Richard Griffiths sets an atmospheric tone with his track “Fra Stjernerne,” the opening piece of his latest concept album, “Besøgende.” This track begins with building synths and evolving textures, creating an ambient and soundscape-like experience that draws listeners into its depths. As the opening credits to an imagined Danish film about the discovery of a crashed UAP/UFO on the Norwegian island of Svalbard, “Fra Stjernerne” sets the stage for a narrative filled with intrigue and mystery.
“Besøgende” acts as a soundtrack to a speculative story involving global coverups, secret government operations, reverse engineering programs, a cold war, and the eventual, catastrophic disclosure of these hidden truths. The album’s journey is book-ended by “Fra Stjernerne” and its reprise “Til Stjernerne” (“To the Stars”), guiding listeners through a cinematic experience that spans the cosmos. Each track on the album serves as a chapter in this elaborate tale, offering a unique blend of ambient and experimental sounds that reflect Griffiths’ decades-long dedication to electronic music production.
Returning to his roots, Griffiths continues to push creative boundaries with his diverse projects. Following his ambient album “Adumbral,” he plans to release a Goth/Industrial rock EP and a Synthwave EP, demonstrating his versatility and passion for different musical styles. His upcoming second album, “Scorpions,” delves into the experimental realm, drawing inspiration from the novel “Dhalgren.” Each composition on “Scorpions” is dedicated to a character from the gang of Scorpions, showcasing Griffiths’ ability to craft intricate and immersive soundscapes that tell compelling stories.
