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The first half then gracefully concludes with the babbles and synth-arpeggiated freak outs of 'Us Is Dust,' fading out with a suggestive b e e p.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Dream in Technicolor' marks the dawn of the album's second act, where the narrative of \u003ci\u003eS A C R O S U N\u003c\/i\u003e unfolds with greater clarity. 'Kome' further immerses listeners in a cinematic soundscape, intricately woven from vocal and rhythmic elements. Meanwhile, 'Lapsis' offers a serene ambient experience, primarily crafted from guitar and synth layers. 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