One Eighty Seven by Haggari Nakashe
Haggari Nakashe’s "One Eighty Seven" immerses listeners in a haunting soundscape that poignantly encapsulates the deep, often overwhelming emotions tied to seasonal affective disorder. As the seasons shift, so does the listener's mood, and these droning dark ambient textures create an atmosphere that echoes the melancholy accompanying this cyclical change. The synth layers evoke a sense of desolation, mirroring the stark contrast between the vibrant summer and the mournful winter. Each note echoes the feelings of isolation and introspection that many experience as the days grow shorter, enveloping the listener in a blanket of sorrow that is both familiar and profound.
The structure of "One Eighty Seven" effectively mirrors the rhythmic nature of seasonal depression, using a semi-pleasant yet unsettling drone that feels like the weight of impending darkness. This slow build never culminates, as feelings constantly twist and turn, perfectly capturing the unpredictable emotional landscape of those affected by this condition. As the track progresses, it invites reflection, encouraging listeners to confront their own seasonal struggles while reveling in the haunting beauty of the composition, mirroring the feeling a cold cloudy day leaves behind, where the clear air and the smell of rain mark one's soul with invisible melancholy. By the time the piece fades into silence, it leaves behind an echo of sadness that lingers in the air, a reminder of the yearly cycle of depression that many face. In this way, "One Eighty Seven" serves as a musical exploration of internal turmoil and a deeply resonant emotional experience that speaks to the universal struggle with the changing tides of life.
RZRecords catalog number: RZRx25x1
