Dusted - Total Dust
Brian Borcherdt, also known under the moniker Dusted, has kept busy over the years with a string of great projects, including the Polaris Prize shortlisted experimental electronic band Holy Fuck and By Divine Right, among others.
This 2012 Dusted release feels deeply intimate. Everything sounds intentional and carefully considered. The raw tone and fuzzy vocals on the opening track, "All Comes Down," immediately establish the haunted melodies that define the rest of the record.
It feels less like a traditional album and more like wandering through an audio art show, where each piece quietly shifts your emotions before leading you into the next. It's the kind of record that's perfect for filling pages of a sketchbook, but its natural, airy presence also made me want to head into the woods and simply walk for a while. It's immersive, reflective, and rewards giving it your full attention.