This 2022 single finds Birocratic exploring a darker, more subdued side of his electronic sound, driven by a prominent, melancholic piano loop. It stands as a fine example of his ability to evoke atmosphere with minimal elements.
- "the long retreat" was released on December 13, 2022.
- The single was released on the [no label] imprint.
- The genre is listed as electronic and trip-hop.
Birocratic is a beatmaker from Providence, Rhode Island, known for his sample-heavy, Nujabes-influenced brand of instrumental hip-hop. At the time of "the long retreat," Birocratic had released several LPs and EPs, solidifying his place in the lo-fi and trip-hop scenes.
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