Picture by Emilio Tini
Dardust’s Urban Impressionism is undeniably one of the most exciting projects of the week. From the very first track, titled the same as the album, we are immediately immersed in the hypnotic embrace of his piano. It grips the soul and gently tames it, with subtle, enchanting nuances that wash over us like a wave, soothing our worries.
The album continues to showcase Dardust’s classical technique, while infusing it with modern electronic textures, creating a sonic masterpiece that blends past, present, and future. Each track is like a painting, bursting with vibrant colors and emotions. “Le Bolero Brutal,” one of our favorites, is a powerful illustration of his raw artistic expression. The urgency to live, to create, pulses through every note, allowing the listener to project their own feelings into the music.
Over the course of 13 tracks, we are taken on a journey that culminates in Italian Rêverie, a delicate and dreamlike composition. It’s a musical cocoon that honors both quality and imagination, inviting us to drift away and lose ourselves in its beauty. With Urban Impressionism, Dardust has crafted an album that captivates the ear and ignites the soul.
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