Reviews: CHAUTT ! proves more cinematic muscle in Marc’s growing music catalog

Nov 4

“CHAUTT is another masterstroke in a growing collection of hybrid, cinematic soundscapes.

From its opening moments, CHAUTT pulls you into a vivid sonic journey. Lush synth lines weave with rhythmic pulses, evoking images of shifting skies and surreal landscapes. Each section unfolds like a scene change, moving effortlessly between meditative stillness and dramatic propulsion. Soucy’s mastery of spatial design is evident; every element breathes, giving the composition an almost visual depth. … The piece channels the spirit of progressive electronic composers like Vangelis or Max Richter, yet maintains Soucy’s distinctive fingerprint, a sense of global awareness, and timeless curiosity.”

— HOT DOG MUSIC BLOG November 3 2025

“As the piece develops, Soucy shows his command of structure and space. The rhythmic drive borrows from progressive rock’s precision while the melodic phrasing echoes world and classical traditions. Instead of overloading the listener, he arranges each section like a scene, allowing moments of tension to dissolve into calm reflection. The production is crisp, and each instrument is placed deliberately, giving the track a sense of depth and forward motion.”

— “Featured Tune” on ROCK ALL OVER, November 3 2025

CHAUTT was originally produced by myself for a two man studio project, El Kapitan, with Kirk Bartholomew. Here, I recreate the song as an even more electronic version than the original, and go pretty far in creating a little shock value as the "crazed human acts" unfold. Do wait until the end. It's not ALL doom and gloom! Thanks go out to Kirk for the inspiration.

arranged, performed, produced, and mixed by Marc Soucy

Cover art for the single release “CHAUTT” Click artwork to visit the HYPERLINK page which takes you to all streaming options.

“…each new sound feels sculpted rather than programmed. Subtle rhythmic patterns pulse beneath sweeping synth lines, while tonal changes mirror the push and pull of thought and emotion. … Every detail—from the crisp percussive accents to the lingering echoes of the final chord—reveals a composer deeply connected to his craft. CHAUTT doesn’t just play; it resonates…”

— THE BIG INDIE, November 3 2025

“The atmosphere is immersive and dramatic, ideal for lovers of soundtracks that tell stories without words. Soucy manipulates digital elements with the elegance of a classical composer, making it clear that his work doesn't seek to follow trends, but rather to explore the emotional depth of sound. A refreshing and highly personal offering.”

— LA CAVERNA, October 25 2025