Awakening

Awakening

Yujiang Liu

Abstract

Awakening is a five-song original composition project fusing electronic pop and melodic dubstep sounds for the purpose of describing emotional states, individual rebirth, and cinematic narrative. Influenced by the soundscapes of Seven Lions and Far Out, the project merges rich synthesizer timbres, expressively-treated vocals, orchestral timbre, and aggressive bass for the purpose of developing rich soundscapes. Each song embodies a distinct emotional phase—varying from vulnerability and personal struggle to clarity and catharsis—corresponding with the process of waking up to one's true self. The production process entailed crafting distinct soundscapes using analog synths and multi-layered vocal textures, with the goal of providing simultaneous musical impact and emotional profundity. Visual supplements like the Journey Video and the Long Form Video complement the storytelling by sharing the technical process and creative intent behind the music. Awakening serves as a culmination of my studies at Berklee NYC, representing not only technical and compositional growth but also a deepened personal voice as an electronic music artist.

Publication Date

7-1-2025

Campus

New York City Campus

Specialization

Songwriting and Production

Keywords

Electronic Pop; Melodic Dubstep; Cinematic Sound; Personal Growth; Visual Storytelling

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