Blurstem - Ocelli (2024) [Hi-Res]
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BAND/ARTIST: Blurstem
- Title: Ocelli
- Year Of Release: 2024
- Label: Western Vinyl
- Genre: Electronic, ambient, modern classical
- Quality: 16-bit/44.1kHz FLAC; 24-bit/48kHz FLAC
- Total Time: 38 min
- Total Size: 257; 483 MB
- WebSite: Album Preview
Blurstem's new album, Ocelli, centers on the theme of contrast, juxtaposing intimate, introspective moments with grandiose sounds and expansive feelings. Chris Bartels, the artist behind Blurstem, explains, "The main theme for this album is contrast. Contrast between intimate, introspective moments and sounds, compared with the huge, grandiose sound and feel. Growing up in the Twin Cities, we’d often go up to Duluth as a family for short vacations. For whatever reason, this concept of contrast made me think of Duluth - there’s this definite small town feel to it, but at the same time, there’s these absolutely massive ships that come and go all the time, on this insanely huge lake."
The title track "Ocelli" exemplifies this theme with its progression from soft, quiet piano and subtle ambience to a powerful, driving section before returning to a softer tone. Another track, "Eagles Flight," features a rich, full section two-thirds of the way through, followed by an outro where a violin line is duplicated and thinned out, creating a sound more akin to a woodwind instrument.
The album's creation was influenced by the presence of a Rhodes electric piano, which Blurstem was temporarily housing for a friend. In the studio, Bartels used the Rhodes in both expected and unexpected ways, incorporating it into traditional melodic and chordal structures as well as experimenting with it to create atmospheric, ambient textures. This versatility of the Rhodes adds a unique dimension to the album, blending conventional piano sounds with innovative sonic landscapes. Additionally, much of the piano was recorded at John Hayes' house, adding a collaborative element from their previous work together on their album Du Nord (Elskavon & John Hayes).
With airplay on KEXP's Pacific Notions show and Germany's BerlinOnAir, Ocelli has been resonating with listeners across the airwaves and blogosphere, where ADSR highlights the album's emotional and sonic depth, stating, "Bartels continues to elevate Blurstem’s emotional and sonic depth, inviting listeners into a world where local nuances meet universal themes, crafting a deeply immersive auditory experience,” and Last Day Deaf describing lead single “Eagles Flight” as a "captivating journey through sonic landscapes.”
Tracklist:
1 01. Blurstem - Memories of Autumn (03:58)
1 02. Blurstem - Ocelli (04:26)
1 03. Blurstem - Eagles Flight (04:39)
1 04. Blurstem - Docile (03:39)
1 05. Blurstem - Frábært Vatn (04:20)
1 06. Blurstem - Remnants (06:12)
1 07. Blurstem - Euphoria Sail (02:29)
1 08. Blurstem - Greysolon (03:45)
1 09. Blurstem - Particles (02:22)
1 10. Blurstem - Blended (02:36)
The title track "Ocelli" exemplifies this theme with its progression from soft, quiet piano and subtle ambience to a powerful, driving section before returning to a softer tone. Another track, "Eagles Flight," features a rich, full section two-thirds of the way through, followed by an outro where a violin line is duplicated and thinned out, creating a sound more akin to a woodwind instrument.
The album's creation was influenced by the presence of a Rhodes electric piano, which Blurstem was temporarily housing for a friend. In the studio, Bartels used the Rhodes in both expected and unexpected ways, incorporating it into traditional melodic and chordal structures as well as experimenting with it to create atmospheric, ambient textures. This versatility of the Rhodes adds a unique dimension to the album, blending conventional piano sounds with innovative sonic landscapes. Additionally, much of the piano was recorded at John Hayes' house, adding a collaborative element from their previous work together on their album Du Nord (Elskavon & John Hayes).
With airplay on KEXP's Pacific Notions show and Germany's BerlinOnAir, Ocelli has been resonating with listeners across the airwaves and blogosphere, where ADSR highlights the album's emotional and sonic depth, stating, "Bartels continues to elevate Blurstem’s emotional and sonic depth, inviting listeners into a world where local nuances meet universal themes, crafting a deeply immersive auditory experience,” and Last Day Deaf describing lead single “Eagles Flight” as a "captivating journey through sonic landscapes.”
Tracklist:
1 01. Blurstem - Memories of Autumn (03:58)
1 02. Blurstem - Ocelli (04:26)
1 03. Blurstem - Eagles Flight (04:39)
1 04. Blurstem - Docile (03:39)
1 05. Blurstem - Frábært Vatn (04:20)
1 06. Blurstem - Remnants (06:12)
1 07. Blurstem - Euphoria Sail (02:29)
1 08. Blurstem - Greysolon (03:45)
1 09. Blurstem - Particles (02:22)
1 10. Blurstem - Blended (02:36)
Year 2024 | Classical | R&B | Electronic | FLAC / APE | HD & Vinyl
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