Homes

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Homes is the beautiful and intimate first album from SwedishIranian pianist and composer, Shida Shahabi. A peaceful and alluring record, made almost entirely with her piano alone, it feels like a personal invitation into Shahabi’s own digs – where the album was recorded. Warm, cosy, intimate and delicate, the debut offering, encapsulates that feeling of total comfort you only get from being in your own home. Its stripped back nature, with very sparse instrumentation, evokes a relaxed and natural atmosphere, allowing listeners to sink into Shahabi’s floaty, dreamy compositions.

Homes includes recording imperfections such as crackling and hissing to add even more authenticity and affection. Assured harmonies, deep melodies and an impeccable sense of timing drives the album as Shahabi delivers a masterclass in simplicity. It is in that simplicity that the record’s beauty really lies, allowing each note the space and time to become truly affecting. A highly accomplished, honest and touching record, Homes is a confident debut of a new artist with their own vision.

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8/10