Saudade, the latest album by r beny, is a mesmerizing and introspective work that blends ambient and experimental sounds to create a haunting and immersive sonic landscape. The album is a reflection on the concept of saudade, a Portuguese word that refers to a bittersweet longing or nostalgia for something that is gone or unattainable.
From the opening track, "Echo's Verse," r beny sets the tone with a delicate and ethereal melody that gradually builds into a lush and complex tapestry of sounds. Throughout the album, he weaves together layers of field recordings, synth textures, and processed acoustic instruments to create a dreamlike and otherworldly atmosphere.
Tracks like "Saudade Pt. 1" and "Saudade Pt. 2" showcase r beny's ability to create immersive soundscapes that evoke a sense of longing and melancholy. The use of distorted and manipulated field recordings adds an eerie and unsettling quality to the music, while the subtle use of piano and guitar adds a touch of warmth and humanity.