The Secret Destination You Are Looking For
Self-Released, 2025
9/10
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A French outfit with an affinity for diverse songwriting, Edenya return with a 3rd album, where 10 progressive songs make an impression.
“Back From The Endless Seas” opens with cozy acoustic guitar and expressive singing that’s heartfelt, and “The Outing” follows with Marco’s flowing keys that suit Sylvie Sj’s thumping drums in the driving yet melodic climate.
The title track occupies the middle spot and it’s a dreamy moment filled with swirling guitar, mesmerizing drums and plenty of ambience, while “Flying Dream” is awash in a sea of haze, where Juliette Carradec’s meticulously violin is met with Ingrid Denis’ powerful voice.
“My Burden” and “Lady” exit the listen. The former balances busy versus harmonic moments, and the latter is a rich and poetic finish that makes great use of Jean-Paul Cartigny’s bass skills.
A record that embraces folk, rock, prog and ambient ideas, Edenya utilize both delicate and firm gestures for their thoughtful and soaring song craft.
Travels well with: Daidrum- All At Sea; Discipline- Breadcrumbs