continuing to balance atmospheric clarity and melodic immediacy in following up last year’s stellar full-length Hope. We’re excited to hear what’s up next.
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This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist.
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