Two lengthy pieces for this brand new release in Monos' impressive discography. This time, veterans Darren Tate and Colin Potter are joined by Paul Bradley, so the ICR/Twenty Hertz partnership comes full circle. "Entering" begins with serene, melancholic guitar sounds (incidentally reminding me of Kranky works like Stars of the Lid or Growing), before gradually turning to Monos' trademark drones, powerful and menacing. The following "Surface form" further increases the tension, with its maelstrom of metallic waves and layers of insect-like turbulences. Everything billows until it reaches a climax of ecstatic intensity, like a Buddhist ritual chant. A very emotional and evocative release, "Landscapes" is also an impressive show of talent in designing and controlling these huge, yet ethereal sound textures.