john beltran: serendipia
Francisco Espregueira
Known for his unique approach to blending different genres, always exploring new crossroads between musical movements and geographies, progressing in a career of over 30 years, John Beltran returns to Oath with his latest record, Serendipia - following up on 2022 album titled Para Viajeros. With a discography that showcases his ever-evolving musical journey, Beltran's passion for creating emotive and sonically rich compositions shines through in this exceptional LP.
Serendipia builds upon the foundations of Beltran's previous works, and takes us on a mesmerizing sonic adventure. The title itself hints at the joy of delightful surprises, and this album delivers just that. Each track is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, allowing each track to breathe and unfold organically. Beltran expertly weaves together the language and vibrations of Balearic music, bossa-nova, latin textures and trip-hop backdrops, immersing us in vibrant soundscapes that evoke a sense of interactivity and visual splendor. The transformative and majestic nature of this colection of nine tracks resonates with us on multiple levels, making us surrender to its captivating allure. Available on vinyl, courtesy of Oath.