Silverlining – Forgotten Chorus (FnC001)

Label: Forgotten Corner Format: 12″ Vinyl

The debut of FnC001 sets the tone for what Forgotten Corner aims to deliver: a deep dive into Asad Rizvi’s vast and often unheard DAT archives. Far from sounding like discarded material, this EP feels like a time capsule opened at the perfect moment, where old-school analog production meets the precision required for modern dancefloors.

1. Folk Dust More than a conventional track, this is a masterclass in melodic rhythmic deconstruction. The piece is built upon a foundation of chopped breaks that, paradoxically, provides a solid stability to the mix, allowing the ensemble to shine. It highlights the use of analog saturation that “glues” the percussion with subtle acid nuances and deep textures. The dynamics are constant; subtle shifts in the drum programming prevent listener fatigue, delivering a track that stands out on its own merit through its variable, organic structure.

2. Attuned to Detune Here, Silverlining plays with psychoacoustics. As the title suggests, harmonic tension is built through slightly detuned oscillators that graze dissonance before resolving, creating a controlled, hypnotic magnetism. A punchy kick anchors the arrangement. Around the midpoint, the breakdown enhances expressiveness, introducing a bassline with dark, funky undertones that drives the track’s energy upwards without losing its mental edge.

3. Salvaged Chimes (From the Rubble of Sound) The EP closes with an exercise in spatial depth. It opens with a bassline drenched in accentuated reverb, while crisp hi-hats and claps dictate the groove. Most fascinating is how the melody grows from beneath—appearing almost unfinished or fragmented—generating a compelling sense of sonic immersion that invites the listener to explore the negative space in the mix.

Conclusion: Forgotten Chorus acts as a highly mature statement of intent for the new imprint. It is a release that varies greatly in expressiveness across its three cuts, successfully blending classic rhythm structures with novel compositional ideas. By rescuing these sounds, Silverlining proves that quality is timeless; the result is a sophisticated record that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly forward-thinking—an essential addition for collectors seeking depth beyond the loop.