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Sol Selectas presents a downtempo organic house album by Adam Alydrus who’s a multi-instrumentalist that also builds, designs and creates his own instruments.
Hailing from Indonesia, Adam Alydrus conceptualised the Indulung, which is an instrument of his own creation. It’s an electric string instrument that looks similar to a small guitar, and its unique sound has elements reminiscent of the Moroccan gembri, tar, saz, harp, melodica, and sape, amongst others.
Indulung’s sound is both unique and familiar, meaning its use adds to the warmth and vibrancy of this 9-track album. The album also includes other instruments such as the Seljefløyte and Koncovka, which are both European overtone flutes, and there is also some live organic percussion played by Adam Alydrus.
Not only is this Adam Alydrus’ debut album, but it’s also his first ever release, making it twice as exciting. Sabo, the Sol Selectas owner, discovered Adam Alydrus when he was performing live at the Bali Spirit Festival. Sabo instantly fell in love with his music, and reached out to discuss signing some tracks to Sol Selectas. After some fruitful discussions, there was such a wealth of music that an album seemed the only logical choice.
The album is a rich tapestry of sounds and textures, weaving electronic drums and synthesisers with Adam Alydrus hand played musicianship. It’s a downtempo release that explores moods, tempos and atmosphere within its 9 magnificent tracks.
The cover art by Helia Jamali reflects Adam’s musical journey, the bridge between the roots of his native Borneo, Indonesia, to his current home in Ubud Bali, where this project was born. The beauty of nature is the language of the passage, an ancient future, where every line carries endless messages.
