Merope - Vejula (2024)

Merope's fifth album, Vėjula, released on November 5, 2024, continues their exploration of ambient folk, blending traditional Lithuanian music with experimental elements. The duo, comprising singer and kanklės player Indrė Jurgelevičiūtė and guitarist/producer Bert Cools, collaborates with artists like Bill Frisell and Laraaji, enriching the album's texture. Tracks such as "Koumu Lil" and "Namopi" showcase a delicate interplay between acoustic instruments and electronic sounds, creating an ethereal atmosphere. Critics praise the album's ability to evoke vivid imagery, describing it as "a masterful melding of gorgeous pastorals and the mysterious."  While some listeners may find the ambient nature of the album less engaging, Vėjula stands as a testament to Merope's innovative fusion of folk traditions with modern soundscapes.

(theskinny.co.uk faroutmagazine.co.uk theguardian.com)

Genre: Chamber Folk
Country: Lithuania/Belgium

Final Verdict: 62% (Good Album)
Yearly Ranking: 586th / 926

Highlight: Lopšinė


Made me think of:
Laraaji
Julia Holter
Efterklang

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