Album Review: Walk Through My Id

There’s something really satisfying about stumbling across an album that feels both nostalgic and totally fresh. That’s exactly what DJ Sven Ginge Andersen delivers with Walk Through My Id – a nine-track journey through ambient soundscapes, old-school dance vibes, and thoughtful experimental twists. The Copenhagen-born, now New Plymouth-based producer has crafted something that feels like a tribute to his influences, but also a deeply personal statement.

Right from the opener, The Hunt you get the sense that this is a sound that he enjoys creating. The track captures that feeling of heading out for the night – anticipation, nerves, excitement – all simmering in the music. It sets the scene with energy and movement, drawing you into the story.

Track two, The March of The Night, is where things take a darker, cooler turn. It reminds me of The Crystal Method’s song Vegas especially in the use of those over the radio voices and slower tempo. There’s a real atmosphere to it. While the beat is a bit more restrained than the opener, it brings a sense of momentum and purpose. Sven wrote this one as a kind of zombie soundtrack, but it also has a deeper meaning – representing society blindly marching toward authoritarianism. It’s clever, layered, and honestly one of the album’s standout tracks.

Vaporiser leans more into introspective territory. It explores the idea of youth and mortality – that feeling when you’re young and think bad things only happen on TV. It’s got a moody vibe, with space in the track that gives the theme room to breathe.

The title track, Walk Through My Id takes things into more ambient, subconscious territory. This one’s less about hooks and more about mood – the darkest track on the album, but not in a heavy way. It feels like Sven diving into his inner world and letting us listen in as we wander through it.

Tibet changes the pace again. It’s driven by tambourine rhythms and anchored by a fantastic sub bassline that gives it real warmth. There’s a slightly oriental feel in the scale choices too, which adds to the atmosphere. It’s not bleak like you might expect from a track about the Himalayas – instead, it feels expansive and curious. That flows perfectly into Oriental Dreamer a trap-influenced track with a slick modern beat and some really cool vocal textures. Sven describes it as “a Geisha meeting NWA,” which sounds odd but actually works. There’s a Linkin Park interlude kind of vibe to it too – blending old and new, soft and hard.

Who Knows is more laid-back, a slower track with a great groove. It’s a bit of a vibe piece – something you can sink into. This one, and really the whole album, reminds me of the stuff I was listening to in the late 90’s. Fatboy Slim, The Chemical Brothers, even touches of The Prodigy – not in a direct way, but in how Sven mixes energy, atmosphere, and genre in such an unpretentious way. It’s clear he’s got love for that era.

The album’s lead single, Goin’ Crazy ’25, is a fun, high-energy mash-up of Euro-pop and rap. It’s catchy and in-your-face in the best way. There’s a real throwback feel to it – the video especially made me think of Music 2000 on the original PlayStation, with all those trippy kaleidoscope visuals and DIY techno vibes. It’s playful and bold, and you can tell Sven had a blast making it. The guest appearance from Estonian dance act Lady Garden + is the cherry on top.

Closing out the album is Soleil De Cote d’Ivoire, a vibrant celebration of West African music and culture. With touches of French woven in, it’s a bright and uplifting way to finish things off – a warm goodbye after an emotional and energetic ride.

Overall, Walk Through My Id feels like a love letter to music, memory, and identity. It’s playful, serious, introspective, and danceable all at once. Sven Ginge Andersen has crafted something unique here – a debut that’s not just a calling card, but a full-on invitation into his world.

I recommend this album for those who are interested in bands like Massive Attack, Crystal Method, Ozric Tentacles and other EDM artists that like to create soundscapes and music that you can soak up and enjoy.