Gracefully delving into the rich tapestry of his ancestral lineage, Louis Sterling's EP, "Danse Macabre," masterfully navigates the intricate landscapes of ancient African echoes, captivating Latin melodies, and entrancing rhythmic world music. Navigating through moments of pensive introspection and frenzied urgency, the two-track release mirrors an eternal dance that beckons Sterling's ancestral roots. Eachtrack becomes a guiding thread along a meticulously choreographed phantom image, seamlessly shifting between fragile vulnerability and eerie intensity, reminiscent of spectral dancers upon an enigmatic ancestral stage.
Within the centerpiece composition, "Danse Macabre," Sterling artfully intertwines atmospheric musical compositions with abstract narratives, crafting an enthralling labyrinth of intrigue. The EP delves deep into introspective contemplation, probing existential concepts and metaphysical inquiries through abstract African chants interwoven with symbolic imagery and poetic finesse. With each successive listening, the music's significance subtly transforms, inviting individuals to embark on a soul-searching expedition.
Meanwhile, the haunting soundscape of "Alae Marmoris" unveils Louis Sterling's intricate fusion of melodies. The EP stretches the boundaries of electronic dance music and unconventional sonic landscapes, vividly illustrating Sterling's artistic prowess through the captivating melding of intricate melodies, otherworldly soundscapes, and intellectually stimulating lyrics. Needless to say, Sterling’s latest piece is one that transports listeners to a place that fluidly oscillates between the tangible and the metaphysical, conjuring an extraordinary sense of allure on the path to ancestral discovery.
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released November 16, 2023
All music written, recorded and produced by Louis Sterling
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