nightvision, a new ambient art-rock project led by Devon Allman, is thrilled to release “Awaken,” the second single from their forthcoming self-titled debut album, set for release on January 2nd. Allman shared that “Awaken” was the first instrumental track they created, explaining, “It really set the tone for the sci-fi vibe of the whole set. For me it’s part Pink Floyd meets The Cure riding through Arabia watching VHS copies of the original Dune. An amalgam of my Texan youth.” This project, designed to be a full sensory experience, blends mystic rhythms, searing guitars, and song titles that nod to ’80s sci-fi cinema and esoteric Middle Eastern imagery, creating a soundscape that is both otherworldly and immersive.
Recorded at Allman’s home-turned-studio during the COVID pandemic, the album also marks the recording debut of his son, Orion Allman, on synthesizer, alongside longtime collaborators John Lum (drums) and Justin Corgan (bass). Allman describes his creative process, which included recording drums in the foyer with microphones placed upstairs “ala John Bonham,” and chasing that classic Andy Summers sound. For Allman, pulling this project out of the vault after five years is a sense of accomplishment, fulfilling a long-time desire to write music for film. This lush, cinematic exploration is equally suited for meditations or herbal vacations, inviting listeners to drift, dream, and disappear into its glowing nocturnal world.