On “The Boy,” the debut from new US producer Julian Earle, youth is expressed in all its freedom. Each severe synth jolt or tense electronic pattern that dances around this piece feels like it could wander off anywhere. There’s a beautiful first step mentality to the track, which gives nods to Jon Hopkins‘ vast compositions without following a direct path. Hushed, barely tangible vocal parts scatter around too, the almost-utterances of a kid’s first words.