The music scene in Chicago, United States, has long been known for inspiring innovation and creativity, and Sacha Mullin’s latest album release ‘Casino Wilderness Period’ perfectly exemplifies the city’s diverse musical landscape. This sonic journey from rock and jazz through R&B singer-songwriter elements seamlessly integrated by Todd Rittmann of U.S. Maple, is an engaging journey into musical fearlessness, introspective songwriting skills, and vocal agility that will not disappoint listeners of all musical backgrounds alike.
With its mesmerising electronic sounds, “Arranging Flowers” immediately transports listeners into the world of casino. Sacha’s ability to weave intricate musical narratives is on show in this song. For maximum impact, it alternates between driving beats and jazzy interludes. His captivating vocals draw listeners in with each note he sings, making every twist and turn of a song’s structure all the more compelling and captivating. The passionate vocals of Sacha and Emily Bindiger combine with the song’s rushing wall of sound to form an emotionally charged narrative that deconstructs celebrity worship and existentialism themes. Glass Void’s accompanying analogue glitchy music video heightens the experience, creating an unforgettable listening experience for listeners.
“Thanks” immerses listeners with haunting piano accompaniments, jazzy rhythms, and Sacha Mullin’s emotive delivery, creating an eerie yet haunting ambience that lingers long after the music has faded from memory.
The fourth track on the album, “Neptune in the Snow”, soothes with its delicate piano melody and palpable yearning for escape. His compelling lyrics and music form an exceptional combination that allows this track to stand out as an album highlight on its own.
“Window Out” is the closing number on this album, and opens with haunting piano chords that set an atmospheric scene before his lilting vocals take center stage. His emotive performance makes for a striking closer.
On this album, Sacha Mullin is joined by an extraordinary lineup of backing vocalists, including industry veterans Emily Bindiger, Judi Vinar, Annmarie Cullen, and Mem Nahadr, to name a few. They add depth to his already expansive musical canvas. Their contributions enrich Mullin’s already stunning compositions.
Sacha Mullin is a distinguished artist known for pushing artistic boundaries, and has created his own highly harmonised, distinct sound, influenced by artists ranging from Kate Bush and Joni Mitchell to Sugababes. The Casino Wilderness Period is not to be missed.
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Karen Harding is a Melbourne, Australia based singer/songwriter, founder of Sounds On The Couch, and founder and operator of boutique music PR service for emerging and independent artists, Rise Indie.