07 - Yimes - Duets, Part 2

05 - Yimes - Old Fears

04 - Yimes - Into Where The Wind Blows, Part 2

03 - Yimes - Into Where The Wind Blows, Part 1

02 - Yimes - Sandhill Cranes

01 - Yimes - Good Yimes

Collaboration between The Lasso and Saltbreaker
Made in Detroit, MI 2023

Old Wind

Arcus

Foggy Vision

Soft Cells

"Moment" opens with a lush, ambient tapestry that sets a contemplative tone from the outset. The sonic landscape, crafted by Saltbreaker (John Hanson), combines shimmering guitar textures and a subtle, grounding bass line. The production showcases Hanson's mastery of spatial dynamics, with reverb and delay adding a serene, almost ethereal depth to the arrangement.

Enter Yali Rivlin's tenor saxophone—a voice that immediately shifts the emotional core of the piece. Rivlin's phrasing is deliberate yet fluid, his tone rich and inviting. The horn dances over Hanson's grounded instrumental palette, introducing rhythmic bursts of energy that contrast beautifully with the track’s ambient foundation. As the composition evolves, Rivlin's saxophone weaves melodies that feel simultaneously extemporaneous and meticulously placed, adding a narrative-like progression to the piece.

The pacing of Moment is deliberate, allowing space for each element to breathe. Early moments feel expansive and meditative, pulling the listener into a reflective headspace. As the track deepens, layers subtly build, creating a sense of movement without disrupting its tranquil nature. The interplay between the saxophone and ambient elements forms a dynamic tension that ebbs and flows, guiding the listener through waves of introspection and release.

The track's production shines in its ability to balance warmth and clarity. Every instrument is given room to resonate, contributing to an overall feeling of intimacy. The closing moments gently resolve, leaving the listener in a state of calm awareness—a fitting end to a journey that feels both personal and universal.

Moment

Fell Twice

Midnight

Holiday

Spirit 11

The Mirror

Portal

Leaf Courage by Saltbreaker is a contemplative instrumental piece that blends spontaneous piano with a mellow, evolving drone. A delicately delayed harp adds a shimmering texture, reinforcing the track’s experimental nature. The result is an ambient soundscape that feels both organic and introspective, evoking a sense of quiet resilience. With subtle echoes of Radiohead’s more atmospheric moments, Leaf Courage invites the listener into a meditative space where each note lingers like a fleeting thought.

Leaf Courage

Found

Remixed by Steve Leaf
Mastered by Ron Skinner

Fire Seed Eagle Remix

Remixed by Silent Spirit 
Mastered by Ron Skinner

Holiday Remix

Remixed by Fake Plants
Mastered by Ron Skinner

Spirit 11 Remix

Performed by Jeffrey Niemeier, John Hanson 
Mixed by John Hanson 
Mastered by Ron Skinner

Mirror Courage

Performed by Jordan Hamilton, John Hanson 
Mixed by John Hanson 
Mastered by Ron Skinner

Midnight Remix

Remixed by Christian Somerville 
Mastered by Ron Skinner

Highway Spirits Remix

Remixed by Nap Party 
Mastered by Ron Skinner

Fell (Asleep) Twice

Ambient Music Producer based in Detroit, Michigan.  Saltbreaker/YIMES and other collaborations

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