Premik Jolly is a Bangalore-based guitarist and producer who builds worlds in electronic psychedelia and crushing metal using ambient soundscapes. Since picking up guitar at seven, he’s played as the lead guitarist for popular bands like Threinody, Bajaaow, and The Ma Faiza Project while simultaneously architecting sonic worlds as Prematron.
He’s the creative force behind Tron 1982, India’s first synthwave act, a project ambitious enough to share stages with American legends The Midnight. What sets Premik Jolly apart isn’t versatility for its own sake, but an unwavering commitment to pushing India’s underground music into genuinely uncharted territory.
Premik also owns and manages Area 51 Productions which is his personal laboratory where all his music takes shape. With two decades of music-making under his belt, Premik has distilled his mastery over sound into his latest album ‘Eternal’, an 11-track album of pure electronic focus.
It’s a body of work that demands attention, and that’s exactly what we’re going to be exploring here. Read on to know why Prematron’s latest album deserves a spot in your playlist.
The first track, “Solitude” opens with a warm vinyl crackle that draws you in immediately. A fingerpicked guitar line plays out for the first minute, then synth layers start building underneath with reverb and delay washing over everything. The song sits somewhere between metal’s heaviness and ambient music’s softness. By the end, it feels less like a song and more like you’re sitting somewhere quiet, just thinking.
Built on a foundation of Arabic textures, “Eternal” constructs its tension through meticulous layering. The track teems with granular synth textures and minimal guitar phrases that create an almost hypnotic pull before softening into its midsection. When the electric guitar re-emerges, it arrives as a moment of cathartic release. Over five minutes of richly detailed electronic production, Premik orchestrates a seamless journey between dissonance and beauty.
“Star” feels like a spaceship taking off. The bassline anchors everything perfectly while a classy lead guitar floats over smooth electronic production and tight beats that push the track forward. It’s got this weightless quality, like you’re driving into space, sitting on the edge between hard-hitting and dreamy.
“What Remains” is a short, three-minute masterpiece intended to just make you feel better. There’s a guitar lead that stretches out and carries real emotion with it. You can feel how much care went into crafting this vibe.
“My Constant” opens with a breezy, almost weightless atmosphere. There’s an urgency underneath though, as the beats gradually build into something mysterious. It feels like something’s closing in, like you’re caught in a scene that’s shifting fast. This could easily slide into a thriller soundtrack, maybe something Sherlock would play over. Halfway through, a distorted guitar pushes things forward, then it pulls back to that breezy feeling right before it releases everything into shimmering tremolo effects. It’s tense, it’s beautiful, and it knows exactly when to let go.
“Forever” begins with the sound of rain and a peaceful guitar underneath. The production is intricate in the best way and feels like life is waking up around you. It’s short and almost meditative, like getting lost on a rainy day, letting the sounds wash over you.
The seventh track, “Why We Stay” opens with a crackling, almost ominous static that sets the mood. Every element, be it the guitar layers, electronic beats, synth textures, and the static, they all feel intentional and locked in place. You should wait for the second half. The track shifts from this low-key, chill vibe into full-on house beats and EDM energy. Normally a jump like that could feel jarring, but here it feels like Premik’s signature move, done so cleanly that you don’t question it for a second.
“Take Me Back” opens with a beautiful melody. The progression moves smoothly, built on solid bass and drums with shimmering electronics. Everything sits together perfectly in this alt-rock atmosphere. The track wraps up with a tender guitar lead, gentle and understated, never pushing too hard.
“Infinitude” feels like you’re flipping through old memories, then suddenly you’re drifting through space in slow motion. The sound quality is crisp and detailed throughout. There’s this weightless feeling as you glide through it. The guitar sounds unlike anything else on the album, rich and textured. It loops beneath you while building this image of what’s happening inside your mind.
The ninth track, “Heart of Gold” catches you off guard with sudden bursts of sound that feel both delicate and forceful at once. Again, this could slide into any film score without question. What stands out most is the restraint—nothing’s wasted, nothing’s overdone. It’s light but heavy, intricate but never cluttered.
The final song, “In Your Arms” opens with a serious tone. What’s striking is how the track juggles so many textures while staying focused on one emotional thread. The distorted guitar here is genuinely beautiful. It makes you want to move, want to feel it. As it builds toward the climax, Premik says goodbye in his signature way, letting the music stretch out to the very end.
Listen to Eternal on good days and bad days alike. This isn’t an album you can easily categorize or name. It’s an experience. What makes it work is the richness of the sounds, the subtle layers underneath, and Premik’s distinct way of moving through notes and textures. From start to finish, you’re struck by how intentional it all is. Hats off to an album that’s been crafted with real care and vision. Premik’s given us something worth sitting with.
