Martin Kuiper returns with Dreaming of a Sea of Time, a five-song EP that feels gentle, personal, and honest. Following his debut album To Feel Is To Believe, this new release shows him growing — not louder, but deeper. The music keeps his emotional style but adds more sounds, richer textures, and a wider range of feeling.
The opening track, “Dreams,” sets the tone. With soft guitar and bluesy piano, Kuiper sings about memories and hopes that haunt us. His voice sounds thoughtful, like someone quietly thinking out loud. It’s not just a song about goals — it’s about the kind of dreams that stay with you, even when you try to forget.
Next comes “Hanging on a Pink Moon,” a beautiful folk song that clearly takes inspiration from Nick Drake. But it doesn’t feel like a copy. It’s warm, heartfelt, and uniquely Kuiper. His voice floats over soft fingerpicked guitar and builds into a gentle wave of strings and drums. The lyrics explore the search for meaning and the healing power of love and music.
The title track, “Sea of Time,” is a little more modern in sound. Synths become more present, but never take over. The song reflects on the passage of time and how fast life can move, especially for someone like Kuiper, who began releasing music later in life. The result is honest and moving.
One of the most personal songs on the EP is “Baby,” written over 30 years ago. Instead of sounding old or outdated, it feels timeless. It’s soft and sincere, a quiet reminder that some feelings don’t change, even as we age.
The final track, “Seven Days,” tells the story of the first week of a new relationship. It blends piano and guitar with a soaring rock finish that feels both emotional and exciting. The melody is strong, and the lyrics capture the joy and fear of falling in love.
Throughout the EP, Kuiper and his team — Erik Neimeijer, Jim Zwinselman, and drummer Jeroen Hobert — keep the sound clean and focused. There’s space in every song, room to breathe and think. That’s what makes this EP so special. It doesn’t shout. It invites you in quietly — and once you’re there, it gives you something real to feel.
Dreaming of a Sea of Time may only last around 15 minutes, but it leaves a lasting impression. With simple beauty and emotional truth, Martin Kuiper offers a space for listeners to reflect, feel, and simply be.
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