Sophia – The Age Of Narcissist (Album – Digital/CD/Vinyl – Cyclic Law)
It took several years, but the wait for Sophia’s new opus was well worth it. Peter Bjärgö, along with his wife Cecilia, and collaborators Stefan Eriksson and Per Åhlund, took their time to craft this latest work. The style remains a blend of various influences, guiding the listener on an imaginative journey through Dark Ambient, Cinematic, Ethereal, and a touch of Occult elements, all of which eventually bring us safely back to shore. The production is intricate, enriched with bombastic, epic arrangements. Peter and Cecilia add a layer of emotion with their voices, creating what I consider a little masterpiece. (Rate:8½).
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About Sophia
Sophia is the project of Swedish musician Peter Bjärgö, also known for his earlier band Arcana, working with vocalist Cecilia alongside Stefan Eriksson and Per Åhlund. Formed in 2000, Sophia builds on martial rhythms, orchestral arrangements and dark ambient textures. The project has released a series of albums through Cyclic Law, including “Unclean” and “Deconstruction Of The World”, with “The Age Of Narcissist” marking its latest full-length for the label.
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