I approach ‘Ocean’ with perhaps the wrong attitude, angered by everything that’s happening in the world around me. They say art is inherently personal, constantly influencing the way we experience our reality. I then suspect that ‘Ocean’ will lend a helping hand: it’s a gentle, meaningful piece, a raw and evocative slice of alt-folk drenched in pop melodies and melancholic fiddles. It’s the perfect soundtrack for personal introspection, allowing listeners to take refuge in a poignant and nostalgic moment, one where memories and regrets are bound to rise to the surface.
Don’t worry; you won’t get lost in it, as Jeremy’s charming and vivid vocals reveal a certain intensity and wholesomeness, completely catching our attention. This creates a striking contrast between the song’s lyrical urgency and its cinematic contour. Such contrast can be found in Engel himself; originally from Luxembourg, the talented troubadour now lives between Dublin and Geneva, something that will no doubt affect his art and songwriting efforts.
Borrowing eclectic instruments such as Irish bouzuki next to more conventional acoustic guitars and violins, Jeremy Engel crafts material that’s heartfelt and pensive, as ‘Ocean’ so proudly showcases. Delving deeper into the record, he explains: “It’s about that space where you don’t quite break, but you’re not whole either. A quiet storm for anyone who’s ever felt lost in their own mind.”
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