ATONEMENT OF A FORMER SAILOR TURNED PAINTER

Submarine Silence, an offshoot of the band Moongarden, invites us on a musical odyssey with their fifth album, "Atonement of a Former Sailor Turned Painter." Released on February 21, 2025, this album stands out for its conceptual approach, narrating the quest for redemption of a sailor turned painter, exploring the twists and turns of his soul through art.

From the first notes of "Majestic Whales," the listener is immersed in a dreamlike atmosphere, where Cristiano Roversi's ethereal keyboards and Davide Cremoni's melodious guitars evoke the majesty of cetaceans. The participation of Roine Stolt (The Flower Kings) adds an extra dimension to this captivating instrumental opening.

"The Words You Don't Say" introduces a captivating vocal duality between Guillermo Gonzales and Manuela Milanese. The contrast between Gonzales's raspy voice and Milanese's crystalline sweetness creates a palpable emotional tension, reinforced by organic arrangements blending organ and mellotron.

"Limbo of the Rootless" continues this sonic exploration with an acoustic guitar introduction, followed by a vocal dialogue between the two singers. The composition evolves toward darker tones, incorporating inspired guitar solos reminiscent of IQ, and organ passages that add a mystical depth to the ensemble.

The album's highlight is undoubtedly the eponymous suite, which lasts over 20 minutes and is divided into eight movements. This centerpiece takes the listener on a journey through the Caribbean, each segment reflecting a different port of call, with lyrics in five languages ​​(English, French, Dutch, Haitian Creole, and Portuguese), illustrating the region's cultural richness. The fluid transitions between sections, blending pastoral acoustic passages with progressive soarings, demonstrate the band's mastery of musical storytelling.

The album closes with "Zena," an elegant instrumental piece showcasing Cremoni's guitar virtuosity, providing a soothing conclusion to this sonic adventure.

Ed Unitsky's artwork deserves special mention, his visual world enriching the listening experience by reflecting the album's themes.

In short, "Atonement of a Former Sailor Turned Painter" is a rich and immersive work that, despite notable influences from Genesis and The Flower Kings, manages to forge its own identity, offering progressive rock fans a deep and nuanced musical experience.

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