Establishing the mood with a haunting strings arrangement and nuanced percussion details, expanding with evocative keys and an immersive overarching energy, Nathalie Bonin opens Stormy Skies with a bold and dramatic sentiment, leading into a super cinematic orchestral crescendo.
The opus expands with a high octane performance that is simply transcendental and awe inspiring. We appreciate the meditative middle eight of the piece, which only lends itself to further accentuate the awe inspiring and climactic finale.
In an audacious leap into the world of immersive sound, Nathalie Bonin‘s composition emerges as a breathtaking blend of emotion, artistry, and technical brilliance. The masterpiece engulfs, transports, and enthrals us with every note and we learn that the track also marks a significant chapter in Bonin’s illustrious career as her first Dolby Atmos release.
The high intensity odyssey, with a high emotional quotient, is designed to sweep through the highs and lows of life’s tumultuous moments. With a cinematic flair, the visionary composer crafts a narrative that takes us through a landscape where light wrestles with darkness, and where every note paints a scene rich with tension and release.
Co-produced with Janis Eglitis (Audilla), who masterfully handled both Atmos and Stereo mastering, Stormy Skies benefits from a sound quality that’s nothing short of exquisite. Eglitis’s work on the Atmos mastering adds a dimension to the track that feels expansive and all-encompassing, perfectly capturing Bonin’s intricate compositions. The result is a multi-layered experience where each sonic detail is meticulously positioned, drawing listeners deeper into the musical storm.
Nathalie Bonin is no stranger to the cinematic music scene, with her previous works like Prestigious Emblem from the album Taste of Light earning widespread acclaim, including its feature in the trailer for the third season of Bridgerton. Her ability to weave powerful emotions into her compositions has secured her a place among the most promising contemporary composers.
Adding to her accolades, Bonin’s track Criminal Tango was recently featured in the trailer for Netflix’s new series The Decameron, solidifying her reputation as a composer whose work not only complements but enhances visual storytelling.
We are enamoured with Stormy Skies and have added the opus to our New Music Spotlight playlist, as well as our brand new TIMELESS playlist, whilst we continue to stream the wider discography of the Nathalie Bonin, and anticipate future releases from the talented composer!