Iranian sound artist Siavash Amini has spent over a decade crafting acclaimed electronic music that draws on literature, mysticism, and medieval Iranian culture, earning praise from Pitchfork, The Guardian, and AllMusic. Eremos, released in 2023 on American Dreams Records, takes its title from a Greek adjective meaning "uninhabited" — a concept that lies at the heart of this deeply introspective work. The album illustrates a passage from Avicenna, the celebrated philosopher of the Islamic Golden Age, exploring the idea that one can move out of darkness by confronting the darkness within.
Eremos is a mesmerizing sonic journey built on microtonal chords, billowing textures, and vast, austere soundscapes that feel as remote and expansive as its title suggests. Amini's meticulous compositional approach gives each element room to phase, flutter, and evolve, creating an immersive atmosphere that rewards patient and attentive listening. For fans of boundary-pushing electronic music with rich conceptual depth, this is a compelling and rewarding addition to any collection.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: American Dreams Records
- Genre: Electronic
- Release Date: 10/27/2023
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TRACKS
A1. Wayward
A2. The Darkness About The Pole
B1. A Desert Of Immobile Winds
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