Derrick Stembridge, with over two decades of experience composing ambient music and scoring films and television, brings his expertise in crafting expansive soundscapes to this collaboration. Partnering with w-berg adds new depth and texture to the project, marking a significant evolution for both artists.
Designed for moments of reflection and relaxation
Labile Records is excited to announce the release of “Iceland in Summer,” the latest single from North Sea, the upcoming collaborative album by Drifting In Silence (Derrick Stembridge) and w-berg (Wolfgang Worpenberg). The full album will be available on November 1, 2024. This new single offers a glimpse into the sonic landscape of the album, inviting listeners into a serene and immersive auditory experience.
“Iceland in Summer” blends light, ethereal melodies with subtle rhythmic textures, evoking the calm beauty of northern landscapes under soft, endless summer light. The track perfectly embodies the themes explored throughout North Sea: vastness, introspection, and the seamless merging of dream and reality. Designed for moments of reflection and relaxation, the single fits naturally into ambient, chill, and cinematic playlists.
The North Sea album takes listeners on a seven-track journey through carefully crafted soundscapes. In addition to “Iceland in Summer,” the album includes “Deep Water,” a brooding introduction that echoes the dark, mysterious depths of the ocean with resonant basslines. Tracks like “Misty Beach” evoke foggy coastlines with reverb-soaked melodies, while “On The Horizon” explores the limitless possibilities where the ocean meets the sky with delicate ambient textures and subtle rhythms. “Island of Dreams” lulls listeners with minimalist beats and flowing synths, drawing them into a dreamlike state.
A sense of calm introspection ::
The title track merges ambient, dub, and cinematic elements, capturing the rhythmic ebb and flow of ocean waves. The album closes with “Fading Light,” a reflective piece that symbolizes the transition from day to night, leaving listeners with a sense of calm introspection. Each track adds a layer to the intricate sonic tapestry woven by Stembridge and Worpenberg, creating a space where the line between the tangible and the ethereal fades.
Derrick Stembridge, with over two decades of experience composing ambient music and scoring films and television, brings his expertise in crafting expansive soundscapes to this collaboration. Partnering with w-berg adds new depth and texture to the project, marking a significant evolution for both artists. Together, they explore themes of isolation, vastness, and the mysterious beauty of the sea, offering listeners a deeply personal and universally resonant experience.
“Iceland in Summer” is now available for streaming, accompanied by a visually captivating music video that reflects the serene atmosphere of the track. The single serves as an introduction to the moods and themes that permeate North Sea, offering a taste of what’s to come with the album’s full release.
As the November 1 release of North Sea approaches, Drifting In Silence and w-berg are seeking media coverage and playlist placements to share their immersive musical journey with a wider audience.
North Sea is available on Labile November 1, 2024. [Bandcamp]
