Establishing the mood with a dimensional synthscape, NUTRI3NT opens Mercedes Laments with poetic prowess and metaphorical depth asDaniella Goldfine sings, “Not long ago, but in times gone by, you worked the seas, man against the tide…”
We immediately connect with the unfolding narrative and the visual storytelling that manifests. NUTRI3NT delivers a cinematic experience, and as the main synth briefly pulls out, we are invited into a space of introspection with ebbs and flows. The cosmic nuances and tech beeps add dynamism to the piece.
Daniella Goldfine‘s vocal ad-libs raise the emotional quotient, and we appreciate the overarching message of the song tapping into themes of lost love and regret. We learn that Mercedes Laments is inspired by one of the most poignant moments in Alexandre Dumas’s The Count of Monte Cristo.
In essence, the lyrics explore the emotional conflict and sorrow of Mercedes as she faces Edmund Dantès upon his return after years of imprisonment – a perspective often left in the shadows of the original story.
The track was written and produced in NUTRI3NT’s Nottinghamshire countryside studio near Sherwood Forest. He tells us how the track combines a wandering synth arpeggio, sparse Moog-inspired bass, delicate strings and subtle beats, whilst Daniella Goldfine’s folk-edged vocal performance comes to life with intimacy and vulnerability aligned with the narrative of the song.
NUTRI3NT cites John Barry, Massive Attack, Röyksopp, Saint Etienne, and The KLF as sonic influences, which we can absolutely feel, though there is no doubt the producer is creating a universe of his own.
We could imagine the track being featured in a TV show like Sirens on Netflix, or even an episode of Bridgerton. Needless to say, we are in awe, and have added Mercedes Laments to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TIMELESS and TRIPPY playlists, whilst we continue to stream the wider discography of NUTRI3NT, including Moon, Too Late, and Losing You.