I always find myself so easily drawn to the more offbeat yet innately relaxing forms of instrumental music. Whenever an artist decides to push boundaries, discover a rather unconventional approach, and all the while somehow maintains a sense of melodic equilibrium and soothing style, it feels like you’re being taken down a journey into your own mind as long as you let yourself flow where the music takes you to. ‘Delusional Affection’ sees Ahren Merz deliver one such magical expedition of a piece, combining elements of classical instrumental music experimental approaches to sound design and a tad of electronic elements to put you in a state of such pure bliss. The composition specifically portrays Dalí’s emotions towards his muse Gala, which involve fear, unconditional love and compulsive feelings.
It’s a truly magnetic piece, rife with so many distinct and unique elements that each become moments to remember and look forward to on replaying it. At once super soft and soothing, it builds with momentum and progression that’s infectious and immense. A cathartic release in the most wonderful sense and an introspective journey that’s uninterrupted and blissful throughout.