‘Everything Is Temporary’

Client:
DBLG

Role:
Music, Audio Post, Mix

A meditation on the rebirth of British fashion and cultural arts performed by dancer, artist and trans activist Sakeema Peng Crook.
Directed by DBLG for London Fashion Week this film explores the re-emergence of the creative arts as part of the cultural re-opening of London.

A Soundtrack for Rebirth: Bespoke Music for London Fashion Week

Melancholic Euphoria:

Organic Inspiration: The musical tone drew inspiration from the artist Sakeema's own creative influences, blending a sense of melancholy with uplifting euphoria. The music evolved organically, starting with samples of my own ambient drone sounds that formed the foundation for a calming and uplifting melody. This central melody served as the seed from which the entire track blossomed, ultimately branching out into three distinct sections.
A Spoken Word Journey: Sakeema's powerful voice, captured from Instagram videos of her public meditation talks, was woven into the fabric of the music through selective sampling, creating a spoken-word narrative that adds depth and meaning to the composition.

Building the Soundscape:

Rhythm and Ambience: The track is propelled by a driving, 2-step inspired drum beat and percussion, while strategically sidechained ambient recordings add subtle rhythmic textures and a sense of spaciousness. A warm analog bass line provides a solid foundation.
Haunting Beauty: A touch of haunting beauty is introduced by a vintage piano sound, while a soaring lead synthesizer reminiscent of the 80s delivers a captivating melodic hook. These contrasting elements create a unique soundscape that perfectly complements the film's exploration of rebirth and renewal.