Shining Synth
Posted August 28, 2014
By MaryNikkel_NRT, Staff Reviewer
Electropop group Esterlyn's latest is the Love EP, the follow-up to 2012's Woven, their first venture into the electronic world.
The EP starts with a refreshing synth sound in intro "Alms" that bubbles into the collection of songs, blending with an indie worship sound reminiscent of Rend Collective or All Sons & Daughters in songs like "Break My Heart" and "You Awaken." The electronic sounds are crystal clear, grounded by booming percussion.
The themes of the collection are found in title track "Love," which summarizes the project with the words "I am lost without love / Your love is never gonna let us down." "Holy Fire" is a cry for that love to set life blazing in our hearts, while "Choir of Angels" is a worshipful response.
Closing Thoughts:
This EP uses the recent trend to blend folk and electronic elements well, creating a sound that is coherently engaging and smooth. The purely instrumental intro and interlude "Heaven's Gate" hold some of the best moments of the EP, creating the atmosphere of worship and wonder without words. The themes found in the songs offered here do somewhat lack complexity and originality, leaving room in the future for the band to either explore fresher themes or else express these cornerstone ideas in a more unique way. Despite that however, the songs express worship and God's love earnestly and enthusiastically, making this an encouraging and uplifting musical experience both in its sonic atmosphere and its lyrical content.
Song to Download Now:
"Chorus of Angels" (Get it on iTunes here.) View All Music And Book Reviews By MaryNikkel_NRT | View MaryNikkel_NRT's Profile
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