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‘The Tower to Surpass the Clouds (Album)’ by Shining Fields

‘The Tower to Surpass the Clouds (Album)’ by Shining Fields Whenever the name Shining Fields is mentioned in connection with music, enthusiasts of ambient, drone, or experimental genres take notice. Now, the solo artist has released a new full-length album, which is also available on cassette. With ‘The Tower to Surpass the Clouds,’ the artist delves into Japan’s history, specifically the time around the Great Kantō Earthquake. This earthquake marked a tragic moment in Japanese history. It halted the slow process of cultural integration and amplified the sounds of militarization and nationalism. Foreigners, especially Koreans, were unjustly targeted by roving gangs. These gangs aimed to free Japan from foreign influence, which they perceived as a threat to the emperor’s power. In the days following the earthquake, anarchists Sakae Osugi and Noe Ito were pursued and executed by the military without trial. This incident became known as the Amakasu Incident. Emperor Taishō passed away i
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Life in Minor Hues: "villain to my story (EP)" by jupiter Flynn

‘villain to my story (EP)’ by jupiter flynn

Delicate melancholy, akin to raindrops tapping on the roof of a youthful soul, suffuses her compositions. In other words, jupiter flynn has released her 5-song EP, ‘villain to my story,’ bedecked with her distinctive features. They bear a fragility reminiscent of a butterfly’s wings. Yet, through her voice, she infuses the coming-of-age lyrics with remarkable strength, lending her songs captivating depth.
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The opening track, ‘monsters and men,’ delves into fear, vulnerability, and the struggle to navigate a world where both darkness and human actions harm us. It serves as a reminder that resilience lies in acknowledging our fears while recognizing our inner strength. With ‘villain to my story,’ she explores a torn heart and the desire for forgiveness, describing the uncertainty surrounding love and its potential reconstruction.
‘another sad song’ brims with intense emotions, portraying a complex relationship. It beautifully captures the balance between hope and fear, the longing for love, and caution against further pain. In ‘goodbye and good luck,’ disappointment looms large, patience finally exhausted. Yet, a glimmer of hope persists. And in ‘all or nothing,’ we reach the finale of this rollercoaster relationship. Ultimately, feeling nothing becomes preferable, loss, self-healing, and the search for peace take center stage.
jupiter flynn’s music serves us a slice of growing up. It’s the melancholic, shadow-drenched part of a once hopeful relationship, slipping through our fingers like water. ‘villain to my story’ paints life in minor hues, wonderfully poignant, honest, and resonant with each note. It’s like a heartfelt conversation with the soul, carried by melancholic strains.



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