This is the composer’s first solo outing.
Evan Gildersleeve, one half of electronic duo Tired Arms, is setting sails on his own with the gripping ‘Mortal’ and revealed a mesmerizing video to go with the track. The standalone single will be out on November 6th, via Human Worth.
‘’Mortal’ began as a much broader project, but when I listened back to a lot of that music in lockdown I felt increasingly disconnected. I did, however, rediscover the piano improvisations I’d recorded, and it was hard to believe a moment that peaceful ever existed. Although comforting at first, the growing tensions we experienced inevitably crept in. The track’s been really significant to me in that respect, offering both an escape and the space to express my disorientation’, says the London-based composer about the release.
The expansive visual world for ‘Mortal’ was created by Hamburg-based motion artist Nicolas Arnold and is largely inspired by the natural world.
According to Evan, ‘Nicolas’ work is incredibly organic but also completely otherworldly. We spoke a lot about the overarching themes of the track and having sent over some of the imagery I was inspired by, he began sharing ideas immediately. He really took the time to connect with the thoughts behind the music so at this point I feel like he’s a much a part of the project as I am. I honestly couldn’t imagine a more fitting companion to the track’.
The proceeds from Evan Gildersleeve’s ‘Mortal’ will be donated to UK mental health charity Mind. Watch the video for ‘Mortal’ below, and grab your copy here.
