Schoos, Benjamin: The Direct Way to Melancholy (Vinyl LP)

The Direct Way To Melancholy by Benjamin Schoos is an instrumental album designed to evoke nostalgia and introspection. The chamber pop melodies, supported by sumptuous strings, create a luxurious listening experience. Following the orchestral introduction of Sans voix, the title track stands out with it's plaintive piano and plucked strings. Tracks like I Love You Sea Monster! are minimalist with cascading piano, while Scripted Reality features optimistic arpeggios. La grande vallée showcases Christine Ott's Ondes Martenot, and Murmuration recalls the reflective moments of Michael Rother. The album concludes with Droomtuin, a psychedelic collaboration with producer Gilles Martin. (Minimal Compact, Tuxedomoon). Sans Voix, The Direct Wat to Melancholy, I Love You Sea Monster!, Murmuration, The Indefinable Nothing, La Grande Vallée, A Funny Letter from a Nihilist, Scripted Reality, Droomtuin