{"product_id":"trace","title":"Trace","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing the 2024 reissue of \u003cem\u003eThe Synthetic Form\u003c\/em\u003e and the 2025 reissue of \u003cem\u003eFurther\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eTrace\u003c\/em\u003e is reissued on clear vinyl with white splatter, with 50 percent of proceeds donated to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention in Wells’ honour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eTrace\u003c\/em\u003e represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of Gridlock, bridging their earlier industrial roots with expansive ambient and IDM-influenced soundscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReleased in early 2001, \u003cem\u003eTrace\u003c\/em\u003e received critical praise and underground acclaim. Reviewers highlighted its blend of melodic drones reminiscent of Brian Eno with fractured beats and immersive ambient textures. Its evolving percussion and layered atmospheres marked a maturation of Gridlock’s original ethos, moving away from harsh industrial noise toward a more melodic, ambient, and cerebral sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe duo continued this trajectory on their final album, Formless, before disbanding, leaving behind a small but highly influential catalog. In tribute to Mike Wells, who passed away in 2022, Viasonde is reintroducing Gridlock’s work with the blessing of Wells’ family. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viasonde","offers":[{"title":"2LP - Clear with White Splatter","offer_id":56945598628171,"sku":"R8137-9315","price":32.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/SONDE04.jpg?v=1775227428","url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/fr\/products\/trace","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}