Giack Bazz’s "Bedtime Stories for Computers" is a bold, hypnotic journey into the Digital Abyss
With Bedtime Stories for Computers, Giack Bazz wraps up a three-album trilogy with a fearless dive into the frontier of alternative rock, heavy indie, and electronic experimentation. Conceptually, it’s an album unlike anything out there, pulling together the sounds of two band formations, an orchestra, and even dual choirs—one human and one digital. What emerges is an immersive sonic experience that feels tailor-made for the cyber age—a “lullaby” for the modern world’s screens, one as rich in critique as it is in innovation.
From the very first track, Bazz makes it clear that this album is an experience, not just a collection of songs. It’s packed with ambitious fuzzed-out riffs and unrestrained, experimental production that at once calls to mind alt-rock’s grittiest roots and pushes well past them. The bass lines are a driving force throughout, grounding the album’s heavier moments while accentuating its more atmospheric passages. It’s an album where musical elements seem to ripple and pulse—like digital echoes of a live band in an electronic dreamscape. From the extreme electronics to even more acoustic tracks like “Funny Days”, he’s made a little something for everyone.
Bedtime Stories for Computers takes aim at the modern era with an ironic tenderness, critiquing our dependence on screens in a way that’s as disorienting as it is engaging. Each song feels like a chapter in the story of our collective tech-dominated reality, weaving lyrical themes that feel both prescient and timeless. It’s a release that tackles questions of human identity, technology, and our potential futures, and it brings those themes to life through lush instrumentation and a tapestry of sound that’s as daring as it is fully realized.
Tracks blend the frenetic energy of alternative rock with almost orchestral, cinematic elements. There are moments in the album that sound like they’re echoing from the walls of a digital cathedral, with the choir of “machines” lending a surreal and haunting backdrop. In these compositions, Bazz shows not only his artistry but a willingness to push the boundaries of genre and sound design in ways that pay off richly.
It’s an album built to surprise. Each song seems to take a detour from expectations, leading listeners into unexpected discoveries. Bazz doesn’t settle for one genre or a single style; instead, he explores a variety of sounds that feel simultaneously retro and futuristic. This is a record you sink into, one that demands full attention to appreciate the layers of meaning and craftsmanship behind every beat and note. From one song to the next, you never really know what to expect, but it’s the complete opposite of formulaic that we love the most.
Bazz has also crafted an entire experience around Bedtime Stories for Computers. The supporting “making of” documentary and short film add layers to the story, drawing listeners even further into the album’s creative depths. Available on everything from vinyl to Gameboy cartridge, this project is also a testament to Bazz’s dedication to creating a world that goes beyond the music itself.
On the album, Bazz doesn’t just tell a story—he builds a world. It’s the anthem of a digital generation, a striking, genre-defying work that leaves you wondering where music, and humanity, might go next. For those willing to go along for the ride, Bedtime Stories for Computers is nothing short of revolutionary.
You might get sucked in by the instrumentation or even the more lyric focused songs, but whatever you’re into, we can virtually guarantee he’s checked your personal box. Experience the greatness for yourselves by listening, following along, and staying tuned for whatever else is in the works for 2025.
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