Classical/Review muunroo - Late Road
muunroo is the indie pop-ambient music project of composer and music producer Gatis Sturnieks. The project is built around Gatis Sturnieks' instrumental music, songs, lyrics, and music videos. Some of muunroo's compositions are created as ad-lib improvisations—compositions are created spontaneously, right during recording, without a prior concept or melody, only based on momentary feelings, inspiration, and vision. These compositions are being further developed, and listeners will be able to hear them as finished songs and/or instrumental compositions.
The muunroo project's song, "Late Road," transports listeners to a profoundly engrossing aural universe that is influenced by improvisation, reflection, and subdued emotional resonance. The song, which was recorded in Gatis Sturnieks' own studio, exudes a sense of serene introspection akin to the breath that follows a demanding workday. It's music that's supposed to be felt as much as heard.
"Late Road," which was entirely improvised, combines ambient elements with delicate melodic progression. Its structure has a calming, almost meditative aspect to it; every note and layer develops organically, as if the song is learning about itself as it goes. The end effect is a surreal auditory experience that echoes the hazy mood between calm and tiredness and feels both grounded and alien.
The accompanying music video, which is currently accessible on YouTube, provides a visual representation of the poignant melodies of the song. The video, which is set against a backdrop of lonely evening vistas and poorly illuminated highways, reflects the song's slow-burning ambiance and melancholy tone. It further immerses listeners in muunroo's artistic vision by encapsulating the atmosphere of late-night reflection and the serene beauty found in silence.
Instead than calling out for your attention, "Late Road" beckons you in and provides a peaceful setting for introspection. It's a strong indication of what's to come from this new endeavor and a promising introduction to muunroo's philosophy and artistic approach. This is a worthwhile path for listeners who enjoy improvisational, ambient, and emotionally charged music.