NYX's self-titled debut LP has been one that I have been highly anticipating since I first discovered the group with their collaboration with Gazelle Twin on 2021's Deep England (one of my favorite albums of that year). NYX is a London-based group of experimental vocalists and electronic artists. And on their debut they additionally collaborate with string players, a harpist, and some percussionists. The voice is the most powerful instrument on this album, however, as the group's powerful choral performances outshine everything. But, that being said, the drony, ambient walls of electronic sound, along with the aforementioned orchestrations from the collaborators make for a breathtaking experience instrumentally. This album is stunning, and my standout so far from this new music Friday.
Edit: forgot to mention, track 7, 'Undercurrent', is an Top10 song of the year right now.