James Blake’s haunting Retrograde has equally eerie visuals.
There seems to be a trend of music videos becoming their own little short films, what with Flying Lotus seemingly having the monopoly but James Blake isn’t far behind. Retrograde is a mysterious cinematic affair, starting with a meteor falling from the sky, a strange biker figure and a brief shot of James Blake’s crooning soulfully. As for the song itself, there’s a chilling quality to it all; dark and beautiful. The sombre landscapes of the video merge effortlessly with Blake’s vocals and the atmospheric chords, leaving you with a sense that you missed something the last time you watched and listened.
Stream it below to find out.
James Blake - Retrograde
