As the world begins to recover from the pandemic, the daily grind can be overwhelming. That's why I turned to music as a way to slow down and find peace. Through my compositions, I aim to transport listeners to a calming, serene world. Using a blend of acoustic and electronic instruments, we created sounds reminiscent of nature and the comfort of home. To fully capture this feeling, my jazz piano trio recorded our album in a cozy living room, with a crackling fireplace and a beloved dog by our side. Together in one room, we sought to create a sense of connection and intimacy that can be felt through each note.
"We recorded everything super close to eachother, in one room, and using the Dummy Head to create a binaural recording (a technique used in ASMR). On many tracks, we added sound effects in the same manner. If you listen to the music on headphones or in-ears, the feeling of being in the room with the trio is enhanced greatly. This is also a core concept of the album, thus the title 'Closer'."