Born in Crete and based in Stockholm, singer/songwriter Plàsi returned to the country of his birthplace to write his new EP, Salamina. The new five-track release is the result of Plàsi feeling inspired to create something bigger and fuller than before. Surrounding himself in breathtaking turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and blue skies that make up the Greek island, the new EP captures the awe-inspiring beauty of Salamina, reflecting it through sweeping soundscapes, hypnotizing melodies, and an all-encompassing atmosphere.
Plàsi shares, “There are places in the world that show us the way without trying. Life in Salamina changes in a second. You can go from the cosmopolitan capital to the rural island—almost right next door. It’s rough but honest. In a way, the landscape tells us a lot about life and its natural beauty. This particular environment really made me think outside of the box.”
Title-track “Salamina” marks the beginning of the whole concept of the new EP, with the song sparking the foundations for everything else. The ethereal instrumentation emits a haunting feel, as the mesmerizing synths lure the listener deeper into the world of Plàsi.
The EP also features tracks such as “All of Me,” where the songwriter embraces a positive mindset for the future, despite not knowing what it holds. The uplifting single encourages the listener to take the leap of faith and venture into uncharted territory, much like Plàsi has done with this new EP. The echoing timpani represents the looming uncertainty, while the twinkling guitar brings an essence of hope.
Then there is “Ordna Sig” which sees the artist singing in Swedish for the first time. With much of his music finding inspiration in the nature he surrounds himself in, Plàsi explains, “It wasn’t planned, but for some reason, the lyrics came out of my mouth in Swedish when I was writing ‘Ordna Sig’. The melodies, chords, and progressions reminded me of the Swedish scene I grew up in, so it felt 100% natural to write it that way.”
Salamina is the result of Plàsi following his own path, and trusting the outcome. A true inspiration to us all, the EP is both a sonic masterpiece and an encouraging, thought-provoking message.
