Nyala by Carl Stone

Carl Stone – a name that doesn’t give any clues as to the genre of music he may fall into. Therefore, upon listening to his music for the first time, mystery is brought upon the listener creating a sense of curiosity and intrigue. For the more daring listener adventuring into the unknown, Nyala is a set of 4 tracks that continue on from one another, creating a piece that gradually brings an atmospheric but demure conclusion.

Nyala begins with a steady introduction, an almost silent piece that steadily builds into a crescendo of stringed instrumentals, which provides a calming ambiance throughout. A tranquil piece that could relax even the most stressed out listener. With the addition of a percussion section on the second track, a variety of musical compositions and soundscapes are explored. Repetition plays a big factor in the dynamics of the tracks and helps to make them blend into background music.

As the song continues, we are taken to more eastern climes. With a melody reminiscent of a snake charmers flute, accompanied by the inaudible drone of a male singer. With the relaxing atmosphere throughout the piece, the listener can easily drift away and take their mind off things. Em:t 1196 is a calming album that provides easy listening during stressful times, perfect for anyone wishing to wind down after a hard days work.