Stephen Emmer’s journey through the cycle of life in “benja’s birth”

Stephen Emmer is back with “benja’s birth,” a personal single that demonstrates the depth of his work as a composer and producer. Based in Amsterdam, Emmer continues to be a unique artist, known for his collaborative, genuine, and exploratory approach to creating new forms of music.

“benja’s birth” is a single from the album “Asymmetrical Dot,” released on February 27, 2026, by Electric Fairytale Recordings. Available on all streaming platforms and on CD through Bandcamp, this album is a mix of many different influences, including Ryuichi Sakamoto, Ennio Morricone, Johann Johannson, Brian Eno, Debussy, and Eddie Sauter, to name a few. These artists, however, are incorporated in a subtle manner, resulting in a refined and unique sound that is both cinematic and intimate.

At its core, “benja’s birth” is a powerful story that has been inspired by a very real situation in Emmer’s life. As a grandfather, Emmer was inspired by the birth of his grandson, Benja, and the death of his mother shortly after. This is a very powerful and emotional situation, giving “benja’s birth” a deep meaning that has been incorporated into a soundtrack about life. According to Emmer, it is “the most personal soundtrack I could imagine on this subject.” This soundtrack is unique in that it has been created by a composer who has been influenced by so many different artists. As a unique soundtrack, it has been influenced by a variety of different places, including Peru, Armenia, Portugal, and the United States, where the vocals were recorded. Mixing was done in Texas, followed by remixing in London and mastering in Los Angeles, giving this soundtrack a global appeal that is characteristic of its collaborative production.

With live concerts currently in production and a live band in development, Stephen Emmer continues to be a unique artist, creating a diverse range of music that is both unique and meaningful. “benja’s birth” is a unique soundtrack that is both powerful and beautifully crafted.