Marine Eyes - to belong (2024) [Hi-Res]

The album "to belong" by Cynthia Bernard (marine eyes) is a deeply personal exploration of the concept of belonging through the lens of meditative ambient music. Utilizing treated guitars, soft synthesizers, and layered vocals, the artist creates an atmosphere of intimacy and emotional acceptance. A significant feature of the work is the integration of field recordings and the voices of loved ones, transforming the music into a form of sonic journaling. The compositions touch upon themes of family bonds, ancestral memory, and the beauty of nature, ranging from minimalist folk ballads to textured soundscapes. The album conveys ideas of empathy, gratitude, and the acknowledgment of the fragility of human existence, offering the listener solace and a sense of unity with the world.

Tracklist:
1-1 Marine Eyes - to belong [4:15]
1-2 Marine Eyes - hushed [3:00]
1-3 Marine Eyes - timeshifting [4:08]
1-4 Marine Eyes - bridges [4:19]
1-5 Marine Eyes - cemented [3:35]
1-6 Marine Eyes - of the west [2:17]
1-7 Marine Eyes - suddenly green [3:38]
1-8 Marine Eyes - mended own [3:54]
1-9 Marine Eyes - all you give (for ash) [4:02]
1-10 Marine Eyes - bluest [2:27]
1-11 Marine Eyes - night palms sway [4:14]
1-12 Marine Eyes - in the spaces [3:34]
1-13 Marine Eyes - to belong (reprise) [3:27]
1-14 Marine Eyes - call and answer [3:22]