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A Path Untold Explores Duality and Transformation with albums In The Light of Shadow and Realms of Solace
Electronic music producer Daniel Merrill, known as A Path Untold, unveils a double album that delves into the interplay between light and shadow, serenity and transformation. Released via Epidemic Sound, In The Light of Shadow (out now), and Realms of Solace (arriving December 6, 2024) offer an immersive blend of cinematic breakbeat, ethereal slow-house, and future garage.
On In The Light of Shadow, Merrill crafts a 35-minute, five-track odyssey that invites listeners to explore liminal spaces where dualities converge. Tracks like the hauntingly beautiful “ReSonörum” and the melancholic half-time future garage of “Dream Seasons” reveal a meticulous layering of manipulated field recordings, lo-fi instrumentation, and textured rhythms. The EP, created during a period of introspection in Merrill’s Sierra Nevada studio, is an attempt to map the emotional landscapes of contrast and complementarity.
“This project represents an exploration of what lies between the seen and unseen, the known and the mysterious,” says Merrill. “It’s a journey into the liminal spaces where we can reflect, grow, and find a sense of wholeness—even in fragmentation. I wanted this music to evoke a sense of discovery and wonder, while also offering solace and inspiration in challenging times.”
If In The Light of Shadow examines the spaces between, Realms of Solace moves further inward, offering a sanctuary from the pressures of modern life. Across five sprawling tracks spanning 45 minutes, the LP weaves cinematic ambiance, ancient-futurist grooves, and intricate beat structures into a meditative, otherworldly experience. “Vanishing Together” begins with a sense of cinematic wonder before blooming into lush, shuffling rhythms and ethereal vocal flourishes, while “The Air We Breathe” explores slow-house grooves that spiral into uplifting resolutions.
“These tracks are personal, emotional stories that serve as doorways to alternate dimensions of perspective and wonder in my own life,” Merrill reflects. “They’re an invitation to explore the infinite spaces within imagination and return with the energy and inspiration to bring something meaningful back into the world.”
The albums are tied together by a consistent approach to sound design, with Merrill employing analog and digital synthesizers, heavily manipulated field recordings, and hybrid instrumentation to craft his signature aesthetic. The projects were mastered by Henrik Jonsson (The Knife, Bob Dylan), enhancing their deep, immersive textures.
Both releases highlight A Path Untold’s talent for bridging introspection with communal connection. His music resonates across settings, from introspective listening spaces to adventurous dancefloors. Merrill’s deft touch in world-building invites fans of Burial, Rival Consoles, Gidge, and Clubroot to engage with his uniquely emotive take on electronic music.
In The Light of Shadow is available now. Realms of Solace will be released on December 06 on all major streaming platforms.
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About A Path Untold
A Path Untold is the expansive musical vision of composer and producer Daniel Merrill, known for crafting a boldly unique signature sound that blends elements of atmospheric slow- house, future garage, breakbeat, and downtempo aesthetics.
This adventurous hybrid is equally suited for eclectic dancefloors and intimate listening spaces alike, offering immersive, melodic storytelling through innovative composition. The music channels deeply personal, heartfelt expression with an emotional, otherworldly quality, seamlessly fusing elegant, syncopated grooves with an undercurrent of fierce defiance. Thematically, his work explores profound dualities: ancient and futuristic, euphoric and melancholic, technological and natural, individual and collective.
Merrill debuted the A Path Untold project with the release of Secret Subtle Light in 2015, setting the tone for his alchemical approach to production. Drawing from a diverse array of genre influences, the album introduced listeners to a deeply introspective yet expansive sonic world – one both meditative and transformative in its scope. Building on this foundation, subsequent releases such as 2018’s Wander to Serve LP, 2020’s Lone Dweller EP, and 2022’s Sourcery LP (released in collaboration with the renowned art collective The Chambers Project) have garnered international acclaim. These works are celebrated for their intricate production, emotional resonance, and the ability to transport listeners through evocative, cinematic soundscapes.
In 2025, A Path Untold embarks on an exciting new chapter through a creative partnership with Epidemic Sound, a leading platform for global audiovisual storytelling. This collaboration not only expands Merrill’s reach but also connects his music to new mediums and audiences.
In addition to creating and sharing his own work, Daniel also has a long history of teaching production and composition, specializing in Ableton Live. Having used the software on a near daily basis since its inception in 2001, he’s been present with it as a compositional environment as it has evolved every step of the way. Additionally, he is a certified creativity coach, focusing on the cultivation of productivity, mindset and overcoming mental/emotional blocks in order to optimize the overall flow state of the creative process.
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IN THE LIGHT OF SHADOW
01. ReSonurum
02. In Mind
03. Dream Seasons
04. MoonGlade
05. Guardian
REALMS OF SOLACE
01. Vanishing Together
02. Nightingale
03. Seeking Equilibrium
04. The Air We Breathe
05. Mystery Of Being
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Release date: December 6th, 2024.