On her vibrant and expressive electronic debut, Ece Era challenges cultural ideologies, identity structures, and her difficult past with tracks crafted during introspective moments before sleep or upon waking.
Ece Era’s debut Bedside Tunes is rich with emotion, blending hazy moments with vibrant beats, all while offering an unpretentious, unfiltered glimpse into her psyche. Ece seeks to reveal her inner self. Beyond the conditioning of her childhood and the culture of her home nation, Turkey, lies her “real persona.” Through Ece’s music, she expresses that abstract, authentic inner voice, speaking with honesty and truth.
On ‘Another One’, Ece joins narrative vocals, adding uptempo breaks and a tender atmosphere. She transforms her vocals, wrapping them in warm layers of electronica that oscillate between melancholy and optimism. This vocal alteration signifies her attempt to reinvent herself–a sonic remodeling that brings her closer to her essence.
The accompanying self-directed music video is, “like a visual self-portrait,” Ece tells. “It was self-shot in Turkey and captures the essence of isolation and reflection in an abandoned house with views of flamingos. The setting complements the song’s exploration of life, aging, and the inevitable passage of time.”
Developing a passion for both music and filmmaking, Ece Era has found these two creative avenues to offer contrasting yet equally enriching opportunities. The blank sonic canvas of her musical explorations allows for emotional articulation and the reinvention of her identity.
Beyond her quest for self-discovery, Ece Era intentionally avoids strong influences or inspirations in her musicality. The album is driven by feeling rather than emulation or intellectualisation–less thinking, more expression. This approach is evident across all 9 tracks, which showcase a captivating depth and emotional resonance.
Stream / download Bedside Tunes here.
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