A deliciously peculiar indie rock cut that exudes with charm and charisma, Hyporadar’s ‘This Ain’t the Day I Die’ is an amalgam of countless beloved tropes that hops through genres and decades, doing so with a minimal arrangement that is very rich.
An artist from the town of Sabbatus, Maine, Hyporadar is the stage name adopted by Shane Duquette, self produced one man show. Hyporadar’s ‘This Ain’t the Day I Die’ introduces listeners to everything Duquette stands by, with its skeletal arrangement and lo-fi production, this bass and drum only number is catchy, groovy, and surprisingly elegant. A bold song that oozes with character through its simplicity.
The song, composed only of a drum kit, a punchy bass, and a tinny and addictive percussion part, is masterfully laid back. The gentle tempo works magic alongside the juicy and groovy bass riff. Duquette’s chill vocals are the cherry on top of this cake, and an addictive percussion line paradoxically elevates the song via its 5 syncopated hits. ‘This Ain’t the Day I Die’ is a terrific chapter to start diving into Hyporadar’s music with.
Blending the boldness of Arctic Monkeys with the out there-ness of Pixies while doing something fiercely individual, Hyporadar’s genre-crossing sound is an odd pleasure to behold.
