In an era where the world feels increasingly fragmented, French composer Vger has delivered a sonic manifesto that suggests the best way to bridge the gap is through a shared bassline. His latest offering, ‘The Hits From Ethnical World’, is a bold, ambitious pivot from the introspective, philosophical depths of his previous work, ‘The Secret of Time’. While that record looked inward at the ticking clock of existence, this new project flings the windows wide open, inviting the entire planet to a global block party.
Vger has long been a master of "electronic fusion," but here he elevates the genre to something closer to a high-definition travelogue. His creative process is famously visual; he treats every composition as a short film where the synthesisers act as the lens. This cinematic DNA is evident from the opening pulse of ‘Berlin Nights’, a track that perfectly captures the industrial, neon-soaked gravity of Germany’s electronic heart.
The journey moves with frantic, joyful energy across continents. ‘Desert Fantasy Dance At Dubai’ shimmer with Middle Eastern luxury, blending futuristic textures with traditional rhythmic flair, while ‘Eternal Night At Rio Beach’ is a masterclass in South American exuberance. It’s hard not to feel the warmth of the sand through the syncopated percussion and fluid basslines that define the Brazilian spirit.
An album built on his own terms, ‘The Hits From Ethnical World’ shines thanks to Vger’s passion. He’s not simply sampling or paying loose homage to the global motifs but diving deep into them. Whether it is the digital optimism of ‘Breakfast Along The Silicon Valley’ or the sheer, hammering intensity of ‘Emperor Honor At Yokohama’, the music feels researched and respectful. A particular highlight for those who enjoy a bit of Nordic drama is ‘Vikings Magical Fjords Force’.
The album eventually finds its way to a pub in the Emerald Isle with ‘Ireland Night Ballymore’. It’s a triumphant, foot-stomping finale that uses lively violin phrases to remind us that, regardless of climate or history, the human impulse to celebrate is universal. ‘The Hits From Ethnical World’ is a borderless experience that proves Vger is one of the most imaginative architects in the electronic scene.
Along with the Spotify stream above, you can find Vger’s music on Apple Music, Deezer, and Amazon Music. For more, be sure to join him on YouTube and Instagram.
