Ambient/Review Carlos Dengler - The After
Carlos Dengler is an American composer, multi-instrumentalist, essayist, and actor living in New York City. His music fits comfortably in the New Age genre, though it is interspersed with touches of ambient, fusing a long-nurtured passion for contemplative music with the keyboard style of his early work with the band Interpol. His music practice is based on his naturalist persuasions, which are nurtured through frequent excursions into wild spaces such as national parks, national forests, and state parks.
"The After," Carlos Dengler's most recent release, transports listeners to otherworldly settings and fascinating regions. This ambient album offers a serene and uplifting auditory experience that goes beyond the bounds of traditional music, delving deeply into the process of transfiguration and the spiritual journey from earthly existence to the afterlife.
"The After" captivates the senses with its ethereal atmospheres and engrossing soundscapes right from the first few notes. A rich tapestry of sound is created by Dengler's deft use of ambient sounds, enveloping the listener in a cocoon of peace and reflection. Every song takes the listener on a journey through the many phases of spiritual development and enlightenment, much like a chapter in a cosmic story.
"The After" never becomes tedious or stale, even with its somber themes. Rather, Dengler gives each song a feeling of energy and movement, making the album interesting and compelling from beginning to end. Every aspect of "The After," aims to inspire amazement and astonishment in the listener.
Raising a variety of feelings and experiences is one of the album's strongest points. "The After" provides listeners on a journey of spiritual exploration and emotional catharsis, alternating between intensely peaceful moments and exuberant joyous ones. A strong connection is made between the listener's spirit and their imagination by Dengler's delicate compositions.
As a whole, Carlos Dengler's "The After" is a musical journey that takes listeners beyond the boundaries of ordinary existence rather than merely being an album. Dengler's talent as a musician and his deep grasp of the human spirit are demonstrated by "The After," which has a respectful ambiance, uplifting melodies, and dreamy soundscapes.