Polmo Polpo, Like Hearts Swelling (side A)

I was first drawn to Sandro Perri's work as Polmo Polpo with the early 12"s, which are very simple and reminiscent of Wolfgang Voigt's work as GAS. 2003's Like Hearts Swelling, which followed these 12"s, involves much more complex compositions that slowly evolve and morph. The buried beats are still there, and the abstract slide guitar playing is too. The results, though, are much less immediate and require more investment in following the pieces over time. I'm a fan of the results of both approaches. Like Hearts Swelling sounds weird and primitive but never bad, with a very personal and distinctive lo-fi sound.