Smeethan’s “Soul Symphony” Inspires Appreciation For The Natural World

Smeethan, a talented singer-songwriter and musician, draws inspiration from the breathtaking beauty of the natural world for his latest single, “Soul Symphony.” In explaining his creative process, Smeethan emphasizes the importance of incorporating organic sounds into his music as a means of fostering a deeper appreciation for our planet.

“‘Soul Symphony’ is inspired by the natural beauty of our world. In a society where it’s easy to be consumed by technology and apathy, I found myself increasingly looking to nature to find a sense of self and purpose,” admits Smeethan. He adds: “Through my search, I discovered how closely intertwined we are with nature; we fundamentally depend on it to survive.”

“Our ability to live in harmony with the planet is coming to a crossroads. We can choose to either innovate and improve our impact on our environment, thus becoming better shepherds, or we can over-consume, pollute, and dismantle our ecosystem, succumbing to the fate of the wolf who hunts all its prey. We have ushered in the sixth great mass extinction event on earth. It is foolish to think we will not be affected,” states the artist.

In regards to his approach to music composition, which involves embracing unconventional methods, Smeethan says: “We’re at the point technologically where we can make any sound with a computer. This changes the way we can interact with sound. It’s no longer a practice of recording sound waves, but a practice of producing them. The importance is in which sounds you select to build your sonic story.”

For his latest single “Soul Symphony,” Smeethan opted to incorporate natural sounds to showcase the world’s breathtaking beauty, with the intention of cultivating gratitude for our planet. He artfully interwove the sounds of animals, birds, rain, thunder, and wind atop the bass and piano notes, creating a captivating atmosphere and narrative.

Smeethan has shared that he is currently working on the second half of his project, which will center around humanity and have an optimistic outlook towards the future. Along with this musical endeavor, he plans to embark on a journey across the country to spread his message of activism, hoping to inspire others to join him in the common goal of promoting and preserving life.

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