Erik Wøllo :: Where the River Widens (Projekt)

Wøllo’s ability to channel raw, in-the-moment creativity while maintaining an overarching sense of cohesion makes Where the River Widens a true journey. Whether you’re a longtime fan of his work or new to his sound, this release is a stunning testament to the power of ambient guitar music.

A sense of stillness and transformation

Erik Wøllo’s Where the River Widens is a mesmerizing foray through ambient soundscapes, blending delicate minimalist guitar lines with shimmering textures. Inspired by his time as an Artist in Residence in the high-altitude mountains of Skåbu, Norway, Wøllo captures a sense of stillness and transformation, much like the slow, inevitable widening of a river.

Across eleven deeply meditative tracks, Wøllo’s signature electric guitar work takes center stage, looped and layered to create an atmosphere that is both intimate and vast. His thoughtful and inventive playing shines throughout, particularly on “Confluence,” where percussive guitar textures ripple like droplets on a calm surface, adding a dynamic rhythmic presence.

Like a river’s path through changing landscapes, Where the River Widens evolves with patience and grace. Wøllo’s ability to channel raw, in-the-moment creativity while maintaining an overarching sense of cohesion makes this album a true journey. Whether you’re a longtime fan of his work or new to his sound, this release is a stunning testament to the power of ambient guitar music.

Where the River Widens is available on Projekt. [Bandcamp]