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in sadness, silence and solitude - CMI.57

The fourth chapter for the Raison D'être saga keeps well within the realms of Peter Andersson's previous works. Combining the all consuming ethereal atmospheres, the gregorian chants of Prospectus I, the slightly new age aura of Enthraled by the Wind of Loneliness, and from time to time, a mildly industrial air. Acually, In Sadness... is not that far removed in parts from the Atomine Elektrine album. Offering six pieces in total, Peter Andersson demonstrates a true and complete understanding of atmospherics, and sublety; an aspect of dark ambient music that is crucial in my opinion. Nothing overdone, and nothing unfullfilled. This won't be the last time that I remind people that dark ambient soundscapes such as these are only appreciated in solitude, and In Sadness, Silence and Solitude, lives up to all the title promises. A subtle and sometimes harrowing work from one of the true legends of the dark ambient world.

The latest from raison d'etre (Peter Anderson's one man project) pulled me into a dark blissfull portal that I was sad to crawl out of. The whole CD is pure archaic ambience, with many chanting and choral samples over-laying a rich textural tapestry wonderful to get lost in. This CD isn't a bed of roses without its thorns though, woven tastefully throughout "In sadness, silence and solitude" is a sharp barb which cuts just the right amount. Their is just enough crunchy content to make it a genuine Cold Meat release! All in all, Highly recommended.

Review by Evoltwin8