Delerium
Mythologie
Metropolis Records
Full of beautifully ethereal melodies and transitional soundscapes, Delerium is back with its 15th studio album, Mythologie.
Since Deleriumβs founding in 1987, music pioneers Bill Leeb and Rhys Fulber have been non-stop in their musical experimentation and devotion to pushing the boundaries of electronic and ambient music. Mostly known for their 2000 award-winning track βSilence (feat. Sarah McLachlan),β Leeb and Fulber have collaborated with many talented vocalists and lyricists over the years: Kristy Thirsk, MediΓ¦val BΓ¦bes, and Kirsty Hawkshaw, just to name a few.
And true to its history and legendary style, Delerium collaborates with some amazing talent on Mythologie. JaΓ«l from Lunik, Jes of Tiesto, Mimi Page from Bassnectar, Phildel, Geri Soriano-Lightwood, and Leah Randi all join Leeb and Fulber on the album. The result is an album that will propel Delerium into the future.
Fans of Deleriumβs soft and sensual beats will love the sultry βKeep On Dreaming.β JaΓ«lβs lead vocals melt into the melodies and perfectly harmonize with Leah Randiβs backing vocals. The music is entrancing and lulling, and listeners may find themselves being carried away on the melodic rise and fall of βKeep On Dreaming.β
For those who prefer more of a pop sound, βStayβ has a mainstream feel. Jesβs vocals seem to modernize Deleriumβs signature sounds. The light and elegant electronic effects are still there, but the inclusion of Jesβs singing will catch the attention of younger audiences and garner Delerium some new fans.
Mythologieβs single βRitualβ is a haunting and infectious track with its sharp beats and smooth melodies. Phildelβs vocals are expertly reverberated adding to the otherworldly feel of the song. Like something forbidden, the subtle and ingenious layering of several electronic tracks creates an eerie yet alluring feel to βRitual.β
Then there is the jazzy βGhost Requiemβ with Geri Soriano-Lightwoodβs earthy vocals. Very much unlike anything else Delerium has done before, the bouncing beat of the chorus is sure to captivate listeners.
Deleriumβs Mythologie is an impressive achievement and marks the bandβs continuous and ever-evolving move into the future. Long-time fans will be drawn to Deleriumβs well-known sounds and beloved beats, and new listeners will love the transitional and experimental tones, effects, and melodies that transcend the ordinary.
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Samantha Stevens