It’s pretty rare to come across nuanced, alternative creatives like Aster Rhys. The American songstress first conquered our hearts with ‘Ocean Deep’, a sea-shanty-flavoured gem we described as “successfully blending tradition with modernity”. Eager to hear more, we kept our ears and eyes peeled, and finally, here it is: ‘Crossroads’ is Rhys’ latest effort, a slice of immersive charisma and cathartic energy.
Built on acoustic folk elements and lush soundscapes, the track is poignant and spiritual, wrapping the listeners into a metaphorical and meaningful journey across change, fate and life. The ‘Crossroads’ symbolism seeks to shine a light on the chaotic yet aleatory nature of life, where the choices we make are the basis for our final destination.
Rhys’ evocative and passionate vocals are a perfect match for the record, pairing well with its flutes, acoustic guitars and accordions. Speaking about the inspiration behind her songwriting, Aster explains: “It is a call to change. It embodies that inexplicable feeling of intuition, something that goes beyond the sense of self and the rational mind, where you walk the boundary line between reality and a lucid dream.”
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