Deep Dive Species is a truly talented musical duo formed by composers and producers Vadim Militsin and Sergey Popovich, who first won over listeners around the world with their debut album Aquaphilia in 2022. Their fusion of post rock influences, synth arrangements and a cinematic approach mesmerised fans, establishing them as a must-watch act in the music scene.
After a brief hiatus, Deep Dive Species returned this year with a newfound creative energy, ready to unveil their latest musical offerings and open a new chapter in their exciting musical adventure. In a burst of activity this year, Deep Dive Species has treated fans to a series of impressive singles under the OMNINORM imprint, in the build up to their highly anticipated sophomore album, Habitat.
Among these releases is the second single from the album, titled “Salt and Water,” a track that embodies a more uplifting and joyful aesthetic delivered via their unique instrumental post rock sound. “Salt and Water” hosts a sense of blissful tranquility, evoking a mellow feel while celebrating the beauty of nature and the serenity of coastal landscapes.
From the intricately pattering drum beat, the bright twang of clean guitar tones sets a subtly upbeat vibe as a bass line injects a laid back groove to the arrangement. Dropping the energy back, rhythmic guitar chords are met with a flurry of bubbling synth tones as the beat builds back up to craft a mesmeric soundscape full of swaying ebb and flow.
Full of airy melodies and sturdy rhythm all presented via the duo’s superb production, “Salt and Water” offers another enthralling musical moment that works equally well as the soundtrack to everyday moments in life as well for active listening. Offering another snapshot of their expansive second album, the song sees Deep Dive Species continue to lay down compelling instrumental music that’s at once original and appealing.
Paired with the single is the music video created by Segmentality that delivers a completely contrasting visual offering to juxtapose the buoyant vibe of the music. Stripped of colour, the monochrome scenes cut a blend of both natural and industrial settings, abstract shots and eerie surrealism, resulting in an artistically intriguing and entirely engrossing accompaniment for the song.
Watch the music video for Salt and Water below
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