“Abeam the Intrepid” by Saves the Witch is a captivating musical odyssey that takes listeners on a sonic journey through the skies, inspired by the remarkable “Miracle on the Hudson.” Eric Nikita Maynes, who masterfully plays guitar, drums, and bass, the track weaves a tale of intensity, atmosphere, and emotion.
The song begins almost inaudibly, drawing listeners into its atmospheric embrace. Sound effects slowly increase, creating an immersive altitudinal haze that envelops the auditory senses. What sets this track apart is Maynes’ ingenious inclusion of public-domain radio traffic and pilot voiceovers. Doing justice to his tribute to the remarkable events of the “Miracle on the Hudson” and bringing it to life with the torch of Captain Sullenberger’s leadership and the entire crew of Cactus 1549, he ignites the music as douses the listeners into the heart of the ignition as if they are part of the unfolding story.
As the music unfolds, a floating moment of peace emerges, characterized by dreamy electric guitar tunes that serenely paint the sonic landscape. However, this tranquility is merely the calm before the storm. Suddenly, a sonic storm crashes into the aural field, unleashing a torrent of rip-roaring guitars that electrify the atmosphere. The guitars blend seamlessly with meticulously placed sound effects, creating a cinematic experience that allows vivid images to materialize in the listeners’ minds.
Amidst the sonic turbulence, a radio voiceover emerges as a poignant moment of reflection and respite and snuffs out the fire forever with heroic triumph.
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Review By: Naomi Joan