Album of the Week: Empty by Mondtraume

While at work today, I realized that the debut album Empty by the Spanish synthpop band Mondtraume was officially released to the public. Of course I had to stream it while at work via Bandcamp. To say I love this album would be a gross understatement. I knew Empty was going to be great when I first heard a few songs online but once I had heard the album in its entirety, to say it is great doesn't do the album justice. Empty is more than just great. It is a beautiful, well-crafted synthpop album that has left this listener speechless and quite moved by the haunting lyrics and vocals of Damasius Venys. Of course I can not forget Damsius's bandmate Pikotto VonMond who provides the music and programming behind this excellent album. This is the first time I am going to admit this but this album gave me goosebumps. I have heard and enjoyed many a synthpop albums over the years but very few has dug deep into my soul as Empty has on me. Every song on the album is a true gem but the one song that truly stood out for me was "New Life", a tribute to Pikotto's newborn child. That song made me pause for a moment at work. Such a loving tribute to a child from a new father. The lyrics actually brought a tear to my eye. Also loved the fact that the song features samples of Pikotto's child. The remixes on the two disc version of Empty is excellent. I particularly enjoyed the remixes by Psy'Aviah, Psideralica, and Pox Sono. As a massive music junkie, I immediately ordered a copy of Empty from Alfa Matrix to show my support for the artist and record label. I can easily say that Empty will be at the top of my annual end of the year list as one of the best releases of 2014. The album is a beautiful work of art that needs to be heard (and bought legally).


Empty by Mondtraume on Spotify

Empty by Mondtraume on Alfa Matrix Records

Empty by Mondtraume on Amazon.com

Empty by Mondtraume on POPoNAUT