A little over a year after the release of his debut solo album, lluminated Manuscript, Cale Parks returns with Sparklace.

Although little time had passed, there is a stark contrast between the two albums. Sparklace stands as a more immediate album than its predecessor -- focusing on songs with a pop structure whereas Parks’ previous output was more ambient and minimalisitc.

Recorded in his home, every sound is original. If there is a drum sample, it is from Parks’ drum set. The vibraphone is sampled as well. To say Parks has found his voice, is to miss the point. Rather, the sound of Sparklace is singular and electronic with born digital sounds.

There is no wasted space, not a snare out of place. Listen carefully as it settles in -- fragile, but not without momentum.

Best known as the classically trained drummer and percussionist for Aloha, Parks has also recorded with Joan of Arc, White Williams and Passion Pit .