With a career spanning music, literature, and visual art, Melsen has carved out a unique place in the artistic world. His extensive body of work includes several solo albums, as well as original compositions for films and documentaries. Now, with the release of his latest album, A Box of Stars, Melsen invites listeners into an ethereal journey of sound and emotion.
“A Box of Stars” is a fully instrumental album that tells the story of a ghost searching for his way back home. Blending classical influences with modern sensibilities, the album features haunting melodies driven by piano and cello. Recorded over 14 months, it represents Melsen’s most ambitious work to date—a rich, atmospheric exploration of beauty, mystery, and longing. The album captures the delicate interplay between introspection and emotion, a hallmark of Melsen’s sound over the past five years.
At its core, A Box of Stars is a meditation on longing, loss, and the eternal search for a place to call home. These themes echo in the haunting, otherworldly persona that Melsen has cultivated through his artwork and imagery. The ghost, often present in his visuals, is not just a symbol but an alter ego that embodies the emotional depth of his music. It represents the unseen, the introspective, and the journey between worlds—both literal and metaphorical. It’s a presence that invites the listener to reflect on the spaces between certainty and uncertainty, belonging and alienation.
But Melsen’s artistic journey doesn’t end with A Box of Stars. In addition to his music, he is preparing to release his much-anticipated poetry book, Not To Be Chained to the Uncertain Sky, next month (his first book in four years). This new work marks a continued exploration of the emotional and philosophical themes that have long shaped his music. Much like his albums, the poetry is introspective and searching, delving into the struggle to find one’s place in an unpredictable world.
You can now listen to Melsen’s new album ‘A Box Of Stars’ on all music streaming platforms.
