Electronic/Review George Bolton's Trancendental - Triumph

George Bolton's Trancendental is a project by George Bolton, a Boston artist, songwriter, engineer, and former music video assistant. George is a veteran of the Rhode Island, Chicago, Boston, and New York music scenes and has been writing electronic music since the early 1980s.

A contemporary, contemplative spin on nostalgic components is what makes George Bolton's Trancendental album "Triumph" a refreshing perspective on the Techno/Trance genre. Though firmly anchored in the sounds of Bolton's early techno days, this album adjusts to the changes that have taken place in the electronic music landscape since his first venture rather than just going back in time. It is evidence of both the artistic and personal progress.

Though there's a deeper intellectual depth weaved throughout the record, the title, "Triumph," is symbolic, implying a victory over adversity. Greek story of Sisyphus is portrayed in Bolton's album artwork, which offers a powerful metaphor. Bolton presents a sympathetic reading of Sisyphus's suffering that mirrors the universal human experience of overcoming life's insurmountable challenges, in contrast to the traditional interpretation that sees Sisyphus's struggle as an eternal punishment. It seems as if listeners are pushing their own rocks up the metaphorical mountain thanks to the album's unrelenting, driving beats and sublime melodies.

"Triumph" transports listeners on an emotional trip musically. Deeper, more contemplative tones that represent Bolton's nuanced perspective on life's challenges are mixed with throbbing rhythms, mesmerizing synthesizers, and expansive soundscapes to provide the uplifting energy that trance fans enjoy. It's an album that appeals to the dance floor as well as contemplation, providing a satisfying listen for both novices and seasoned techno enthusiasts. George Bolton's Trancendental is further cemented as a project that surpasses the conventions of the genre with "Triumph."