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  • Boston / Ion EP

    Boston / Ion EP

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    Born while travelling between Boston and Lisbon, the Boston / Ion EP emerged as a testament to a period of my life characterised by conflicting emotions.

    Boston

    “Boston,” the first track on the EP, is a sonic voyage into the heart of New England’s enigmatic metropolis. It starts with a field recording that morphs into pad sounds. Kick and bass drive the song, almost like you would drive a car through the old streets of Boston. An ever-changing synth intertwines in with leads sounds, creating a hypnotic atmosphere that keeps constant tension throughout the song. The echoes and the distant hum of traffic weave into the music, creating a reflective atmosphere that transports listeners from shadows to light.

    Ion

    It was in the vibrant, sun-kissed city of Lisbon that “Ion” found its voice. The light of Lisbon has a specific blue tone. You would attribute this light to cities in the Nordic countries. Some days, the sun glitters on the sea waves with a unique sparkling light. This contrasts sharply with the dense atmosphere you can experience at night near Carmo Convent. “Ion” explores the otherworldly ambience of Lisbon’s streets as an embodiment of its paradoxical blend of lively energy and profound introspection. The track blends synthetic vocal sounds with bubbling synths to recreate the glitters of lights reflecting on the waves and the movement of the ocean. A steady bass sound carries the evolving atmosphere and pays homage to the established bass culture of the city, evoking a sense of wanderlust and adventure.

    The “Boston / Ion” EP is a sonic journey that invites listeners to experience the interplay of light and dark, rain and sun, mystery and clarity. It encapsulates the reflective moments spent amidst the streets of Boston and the landscapes of Lisbon. It is a musical diary of my travels and the emotional resonance they left behind.

    With its mysterious and reflective ambience, the Boston / Ion EP promises to transport listeners to these two distinct worlds, each with unique allure, and invites them to immerse themselves in the beauty of contrast and transformation through electronic music. 

    You can listen to the Boston / Ion EP on

    If you like the music, consider to support me by buying the EP on Bandcamp!

    you can check out my other releases here.

    Thank you for listening!

  • Half Eclipse

    Half Eclipse

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    Half Eclipse symbolises the balance between the ordinary and the extraordinary. Just like the moon partially covers the sun during a solar eclipse, our daily routines can sometimes overshadow our passions and creativity. This album serves as a reminder that it’s possible to find equilibrium between our responsibilities and our dreams.

    Half Eclipse also suggests an incomplete or imperfect state. In an era where perfection is often overvalued, this album encouraged me to embrace imperfection as a source of beauty and authenticity. It’s a celebration of the raw, unpolished aspects of music.

    The songs

    Let me take you through the journey behind this album’s name and 12 tracks.

    1. Forgive Me: This is where it all began. There is a movie named ” The Legend of 1900.” It is the story of a man who was born on a cruise ship. On that ship, he lived and learned to play the piano. He was a talent, a true force of nature, but unfortunately, he never left that ship. This intro samples his monologue at the end of the movie.

    2. ‘900: Named after the movie mentioned above. I wanted to capture the feeling of sitting on a vast, empty cruise ship crossing the Atlantic.

    3. Piano Excerpt: This is a brief, melancholic moment on the keys, recorded during a late-night session when inspiration struck like lightning.

    4. Cluster: The track emerged from hours of experimenting with different synth patches and drum patterns. It’s the chaos that led to clarity.

    5. Freeze Me in a Photography: This is an ode to capturing memories in sound, a way to hold on to fleeting moments.

    6. Infirmity: A reflection on the fragility of life, which we often forget in our daily hustle.

    7. Mountain Wind: Inspired by a solo trip to the mountains. I was in the Maritime Alps, at the border between Italy and France. For a moment, I found myself thinking about the mountains in Nepal, and this is the result.

    The Remixes

    Now, here’s the twist – I decided to invite some talented friends to put their own spin on my tracks. It’s incredible how different artists can reinterpret the same melody:

    8. ‘900 remixed by Martin Schulte: Martin added his unique touch, giving it a depth I couldn’t have imagined.

    9. Freeze Me in a Photography remixed by DIB: DIB took my memory and made it his own, a beautiful transformation.

    10. Piano Excerpt remixed by Viktor Apostolski: Viktor played with the emotions, turning my late-night musings into something even more profound.

    11. Forgive Me remixed by Reverb: Reverb put a haunting spin on my imaginary cruise ship. Now, it is cutting the Atlantic Ocean at the speed of light.

    12. Mountain Wind, remixed by Morkebla and Sonambient: A collaboration that transformed my mountain memories into an epic journey.

    So there you have it: Half Eclipse, my part-time passion project, turned into 1 hour and 32 minutes of music. It’s not just an album; it’s a diary of my nights, weekends, and moments of creativity squeezed between the mundane of my day job. 

    You can listen to Half Eclipse on

    If you like the music, consider to support me by buying the EP on Bandcamp!

    you can check out my other releases here.

    Thank you for listening!