Kieran Hebden, widely known as Four Tet, has formally released a collection of tracks under the unpronounceable alias ⣎⡇ꉺლ༽இ•̛)ྀ◞ ༎ຶ ༽ৣৢ؞ৢ؞ؖ ꉺლ, now titled Wingdings. The project, previously a secret, has amassed millions of streams on platforms like Spotify.
The album’s name and artist moniker appear as a series of glyphs that render differently across platforms—YouTube Music, Apple Music, and Bandcamp each display them uniquely. Despite the cryptic branding, the music itself is polished and infectious, showcasing Hebden’s signature sound design.
From Secret Alias to Mainstream Release
For years, Hebden kept the Wingdings project under wraps, but its growing popularity has led to an official release. Some tracks, like the fifth—previously dropped by Fred Again during a Boiler Room set as “Feelings” under Hebden’s KH alias—are included.
The album leans into Four Tet’s dance-oriented style, blending crushed 8-bit drums, hypnotic handpan grooves, and sharp synth melodies. While not high-energy rave tracks, songs like the seventh build to ecstatic, spiritual climaxes with layered textures.
Where to Stream 'Wingdings'
Wingdings is available on Bandcamp, YouTube Music, Apple Music, Spotify, Deezer, and Qobuz. Tracks range from triphop-inspired grooves to deep house and ambient comedowns, offering a versatile listening experience.
