Dreams Of Maya

Released in March 2023, Dreams Of Maya represents a thematic pivot for Roland Voss's long-running Lemongrass project. While previous works often leaned into the 'cool' and 'sophisticated' side of nu-jazz and lounge, this album is explicitly spiritual, drawing its track titles and conceptual framework from Advaita Vedanta and Hindu philosophy. The tracks are named after core concepts like Atman (the self), Brahman (the ultimate reality), and Samsara (the cycle of rebirth), suggesting a narrative arc of spiritual awakening. Sonically, it maintains the high-fidelity production standards Voss is known for but introduces a more meditative pacing. The album was received by the downtempo community as a mature, focused work that successfully bridges the gap between chillout music and functional meditation aids. It stands out in the 2023 electronic landscape for its refusal to engage with aggressive trends, opting instead for a timeless, liquid aesthetic.