“Under The Rainbow” is a concept album that interprets the emotional spectrum of colour through the lens of colour psychology — with each track embodying a distinct hue, both thematically and sonically. Designed with intention, the songs are crafted to reflect the symbolic resonance of their respective colours, from lyrical motifs to harmonic choices and overall mood.

Beneath this chromatic framework lies a deeper narrative — the existential loop of never-ending cycles. The album navigates through recurring themes of life and death, reincarnation, daily repetition, and the arc of human evolution. This cyclical perspective gives the record a sense of continuity and return, echoing the inevitable rhythms of existence.

Sonically, “Under The Rainbow” marks our most ambitious departure to date — a deliberate exploration into hybridised textures and experimental production. We blended organic foundations like acoustic guitar and piano with synthetic elements: electronic drum loops, modular-inspired synths, processed soundscapes, and extended effects on guitar, drums, and keys. It’s a sonic journey where the analogue breathes within the digital — a palette as diverse and fluid as the colours it seeks to represent.

This album marks a pivotal chapter for Cedarsmoke, both sonically and collaboratively. Recorded at Incremental Studios with our long-time creative partner Cam Smith—who engineered, mixed, and co-produced the record—the sessions capture a renewed energy following a deliberate musical shift. Cam’s fingerprints are all over the album, not only behind the desk but also behind the kit, contributing drums, percussion, and backing vocals.

It also introduces two new key voices in the Cedarsmoke sound: Matt Cloumassis on lead guitar, whose intricate playing reshapes our melodic landscape, and Tamala Wright, whose mellifluous vocal textures weave through much of the album. The arrangements are further deepened by the evocative cello work of April Laczko, adding a new dimension to our sonic palette.

At the core of the album is Jon Cloumassis, who wrote and produced the record, as well as providing lead vocals and performing the remaining instrumentation—anchoring the project with a cohesive creative vision.

The final touch came from mastering engineer Mikey Young, whose work brings a fresh edge and cohesion—marking another first in our evolving production journey.