“Dark Pattern” by Bounte plunges listeners into the depths of darkwave, weaving haunting vocals by Alan Ruffin with a relentless, pulse-driven beat and brooding synth layers. The track paints an atmosphere steeped in tension and introspection, echoing the spirit of Depeche Mode and the shadowed edges of synthpop. This release features remixes of Bounte tracks by royb0t and _the boundless_ of Thinkbreak Records, each adding unique depth to the sonic landscape. Accompanied by a compelling visual experience on YouTube, “Dark Pattern” arrives on Bandcamp and all major streaming platforms just in time for Halloween—perfect for those drawn to the darker side of sound.
Bounte weaves varied motifs and techniques into darkly emotive and uniquely structured songs that give listeners much to explore. Drawing inspiration from myriad music genres, field recordings, and productions, Bounte intricately sequences flowing beats, time juxtapositions, warped guitars, sweet orchestrations, and gnarly bass. The studious tracks force internal thought to meet the outside world, examine it from odd angles, and ultimately forge a new harmony from disparate ideas.