Belgian artist Hilke has released her new album Am I Angry Enough? via Red Brick Records, with the single slack standing out as a moody, immersive piece that blends ambient textures, experimental electronics, and emotionally reflective lyrics.
slack opens with percussive loops and brooding piano motifs, setting a restrained, introspective tone. Hilke’s soft vocal delivery emerges over the texture, accompanied by vocal swells, atmospheric pads, and violin fragments that develop the track’s depth. Rhythmic synth patterns gradually surface, creating momentum without disrupting the song’s delicate balance. The overall production builds with controlled intensity, creating a layered and expressive soundscape.
Lyrically, slack reflects on identity, growth, and emotional complexity. The track examines the in-between spaces—neither fixed nor easily defined—with lines like “Give me some time, to find myself” resonating with the wider themes of the album. Musically, the composition matches that internal search with subtle shifts and intricate textures.
Hilke’s new album Am I Angry Enough? addresses themes rooted in her transfeminine identity, exploring questions of self-expression, empowerment, and vulnerability. Formerly a member of dream pop band Amatorski and previously releasing electronic work under the alias Hroski, Hilke now presents a more personal and direct body of work under her own name.
Across ten tracks, Am I Angry Enough? combines ambient electronics, experimental production, and poetic lyricism. With slack, Hilke offers a detailed and reflective listening experience that contributes to the album’s overarching emotional and sonic journey.
