Mustafa Khetty is a multi-faceted individual who has spent time living in Sri Lanka, Ireland, London and the Middle East, working as a commodities trader, tech expert, traveller and now musician. This, paired with his youth immersed in classical, choral and prog rock, has instilled a drive to create music. This burning has birthed Morpheus Project, a unique band made up of virtuoso musicians who blend a range of genres for a consistently stunning soundscape.
The latest from Morpheus Project By Mustafa Khetty is new album ‘On The Edge’. Showing off the epitome of prog rock whilst taking heavy influence from everything from classical to blues. Intricate melodies are present throughout, with each one achieving a sense of timelessness with both a retro and modern feel. Euphoric guitar tones and glittery keys are paired with complex drumming that is near orchestral in its presence. Deeply connected lyricism is performed with a sense of thoughtfulness and astuteness. With so much talent and experience present, each member showcases unparalleled understanding and ability with their respective instruments, each rooted in extraordinarily profound songwriting. Though it’s difficult to surmise such an eclectic project, simply put Morpheus Project portray a deep grasp on music whilst maintaining the innate creativity often lost in more technical works.
Mustafa shares, “’On the Edge’ emerges as a perceptive chronicle of our times, a relentless exploration of our era’s dynamics. Creative input from the band whose diverse musical journey has contributed to the rich and accomplished artistry. It is co-creation at its best with virtuoso musicians.
The album’s motif reverberates the ceaseless currents of establishment narratives, masterfully woven and spun by mainstream media to sway the currents of our lives and convictions, all while shrouded within the labyrinthine corridors of power, confident in their cloak of irresponsibility and immunity. Interest groups, the architects of influence, navigate the compass of political, societal, and economic pursuits, affording scant breathing space for dissenting voices.
Within this panorama, the virtual realm, propelled by the ubiquitous allure of social media, engenders an unquenchable thirst for instantaneous validation with its ephemeral emojis resembling a potent elixir that fuels the flames of competitive narcissism and exacerbates the tapestry of mental well-being struggles.
The eponymous lead track, ‘On the Edge’, burgeons as an unflinching outcry, an anthem with unflinching intensity, an embodiment of collective voices determined to demand an overdue reckoning.”
‘On The Edge’ is out now, give it a listen below:
