Gundam is a long-running Japanese franchise that began in 1979 with the anime Mobile Suit Gundam, introducing giant humanoid mecha known as “mobile suits.” The series revolutionized the genre by focusing on realistic military science fiction, where war, politics, and human drama are central themes. At its core, Gundam explores the human cost of conflict, often depicting battles between Earth-based governments and space colonies seeking independence. The mobile suits themselves—especially the iconic RX-78-2 Gundam—have become cultural icons, inspiring countless sequels, spin-offs, model kits, and video games. Today, Gundam stands as one of Japan’s most influential and enduring pop culture exports, blending high-tech spectacle with moral complexity.

“Sweet Tease” drifts in with a breezy, laid-back vibe that feels tailor-made for a day by the water. The track layers a gentle reggae beat with warm, flowing melodies, creating an easy rhythm that invites you to sink into the moment. Its beachy atmosphere carries hints of sun, salt air, and good company, making it as refreshing as a cool drink on a hot afternoon. Both playful and relaxed, the song balances groove with restraint, never rushing but always moving forward. It’s the kind of tune that turns any space into a seaside escape.

Sweet Tease

Dave's Test shows the robotic nature of humans, who often have less respect for their fellow humans while demanding respect in turn. One could argue a hateful human was programmed to be hateful. Like humans, androids are incapable of being innately evil. Rather, they are reflections of the human who programmed them, as said by the Ugnaught Kuiil. Humans who hate androids hate them because the android is a reflection of their hatred; programmed without choice.

Droidian Slip [RELUX REWIND]
Original Release: Nov 1, 2019

Tracklist:
1. Droidian Slippers (Single)
2. Rummaged Through the Contents
3. Dave's Test
4. Jeunglings
5. Outromentality

Dave's Test

Rummaged Among The Contents depicts the birth of an android into the physical world. This is a representation of the pain and confusion any living thing must endure to to be born, validating the life of any android as a truly "living" thing.

Droidian Slip [RELUX REWIND]
Original Release: Nov 1, 2019

Tracklist:
1. Droidian Slippers (Single)
2. Rummaged Through the Contents
3. Dave's Test
4. Jeunglings
5. Outromentality

Rummaged Among The Contents

OKlahoma Boomer [RELUX REWIND]
Original Release:

Tracklist:
1. Based Statement
2. OKlahoma Boomer
3. What is Failure?

OKlahoma Boomer

Are You Sacred? EP
Recorded: February 28, 2024

1. Peace of Cake
2. Kept U Waiting
3. The Hunt is On
4. Are You Sacred?

Are You Sacred?

The Hunt Is On

Port Hurine

SELPHONYNESS
1. preDial
2. T9Teen
3. LAN Mine
4. Spam Likely
5. Blu Lyte Response

Selphonyness

Blu Lyte Response

Spam Likely

preDial

In reference to our old lad Vangelis whose beats are washed in ambience and energy.

Newtypical

Washed Out (Vangelic)

The university avenue sessions - Red light plane

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