‘WATER’ marks the latest effort by independent artist, songwriter, and composer 17AD, an eclectic figure who has carved a space for himself in the soundscapes and ambient music scene. Known by day as Abez David, the talented creative has teamed up with vocalist Kelina Mary Bruce and programmer and arranger Nithin Martian, crafting a record that feels expansive as well as minimalist, all at the same time.
Spearheaded by a gentle, sweet arpeggio, ‘WATER’ evolves like an ethereal fever dream, with Bruce’s vocals resonating in a large space, as if she were an angel whispering in the listener’s ear. Luscious textures help the record bloom into a cinematic wonder, the perfect meeting point between hypnotic new age vibes and epic soundtrack tones. Towards the end, a kick drum and gritty bass frequencies enter the sonic canvas, touching alt-pop territories while remaining firmly in the leftfield realm.
Delving deeper into the creative ethos that propels the record, 17AD explains: “I flow through life’s storms knowing water is my source. It heals my mental and physical pain, waking up my soul and reminding me that the breath and life within me are crafted from the very waters that sustain me.” We appreciate such a strong philosophical take, a showcase of how complete the project is, being both sonically and lyrically rewarding.
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