I blogged about Crossgardens a while ago, and today I'm happy to share another representative of the Polish witch house scene - Fainting Faith with their EP "Reborn". His remix of "Breathe" appeared on STRFLL's most recent maxi-single, and with that co-sign, I felt it was worth diving into his first project, released a month ago. Consisting of five tracks, the EP opens with "Blooming", a soothing ambient piece that gently eases you in, preparing you to embrace what follows. The remaining four tracks adopt the classic witch house sound of its first wave, notably the grandeur of Ritualz' drum patterns and the melodic synths and basslines reminiscent of White Ring, delivering a nostalgic hit that's neither cheesy nor cheap. The proximity to those aforementioned artists is clear, but it feels deliberate and reassuring, giving the EP a welcome sense of familiarity without slipping into imitation. Great start, and one to watch!
Buy the EP here, and stream it down below.