Xafran “Find A Way”

Find a Way is an island, a fantastic world hidden in our modern society. In here, synth waves weave into lush soundscapes and emotions find their way home. The debut EP from Xafran is refreshing and sensitive. Like a forest exists in the urban surrounding, it has its mystery and unique scenery, but moreover, it gives you a place to breathe, be emotional and be yourself. The music here feels liberating.

The four-track EP opens with “Find a Way.” Following the footsteps of a mesmerizing melodic theme, listeners step on a dirt path, leading into somewhere curious yet unknown as the surrounding gently shifts. You’re fully aware of the surroundings, every elements and spectacles that quietly exist, emerge, and vanish. Some sounds certainly carry out a parrot metaphor, chirping in the background, surrounding you. The listening experience is one filled with awe and wonder.

“Feeling Cold About It” is more emotionally sensitive than the rest. It opens up its heart and allows feelings to express and immerse. Cathartic as it is cinematic, the dramatic track embraces the darkness, sadness with grace and acceptance. “Running Out Of Daylight,” on the other hand, gives listeners a very complex feeling. It puts you on the edge at the end of the world, seeing everything happening in front of your eyes. There’s clarity in its beauty, melancholy in its brilliance. The airy, golden-colored soundscapes create such a sensual and introspective experience.

The EP concludes with “Retro Eyes.” After listening to the previous track, the “on edge” feeling is even more emphasized in this track. Modern is its color, but there’s an appreciation, a desire for the last century’s glory. The sonics in there call back to the 80s with iconic sounds that evoke so many memories, but it’s like a memory, an impression, a certain ethereality about the track that makes it somehow transparent.