Track By Tracks: Age Otori - Age Otori (2024)

“Age Otori" is the debut EP of Age Otori, a sonic journey that blends the ethereal atmospheres of shoegaze with the incisive sounds of post-punk and the melody of indie rock. With lyrics exploring themes of vulnerability, lost love, and the search for connection, this EP invites listeners to immerse themselves in an emotional and reflective universe.

"Surfing the Air" tells the story of a teenager confronting the loneliness and uncertainty of living alone for the first time. The protagonist, Lucy, seems to give everything to others, except her soul, struggling with the wrong choices typical of this stage of life. Between dreams and nightmares, her inability to sleep reflects the longing for connection and comfort, while the image of "surfing the air" symbolizes a search for freedom, but also a sense of vulnerability and despair, with dark thoughts looming.

"X" expresses the pain and loneliness after the end of a romantic relationship. It reflects on lost memories and a love that can no longer be relived. There is a desire for connection and comfort, hoping to close one's eyes and find peace, even in the face of death. In the chorus, the sense of isolation and the difficulty of emotional healing is emphasized. The second verse explores the concept of pain and the desire to be free from it, recalling a past love that has faded, symbolized by the image of a wall crumbling and a smile turning gray.

"Neon Lights" evokes an atmosphere of mystery and introspection, describing a figure dancing in the darkness, like rain, illuminated by neon lights. Time is represented as a tree, with roots sinking into the self, suggesting a deep connection with life and the surrounding environment. The repetition of the chorus underscores the impact of these experiences. The reflection on life and death grows heavier with the image of everyone floating in space, crying and confronting their mortality, creating a contrast between the vitality of dance and the sadness of existence.

"Humdrum" is an emotional journey that explores the contrast between the monotony of daily life and intense inner experiences. Through lyrics about frantic nights, intoxicating dreams, and layers of confusion, the song captures the sense of disorientation often accompanying the abandonment of love. In this context, "humdrum" reflects routine and repetitiveness, elements that serve as a backdrop to deep and conflicting emotions, culminating in a sudden revelation: being in love, yet accompanied by a sense of uncertainty and doubt. A track that tells the complexity of the inner journey, between chaos and reflection.