Never has an artist’s name felt more fitting than Spacemoth; Maryam Qudus’ sound is able to transport you into alien worlds, while still managing to feel ethereally light. In the lead up to her July 22nd debut LP ‘No Past No Future’, Qudus’ liminal sound is slowly taking form. Latest single ‘Round in Loops’ continues to showcase her penchant for woozy distortion.
‘Round in Loops’ is a glittering haze of stardust. The track feels like a smear of nostalgia, distorted synths and gently muffled vocals unsettling yet oddly comforting. Snapshots of memories float by as Qudus’ experimental sound lures you in, the entire experience a quirky psych-pop delight.
The single perfectly fits in with the tracks teased thus far; ‘Waves Come Crashing’ and ‘This Shit’ in particular are similarly jagged, capturing that same distorted tranquility of Spacemoth’s enticingly alien realm.
Qudus’ push for unique sound has been somewhat of an uphill struggle due to her background; “Women are often discouraged from pursuing music in the Afghan & Muslim community, and those who follow that path receive a lot of heat,” Qudus has previously noted. Yet, despite those who may attempt to limit her art, Qudus is instead thriving, making a name for herself as a well-respected producer and composer in the scene. And, with her debut on the horizon, it’s finally time for her to allow her own wistful and complex mind to be heard. ‘No Past No Future’ is shaping up to be something magnificent, and we can’t wait to dig into Spacemoth’s world.
Tune in now.
Words: Emily Swingle
Photo Credit: Pooneh Ghana
