Drawing us in with a dimensional soundscape with an 80s adjacency, featuring astral guitar, textured drums and intertwined melodies, Filip Dahl opens Learning to Breathe Again with cinematic allure. We have previously featured a slew of the artist’s releases, and have always come to expect instrumental mastery and intention with what Filip shares. Needless to say, Learning to Breathe Again is no exception.
There is a high emotional quotient that comes to life with the piece. It would be perfect for a range of sync deals – perhaps the score to a major Hollywood coming-of-age movie. The guitar performances are out of this world. Fans of Dire Straits would be able to connect with what Filip is creating.
The composition comes to life as a cohesive tapestry of sound, laced with sonic nuances, intricate detailing and an overarching sentiment of warmth and timeless comfort. The repeated notions almost serve as a mantra, and when we reflect on the title of the track, this makes sense more than ever.
We deeply connect with the calm and immersive feel of the composition. At a time when society feels like it is in upheaval and turmoil, a reminder to breathe feels zeitgeist and important. Learning to Breathe Again is about finding healing, and inner balance. Its soothing and immersive sound reflects the idea of slowing down, breathing deeply, and recovering from stress, grief, illness, or emotional hardship. The song also represents the artist’s personal journey toward renewal and peace.
Filip Dahl is a Norwegian composer and multi-instrumentalist. He began as a rock guitarist in the 70s and later became a respected engineer and producer, co-founding Brygga Studio in Trondheim. After a long break, he returned as a solo artist in 2016, and has since released a steady flow of self-produced music influenced by prog, blues rock, and symphonic rock.
Since his comeback, Filip Dahl has also formed the family band Transcending Into the Unknown with his brother and son. The group blends blues rock, prog, neoclassical and death metal. Their work, along with Dahl’s solo releases, has earned critical praise for its creativity and his recognisable guitar signature.
Naturally, we have added Learning to Breathe Again to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TIMELESS playlist, whilst we continue to stream the wider discography of Filip Dahl and Transcending Into the Unknown!