Pandemonium’s debut single “Dalí” is an audacious and cinematic entry into the world of experimental hip-hop. The trio — Maffmatix, Claire Ray, and Charlton Banks — create an otherworldly listening experience that mirrors the surreal artistry of Salvador Dalí himself. Every layer of sound feels deliberate, yet unrestrained, as if the group built an entire world inside their speakers — the Dalíverse, where logic bends and soundscapes melt into one another.
The track opens with smoky undertones and hypnotic percussion before giving way to intricate lyricism that feels both philosophical and playful. Each verse glides through dreamlike imagery and poetic abstraction, while the production swells with trip-hop grooves, funk basslines, and a hint of neo-soul warmth. It’s a record that challenges what hip-hop can be — unafraid of silence, dissonance, or space.
Pandemonium’s upcoming album Back of the Mind promises a full dive into this sound universe. Tracks like “Mindstate Mirage” and “Velvet Spectrum” (early teasers from the project) blend boom-bap foundations with cosmic textures, giving each song its own gravitational pull. “Frequencies of Flesh” flirts with R&B sensuality, while “Back Alley Saints” slaps with hard-hitting drums and social reflection. Each composition feels like a different dream sequence — stitched together by an artistic fearlessness that refuses to be boxed in. The video for “Dalí” seals the deal — a kaleidoscopic trip through surreal visuals that turn music into motion art. It’s a testament to Pandemonium’s vision: a project not crafted for mass attention, but for the art itself. With “Dalí,” they’ve opened the first portal into their world — and it’s hauntingly brilliant.
