Australis creates a sound that feels like a high-definition journey across a planet you haven't visited yet. It is deeply rooted in the New Age tradition of the early 2000s, but it trades generic fluff for a much more muscular, cinematic production style. The music is characterized by crystal-clear digital synths that provide a massive, evolving foundation for organic leads like piano, cello, or ethnic woodwinds.
What truly sets this project apart is the specific inclusion of South American and Middle Eastern instrumental colors. You might hear a traditional Peruvian charango or a zurna weaving through a wash of modern reverb. It is music that feels 'expensive' in its clarity, designed to fill a room without demanding the listener's constant attention, yet rewarding those who listen closely to the intricate rhythmic layers.
If you are looking for a starting point, 'Lifegiving' is the essential gateway. It captures that specific intersection of nature-inspired peace and electronic curiosity. It is perfect for anyone who finds standard ambient music too static but finds mainstream electronic music too aggressive.
Australis is the name for the Utah based electronic new age musical project by multifaceted Peruvian-born composer/producer Oscar Aguayo, although this name is often used to refer to him directly.He named his project "Australis" (Latin literally meaning "from the South") because that word symbolizes his origins and the places where he received his primary musical influences.
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