SHASAU’s new video for "Taurine" is not designed to scroll by. It’s built for stopping. From its earliest minutes, the piece achieves a mesmerizing rhythm that seems to unfold by itself and breathe, even in real time. But behind that illusion of spontaneity is something exceedingly intentional, a painstakingly wrought work born of precision as well as calm restraint.
The music video for "Taurine" sits at the intersection of minimal art and generative design. The images breathe, move, and develop with quiet assurance but not haste to impress. Instead, the video invites patience. It’s entirely impervious to clip mentality, preferring slow, unwinding to quick payoff. In this realm, repetition is consoling rather than repetitive, and slight variations count for something.
The music reflects this philosophy as well. The sound design moves into a meditative pulse, providing a steady environment in which the listener can sink inward. The track doesn’t tell much of a story but instead offers a mantra, which adds to the song's nature. There are no overblown moments, the aesthetic comes together instead. The result is a cacophony that feels immersive but isn’t overpowering. The recommendation to spot a cat adds a small, humane touch, a reminder that even the most abstract of art can hold warmth and humor tucked in its sleeves. It’s a way to get engaged without breaking the spell.
Taken from the "Alicante" EP, "Taurine" is SHASAU's man-machine persona, with longtime producer Vadim Militsin at the helm. It is also a paean to the kind of restraint, patience, care, and detail that is so exciting. "Taurine" does not demand your attention loudly. It earns it quietly, serving as a humble reward to those who are willing to pause, breathe, and let the pace of time slacken.
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