REVIEW

The debut album from Icelandic multi-instrumentalist Gísli Gunnarsson.

Centered on post-classical compositions imbued with a sense of sacred radiance, the record’s appeal lies in the contrast created by the occasional injection of heavier material. This tendency becomes more pronounced in the latter half of the album.

The highlight is “Stream of Life” which features Mario Infantes of fellow Icelandic progressive metal band Cult of Lilith and stands out as a moment of exceptional beauty. Here, a violent, blast-beat-driven sound envelops Infantes’ smooth, lustrous tenor, transforming into a torrent of dazzling light that carries the listener’s soul toward the divine.

With a recent collaboration alongside Alcest already under his belt, Gunnarsson is clearly an artist to watch.