Otherworld by ANÚNA
What sets "Otherworld" apart is the harmonious blending of works by two composers with distinctive compositional voices: Michael McGlynn and Yasunori Mitsuda.
Both composers engage listeners deeply but do so in complementary ways that mutually enrich the album's theme. "Otherworld" includes four tracks from Mitsuda all of which feature on the video game Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and additional pieces composed/arranged by McGlynn.
The album also features "Heyr himna smiður" by Þorkell Sigurbjörnsson, reflecting the significant contribution of Icelandic voices and inspiration to the project which was recorded at Sundlaugin Studios outside Reykjavík.
"Otherworld" is designed to engage, question, and inspire. It seeks to offer an alternative soundscape - one that exists apart from our world but is intimately connected to our personal emotions and reflections.
Tracklist
| 1. | Earendel | 4:47 |
| 2. | Rosc | 4:33 |
| 3. | Ever Come to an End | 3:10 |
| 4. | Song of the Selkie | 8:32 |
| 5. | Sofðu, unga ástin mín | 5:53 |
| 6. | Shadow of the Lowlands | 3:05 |
| 7. | Our Eternal Land | 3:25 |
| 8. | Prophetarum Presignata | 3:20 |
| 9. | We Are the Chosen Ones | 3:15 |
| 10. | Heyr, himna smiður | 3:20 |
| 11. | Suantraí | 4:14 |
Videos
Credits
Produced and Edited by Michael McGlynn & Brian Masterson
Recorded at Sundlaugin Studio, Iceland and at Soundscape Studio, Ireland. Recorded and Mastered by Brian Masterson November 2022 - May 2023
Assisted by Ása Ólafsdóttir
License
All rights reserved.
"...thrilling, life-affirming..."
"...enchanting sonic tapestry..."
"...a place where the heavens meet the horizon..."
Falling into no category easily, Anúna remain at the fringe of contemporary music after over a quarter of a century of life. Timeless, ancient and simultaneously relevant to this world.