Review: The Arkitecht - Hyperstructure

The Arkitecht is an interesting take on metal music. A “one man band” type project, put together by Genaro Ochoa, it was created to prove that musicians do not have to be dependent upon other musicians, to create the typical “band” sound and feel. A difficult undertaking in itself, The Arkitecht has released one album to date, Hyperstructure. With this release, does he achieve the desired effect? In a word-absolutely.

 

The term “one man band” used in this context is misleading, however. It would be difficult for one person to take all the responsibilities of creating an album, and even then, you wouldn't be able to guarantee its quality. In Hyperstructure, Ochoa did, in fact, write and produce all songs on the albums, as well as play rhythm guitars, keyboards, some guitar solos, bass, and do the drum programming. He was also in charge of art direction for the album, which I might add is some of the most abstract, fascinating album art I’ve ever seen. But, understandably, even one with the best ideas may not have the technical ability to make those ideas happen...

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