In the bustling music scene where many bands blend in, some manage to stand out as if they’ve come from another realm entirely – this is the feeling Glass Beams evokes. It’s not a group you stumble upon, but an entity you sense. Their sound isn’t tethered to fashion or location, but something profound, rhythmic, spiritual, and pulsating with life.
Originating from Melbourne, Australia, the enigmatic band Glass Beams consists of three members who typically perform wearing masks and creating an atmosphere reminiscent of Eastern mysticism and spiritual performances. However, beneath the stage smoke and shadows lies a group with a clear artistic direction and profound understanding of various cultures.
The music they produce, characterized by its minimalist, captivating, and irresistible quality, spans a broad and diverse range of impact: it is influenced by Indian classical melodies, psychedelic tunes from the 1970s, funk rhythms reminiscent of deserts, North African drumbeats, and the celestial harmonies of cosmic jazz.
Glass Beams doesn’t create music, they create a delightful experience
The band’s musical makeup is said to have been partly influenced by the Bollywood soundtracks their lead singer was raised on – listen for the scales, modes, and subtle microtonal slides that intertwine the melodies.
Simultaneously, there’s a distinct contemporary structure: synthesizers dance as if they were mirages, basslines beat with hypnotic rhythms, and guitar melodies flutter like spells. Instead of evoking nostalgia, it creates something new – future folklore.
Behind their unique style lies a strong sense of discipline. Their music, characterized by precise, repeated patterns, reflects both the spiritual complexity of krautrock and the mathematical precision of minimal techno. Tracks such as “Mahal” or “Taurus” don’t escalate to a clear peak; instead, they rotate, much like a mandala, revealing intricate designs with each rotation. The listening experience is less about passive hearing and more about being pulled into a captivating orbit.
As a devotee, I’d say what truly distinguishes Glass Beams isn‘t merely their music; it’s their discipline. In a time when excess production tends to suffocate the essence, they opt for space. They allow melodies to breathe. They grasp that silence can be profound, and often, the most potent moment in a song is what’s left unsaid.
Glass Beams aren’t aiming to seize the spotlight; instead, they are evoking something greater than themselves – a feeling of eternity, a recollection that seems foreign yet familiar. In the gap between continents, musical styles, and eras, they have etched out a unique identity that is seldom found.
Indeed, Glass Beams is unique, innovative, and indispensable. It serves as a testament that the future of music isn’t confined to artificial sounds alone. On the contrary, it can echo with an antiquity that resonates deeply, yet remains strikingly fresh.
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2025-06-22 15:00