Explore art like never before with the album, Son of Man of Chair with the multimedia artist and multi-instrumentalist JSDavani. At the heart of the album lies a series of conversations between JSDavani and his father, Manochehr S. Davani, with other family members sometimes included. Through these intimate dialogues, he pulls you into the inner sanctum of familial wisdom.
The album’s opening track, “i/questions,” works like a list of contents for the listeners to know what they can expect from the tracks ahead. Against a backdrop of buzzing immersive sound, JSDavani probes a labyrinth of existential inquiries. For example, who are you, what do you think about time, and what would you tell and ask your great-great-grandchildren? among many other queries.
In “vi/change,” the delicate strains of piano melodies intertwine with his father’s reflections on the fluidity of identity. As Manochehr S. Davani recounts the transformations of his own life, a paradoxical realization emerges: “the only thing that has a change is the fact that everything changes.”
In “x/respected,” the resonance of piano keys underscores the tale of familial heritage, respect, fame and leadership in Manochehr S. Davani’s grandfather.
The Son of Man of Chair’s sonic landscape is textured with atmospheric sounds and ethereal compositions, as exemplified in “xv/manochehr.” Here, heavy keys and distorted atmospherics create a surreal backdrop for Manochehr S. Davani’s words of encouragement and perseverance.
Beyond its musical tapestry, JSDavani crafts imagery that speaks to Son of Man of Chair‘s symbolic depth through collaged cover art. Through music and conversation, JSDavani invites us to embrace our heritage, cherish our legacy, and embark on a journey of self-discovery that transcends time and space.
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Review By: Naomi Joan