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Pressure

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Lannons' sophomore effort shows him in full bloom as a musician and lyricist. No finer CD has come down the pike in quite some time. Like its predecessor - 'Chemical Friends' - 'Pressure' relies on acoustic chords to form the foundation for many songs but Nyles certainly isn't shy using his electric guitar, as shown by the muscular second track "Next Obsession". Beyond strings, though, this album is marked by a mastery of electronic recording techniques. Coupled with insanely catchy melodies, these songs, with their lush harmonies, treated vocals, and other sonic surprises, weave a tapestry of sound ranging from space rock to psychedelia to trance, with subtle reminders of Nyles' folktronic predecessor, 'Chemical Friends'. It's difficult to pigeon-hole "Pressure." No matter, just slip on the earphones, close your eyes, and be transported. "Pressure" will blow you away.

I am a huge fan of Nyles Lannon (aka N.Lannon or N.Ln) and have been patiently awaiting the followup to his first album Chemical Friends, which was one of my top 5 albums of 2004. Pressure does not disappoint! Nyles again produces fantastic melodies, which is truly his gift, along with a soothing, unique, and authentic voice and cool electronic sounds. I am impressed with the diversity on this album - each song has its own unique sound, mood, tempo, etc... this is not the kind of album where the songs all sound the same. He managed to retain some of the best elements of his first album, while producing something new and different that shows his talent as an artist who is willing to explore and experiment and grow. I highly recommend this record!