Los Angeles-based musician and sound explorer, Benjamin Wynn, under his artistic alias Deru, has gifted us with an ethereal and thought-provoking auditory journey in the form of "1979." This album is a testament to his standing in the world of experimental-electronic music and his prowess as a researcher in sound engineering and computerized concept music. "1979" serves as a collection of microsonic ambient soundscapes, each delving into the intimate realms, personal dreamscapes, and the intricate tapestry of human emotions. Wynn employs beautifully animated timbres, flexible sound textures, and tonal colours to construct a profound and deeply introspective musical discourse. Drawing from philosophical influences such as Jean Piaget, Frances Yates, and Henri Bergson, Wynn's compositions offer a censorial translation of these intellectual approaches. The album invites listeners on a serene and profound, darker meditation journey, encouraging introspection about