The Storm's Daughter (Critical Role Concept Album)

[@ChaseNoseworthy]

Here's an explanation of the songs' concepts, for those who care. Spoilers below: [Prelude: The Storm's Daughter] - The purpose of the prelude is to introduce the character motif, a melody that makes a repeated appearance throughout the album. In this case, that motif was taken from my song "Lament of the Orphanmaker," specifically the line, "Who's this scarlet demon calling me?" [Zuala] - This song focuses on Yasha's relationship with her wife Zuala, their secret marriage, and its downfall. [Amnesia/Storm Altar] - I went for a more mysterious vibe with this song to symbolize Yasha's memory gap, ending with her waking up at the altar of the Stormlord. [The King Has Arrived/The Nein] The first half of this song centers around Yasha's bond with Mollymauk and marks her joining the circus. It uses the motif that will be used in Molly's future album, which I took from the piano part in "The Dirge of Mollymauk Tealeaf." The second half of the song focuses on her meeting the rest of the Mighty Nein and introduces each character's epithet, excluding Caduceus's. [The Shepherd's Crook] - This song is based on the moment when Yasha discover's Molly's grave and how, in her eyes, anybody she loves ends up six feet under. [Interlude: Adrift] - The interlude is an instrumental that covers the time period where Yasha spent time away from the party, before meeting up with them again at Nicodranas. [Storm Dreams] - This song is based off of Yasha's dream in Xhorhas, where the Stormlord tells her to break her chains. [The Scarlet Spectre] - This song covers the events in episode 69, "The King's Cage", where Yasha is taken over by Obann and betrays the party. The intro is the melody Matt described the angels as singing in a previous chamber. [Not My Own (feat. Megami)] - This song, sung by the incredible Megami, speaks to Yasha's mindframe while wandering with the cult under the control of Obann. [The Cathedral] - Eponymously named after the episode where Yasha is freed from Obann, this song describes her escape from his control and her worries about redemption. It also introduces Caduceus's epithet, "The Grave Keeper." [Feathers] - Based on Yasha's chasm dream in episode 98, this song is about the Stormlord comforting her after her traumatic experiences, Yasha's realization that her shackles are broken, and gaining her feathers. The piano part includes an homage to "Contemplations at Nicodranas". [Postlude: The Sailor] - The postlude is intended to tease the next album, summarizing a large portion of the character's story. In this case, the song centers around Fjord's story. The piano part at the end reveals his character motif, taken from "Regret of the Sailor."

[@dicorockhimself]

the only moment i wish you had but didn't build a song around was the arena fight that was the moment that solidfied yasha in my opinion lol. but this album and your work is amazing, i hope you gain traction

[@erisplaysgames]

This whole album is incredible, I can’t wait to see what the fjord one looks like, it sounds so good

[@julialabusch9403]

"It's a death wish and Molly made his." OW MY SOUL. This is all incredible, dude. Major kudos.

[@erisplaysgames]

This line crosses my mind constantly when stuff about Molly and lucien comes up, it’s incredible

[@vridiantoast7096]

Me: talks about how lament of the orphan maker would really fit a show Me later that day: “Well shit, he already did it.” I’m sorry Chase. I’ve got a lot of catching up to do.

[@ShotgunVVillie]

Dude, this whole album is amazing and the motif is used brilliantly. If you don’t end up having a job in some kind of music creation, especially in movies/shows I will be shocked. Keep up the great work.

[@emilybenton6890]

The King Has Arrived is definitely my favorite. This is really terrific!

[@fishwad2077]

This is SO AWESOME. The King Has Arrived is definitely my favorite, but they're all great! Can't wait for the next album, that last piece was °chef's kiss°

[@maggieboyd8549]

The Shepard’s Crook legit made me tear up. Well done!

[@jackehidk3080]

This is amazing. As soon as the king has arrived started I got pure mollymauk vibes and I love it

[@knightoftime4782]

I don't understand how this album didn't get more love! Your work is amazing and definitely deserves more attention! I can't wait to see your next projects, wishing you lots of luck with everything you do!

[@danhoubrick207]

I put this on in the background while I was working and got chills and goosebumps the second the singing in Azula came on; after finishing the album, I can say those chills never really left. This is INSANELY good, and I'm now eagerly waiting for the Fjord and Molly ones teased here!

[@cyrusmetzger4888]

Oh my gosh!!! How come the you tube algorithm is so messed up! Why am I just now finding this! I love it so much! Thank you for making music Chase. I love it and your voice really resonates with me.

[@norokodven4768]

I could feel the energy right from the start, and I know it'll only get better from here.

[@wanderingsouljournal]

Am so glad I accidentally stumbled on your page! I've been going thru your CR playlist and sir... SIR. I am gross crying at work. How dare you make me cry! Seriously tho, your voice is so beautiful. Thank you.

[@tansycloud]

This is absolutely amazing! I'm brought to tears. The quality of this has me in awe!

[@efes_art2136]

Chase, you are so talented! I love all the songs in this. Thank you for blessing our ears and making our days better!🙏

[@HonnaMusic]

What can I say expect that it's beautifully done! The instrumental writing is very well done, and one of my favourite parts in the percussion was in Scarlet Spectre which gave me flashbacks to Halo's percussion parts, which isn't easy to do. Very impressive!

[@whothehellisthiskid3363]

This is nothing short of amazing! You're so talented!

[@awesomeduck3495]

I can’t describe how I felt while listening to this, you’ve come so far and I can’t wait for the other amazing things you’re going to do in the future. You’ve filled a hole in my music taste I’ve been missing for years, thank you!

[@oliverholm21]

I am so excited!😱😱

[@PercySenna]

This is stunning. Hope you’re proud of it :)

[@lokimorituris9855]

You are incredible, every song of you hypnotizes me. I cant wait for the songs you make about the rest of the characters. Please keep expressing your art in such a beautiful way.

[@shovelhund7067]

My god this is beautiful, brought me to tears more than I’d like to admit, keep up the good work man, it’s filling the critical role sized hole in my heart, as well as others I’m sure, and most of all, don’t forget to love each other. Great work man!

[@user-zd7we1zv5i]

Fuck yes you glorious music man

[@steventhiele9281]

I cannot wait to hear the next one!!

[@Randomness823]

Okay, tell me I'm crazy, but are there little nods to "Crawling" from Linkin Park? Phenomenal work on this album. Nearly cried during some of it. The mixing and sounds along with your gorgeous voice quickly made this one of my favorites. The repeating motif of The Dirge of Mollymauk in Shepherd's Crook is really getting to me, gods.

[@lanxreedalenlum3706]

wtf, this is awesome, how tf did i miss this

[@jasminwashington7951]

Wow, I love this! Will you post the lyrics to your albums? My hearing is not the best so I really love being able to read the lyrics!!

[@ChaseNoseworthy]

I probably should, huh? I'll try and post them in the description of this video tonight

[@leothelion4464]

the prelude reminds me of the opening title screen for dementia 2 for nintendo ds