"The Pounamu's epic: Te Aroha a Poutini me Waitaiki" is a poignant tune breathed into being from that heart-wrenching Maori legend of love and sacrifice and eternal bond. This folk song is rich in New Zealand's cultural heritage. It penetrates into the love, unrequited love of Poutini—the keeper of sacred Pounamu—for the beautiful Waikiki. Against the magic landscapes of Te Wai Pounamu, this is their story, enacted in a composition that marries sad and romantic moods to reflect the complex emotions of the tale.

I aimed to encapsulate the essence of the story through its reflective pace with a medium variation, at times reaching its emotional peak, vividly portraying the depth of Poutini's turmoil and love. 

Then, by drawing a melancholic D minor key, with mixed vocals, man and woman, and the deepness of the bass guitar, it pulls the listener on a journey of eternal love and promises.

'The Pounamu's epic, Te Aroha a Poutini me Waitaiki,' is not just a song; it's a love soundscape etched into the awe-inspiring landscape of Aotearoa. The melody weaves a tale, each note beckoning the listener into a realm where folklore and music combine, and the spirits of Poutini and Waitaiki reside. The tranquil waters are adorned with myriad Pounamu stones, a testament to their eternal love.

Follow me on and listen as the tale of Poutini and Waitaiki resounds through your love, sacrifices, fullness, and emptiness, which come with the human pursuit of connection experiences.

Modern Ancestry

The Pounamu's epic: Te Aroha a Poutini me Waitaiki

The Pounamu's Epic: Te Aroha A Poutini Me Waitaiki

Nibriell is the pseudonym under which I sign my musical and literary works. I was born in Romania, a beautiful country in Eastern Europe, but I also live in the UK. For personal reasons and symbolism, the pseudonym is inspired by the names Saint Nicholas (Ni) and Archangel Gabriel (briell). 

     As for my musical activity, I do not define myself through traditional terms such as artist, musician, or composer, but rather as a music creator. This term is much more suitable for my musical activity. I have only one regret: not being born with the talent to sing or possess a musical voice. 

     However, my passions for music and literature have been cultivated with interest throughout my life. With the advent of AI in our lives, it has been very successful in producing high-quality vocalizations, which instantly encouraged me to start creating melodies. 

     Therefore, in my creative workshop, DAW software, music editing, and AI technology are the tools through which I express my vision. By using AI to generate the distinctive voice of my pieces and recreate the sounds specific to traditional or archaic instruments, I bring to life the stories I present to you. 

     My entire creation, from one end to the other, tries to tell a story, whatever it may be. From myths and legends worldwide to stories I create, they are dressed in melodies and harmonies that exceed language and culture, touching a universal chord of human emotion. With each composition, my goal is to open a window to imaginary worlds, inviting the listener to explore ancestral myths, personal narratives, or those already existing worldwide. 

     Using a mix of modern sounds and traditional elements, I aim to create a bridge between the past and the present, between the real and the fantastic, offering the listener an auditory experience and an emotional and spiritual journey.

     So, Nibriell is the pseudonym that unites all these creative sides and expresses the desire to create and the belief that art, in all its forms, is a vehicle for understanding, compassion, and connection among people, regardless of their origins or borders. This is the path I have chosen to follow, one in which every note and word contributes to creating a more extensive work of all humanity, an ode to the beauty and complexity of life.

     Although AI plays an essential and decisive role in my work, it does not define its direction or quality at all. I entirely write the texts and melodic lines, and the voice generated by it is the product of my strict vision and supervision.

My name is Zhara Sylbrussyne al Khalidi, and I was born in Syria. I grew up in Damascus, a city that was once full of life but was torn apart by war. In 2015, after airstrikes devastated my home, my family made the difficult decision to leave. I lost both of my younger brothers during the attacks, and it became clear that staying wasn’t an option. In 2020, when I was 13, my parents and I moved to Scotland, where we’ve been rebuilding our lives ever since.

Moving to Scotland was a major shift for me:  new language, new culture, but also a chance to start over. I’ve found comfort in the landscapes and the kindness of people here, but my heart is still connected to the memories of home, even the painful ones. Scotland has given me the space to process what happened and express myself in new ways, but Syria will always be a part of me.

My experiences have shaped the way I see the world, and they’ve taught me that no matter how far we go, we carry our past with us. In everything I do, I try to honor both the life I had and the new one I’m building. For me, it’s about finding balance , between grief and hope, between what was and what can be.

Making music against the noise of life. Please follow, love & re-post!