Photo: Sandy Arufors
On his new album, ”Origins of Water”, Martin Rubashov (known from Nolavær, that features AndersFridén from In Flames) delves deep into the essence of water, exploring its duality as both a life-giving force and a harbinger of destruction. Through a mesmerizing blend of melodies and lyrics, Rubashov invites listeners on a journey to uncover the secrets hidden within the fluid embrace of nature’s most precious resource.
Pre-order the album here: https://despotz.bigcartel.com/artist/martin-rubashov
With his new album he is collaborating with “Naturskyddsföreningen”. The vinyl will shed light on the work that Naturskyddsföreningen does, with information about the organization and the importance of water on the backside of the vinyl. With every sold vinyl, Martin and Despotz Records will donate a cut of the profits to the organization.
“Origins Of Water is an album where I’ve placed a lot of focus on water. It has always fascinated me, as it has many others. Water is incredibly important, so isn’t it strange that we pollute it so much? I was browsing the website of the Swedish Society for Nature Conservation, reading quite a bit, and thought it would be fantastic to do a small collaboration with them.”
Read more about Naturskyddsföreningen here: https://www.naturskyddsforeningen.se/
About his third single he had this to say:
“Elemental is about being left in the forest and discovering that even there, you can find answers to many things. It’s about returning to yourself.
I named the song after I recorded the guitars because I wanted to create something that reminded me of when I was a teenager. Fast guitars. Something elemental that I found within myself.”
Stream the single: https://found.ee/elemental
From the tranquil trickle of a babbling brook, the hidden mires and to the open sea, each track on the album captures a different facet of water’s enigmatic character. Drawing inspiration from personal experiences and universal truths, Rubashov weaves a narrative that transcends time and space, touching upon themes of renewal, loss, and the interconnectedness of all living things.
At its core, Origins of Water is a meditation on humanity’s relationship with the natural world. Through haunting melodies and evocative lyrics, Rubashov confronts the harsh reality of water’s exploitation and pollution, urging listeners to contemplate the consequences of their actions and strive for a more harmonious existence with the planet.
From the haunting track ”Mires” to the anthemic “Elemental” each track on Origins of Water serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility and resilience of life. Guitar driven and thought-provoking lyrics, the album stands as a testament to the power of music to inspire change and ignite the soul.
As listeners immerse themselves in the ethereal soundscape of Origins of Water, they are transported to a realm where time stands still, and the boundaries between the physical and spiritual worlds blur. In this transcendent space, Rubashov invites us to confront our deepest fears and desires, ultimately emerging transformed and renewed, like a drop of water returning to the vast ocean of existence.
The new single “Elemental” is out now via Despotz Records. His new album “Origins Of Water” will be released March 21, 2025, on digital and physical media.
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Bandcamp: https://martinrubashov.bandcamp.com/
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