For all of the pop-filled music that is formulated around the verse-chorus-verse-chorus-middle-chorus-chorus structure, we really love artists that show little respect for such conventions. Among Savages is 24 year old Nashville resident, Peter Barbee, a composer since his young years.

Start at the Beginning is a stunning offering, showing off an expansive musical palette that not many have the ability or talent to draw out. The tension builds like a symphony, egging the listener’s ear on with layer upon layer of texture with each new section of the song. The stark, sparse harmonies, paired with the falsetto of Barbee’s voice reminds us of Elbow’s recent outing, Antony and the Johnsons, Grizzly Bear, and Arcade Fire. The drums and rhythmic elements appear halfway through the song, using rhythm in the same way that Miike Snow might.

The level of intricate detail in this 4:41 song is enough to have you hearing new parts upon the 14th and 15th listen, which is where we’re at within the last hour.