Kedr Livanskiy – Myrtus Myth

The alchemy by which history becomes myth is mysterious. Much is lost to time and reinterpretation, but the result is something more universal, a symbol. All artistic practice, in this sense, is a practice of myth-making, an experience rendered universal through abstraction. Musician / producer, Kedr Livanskiy (Yana Kedrina), is intimately familiar with this process, having crafted ethereal, far-flung dance tracks for the better part of a decade. On her fourth studio album Myrtus Myth, she draws on mythologies both public and personal to craft an expansive experimental pop album and Dante-esque journey through the self.

The album’s lead single “Anna”, available today, is the emotional core of Myrtus Myth, a stunning and deeply personal ode to a lost friend. Rooted in the mythology and expansive storytelling that defines Kedr’s forthcoming album, the track stands out – pairing lush ‘70s-inspired melodies with live drums and strings to craft a pop song that feels both timeless and otherworldly.

Drawing from the album’s broader themes of grief, transformation, and myth-making, “Anna” is shrouded in a hazy echo, with Kedr’s soaring vocals channeling both vulnerability and strength. The influence of Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Rumours’ is unmistakable, but as always, Kedr’s experimental touch—shaped by her collaboration with producer Flaty—elevates the track into something uniquely her own.

Amid Myrtus Myth’s hero’s journey narrative, “Anna” offers a poignant moment of reflection, seamlessly blending the personal with the universal. It’s a haunting yet hopeful reminder of the connections we carry, even in the face of loss.

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