Clinically Sane is a new project created by Portuguese artist Tiago Freitas, encapsulating elements from a wide variety of genres to make something that truly stands out from the crowd. His EP, Tales of No One, was released in the middle of April, and it’s well worth your time, so make sure you give it a listen if you like what you read here!
By Jane Howkins
The first track, Without Aplomb, is certainly an intriguing proposition. It starts out pretty quietly with Tiagos’s vocal lines crooning nicely over a pretty acoustic guitar melody, before all hell breaks loose. The track changes into a much heavier type of song as it continues, with proggy guitar melodies being the name of the game here. This divergence makes for a really interesting mix of sounds, showing just how talented this artist really is!
Eternal Recurrence is up next, starting out sounding a little heavier than the previous number. An eerie and distorted guitar riff opens things up, as the dark melody melds perfectly with the heavy drum beats. The vocals are a little more prominent here, showing a greater range that is absolutely full of emotion – there are even some whispered vocals at times, making for something that sounds extremely unique in the present day.
Lethe is another track that starts out acoustically, before turning into more of a rock song proper on the chorus. The dynamic variation between the verses and choruses works really well, keeping your attention permanently fixed on the track at hand. You can really feel the angst within the chorus vocals, as they almost scream the lyrics out with a huge burst of emotion. Towards the end, the pace increases, adding a punkier vibe to this amazing tune.
Midnight Library adds more of an electronic quality to Tales of No One, particularly in terms of the bassline added in the background. Sparse keyboard motifs are present at times, echoing nicely in the background. The drums are one of the most impressive things about this tune, seeming incredibly strong throughout.
Unsent Letters changes things up even more, kicking off with just a simplistic piano melody that is played underneath Tiago’s vocal lines. The vocals reach some really high notes at times, showing a sense of bravery that really pays off. The track changes once again towards the end, bringing the rock and roll vibes back into the mix. It’s a really nice closing song, showing yet another interesting divergence within Clinically Sane’s array of sounds.
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