The opening track pretty much sets the tone for the rest of the album. With a generous amount of tape noise and ambience, it prepared me for what I assumed I would hear for the next 20-ish minutes. I especially loved the background tape hiss and chatter. Just based off the title, it immediately connected me to my own experiences in the environment of a Mexican flea market. I didn't really like it at the time, I actually kind of hated being there, but it was nice to be reminded of a memory I forgot I had
Track 2 is my second favorite track on the release. The way the guitar was recorded is very pleasing to my ears, and the last 15 seconds or so scratches my ear nicely. Tracks 3 and 4 offer more of the same quality, leaving me deeply appreciative of the recording practices throughout.
When it started, track 5 felt very ominous compared to the rest of the music. The speaking—even though I couldn't make out what was being said—and the subtle pad droning in my right ear set up a heavy atmosphere. I wanted to sink forever while listening to this one. It swells steadily toward the end, finishing much louder than it began. That escalation made me a bit anxious, but I really appreciated it. The last 20 seconds left me feeling empty. I replayed it immediately, and that weight stayed with me on the second listen. Easily my favorite track on this release.
What honestly drew me in at first was the humor on the release page. I always appreciate an artist that has fun with their releases. With a run time of just over 20 minutes, it was a genuinely fun and enjoyable listen. I am a big fan of tape-related releases, so from the first few minutes I kinda already knew I'd really enjoy this.
I'll definitely revisit this, and I'm excited to see what else this person might release in the future. Definitely give this release a chance