Oliwa: ‘Naturalia’
Even after listening for quite some time, I would have admit that ambient and drone music can be, at times, somewhat of an acquired taste. To me, it requires a tranquil patience and a willingness to let go and really give yourself –mind, as well as ears– to the music. Too often do I hear ambient used in the context of “background music”, and while this can be quite effective in many settings and situations, its stimulus can reach far beyond such simple restraints. As minimal and basic as the sounds can come across, they also have the ability leave infinite space for the imagination to wander, inspiring the listener to envision lucid landscapes void of worldly constructs and ideals.
Naturalia is the newest release from one of my favorite ambient/soundscape masterminds and Buenos Aires resident, Oliwa. A textural, 6-track journey that is more of a meditative experience than a transparent listen. Visceral tones penetrate deep into the inner cosmos of the listener, fringing in the space between earthy organics and the vast, consuming, emptiness of space. Each track brings forth a specific palette of color that flows through without the slightest resistance, often leaving behind an unknown, feeling of elusive longing. Deep, lush synths drenched in reverb breathe a mysterious life into the listener with a reassuring yet haunting nature, while also providing room for unseen nostalgic interpretations to evolve and shape-shift with divine fluidity. Boundless conceptually, but also so incredible focused artistically. An amazing addition to an already impressive discography. I really can’t say enough about this record… Truly a surreal passage away from reality if you’re willing to open the doors of your subconscious.
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