Some tracks feel like an invitation to sit quietly, even as the world spins in chaos. Sean Addicott’s “Cat’s Eyes in Absentia” is one such piece. Released as the first glimpse into their upcoming “Rewilding Machines” EP series, this ambient gem is both profoundly introspective and refreshingly unbound—a study in contrast that lingers long after the sound fades.
Recorded in November 2023, just after the devastating Israeli invasion of Al-Shifa hospital, the track finds its weight not just in its delicate, improvised composition but in the gravity of its moment. Though composed in 2022, the piece’s reflective purpose crystallized in that historic, somber context. The result? A space to sit with difficult emotions, to feel without the distraction of answers. Addicott’s music doesn’t preach or dictate; it holds open the door to presence, with a crescendo so beautifully crafted it feels like an exhale after the storm.
The track embodies the philosophy of “machine rewilding,” a process Addicott explores with a certain audacious tenderness. By embracing unpredictable soundscapes and the freedom of aleatoric digital signal processing, the project defies the neatness of polished studio production. Think of it as stepping into an untamed forest: messy but alive, chaotic yet brimming with meaning. There’s an undeniable humanity in this approach—a connection to wildness that feels visceral.
About Sean Addicott:
Sean Addicott is no stranger to pushing boundaries. A UK-based sound artist with a deep love for the unconventional, their work spans ambient, drone, and noise, always teetering on the edge of chaos and control. Whether through their chemically-corroded sleep album “Tapesleep” or the heavy emotional terrain of “Destroyertones“, Sean has mastered the art of creating spaces where listeners can reflect, heal, and grow. With “Rewilding Machines“, they take it further, letting the unpredictability of machines echo the unpredictability of life.
Proceeds from “Cat’s Eyes in Absentia” support Medical Aid Palestine, grounding the project in both personal and collective care. This isn’t just ambient music; it’s a call to stay human, even in the wildest of times.
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