“Cry Without Tears,” the collaboration between Jost and Axel Ehnstrom, delves deeply into hidden pain and inner turmoil, wrapped in an enthralling electronic soundscape. The track penetrates the struggle of carrying unseen burdens, a type of pain that smolders silently within us when unrecognized. Its poignant lyrics and emotional vocal delivery articulate the internal conflict of this concealed sadness. The pulsating electronic rhythms and atmospheric synthesizers create a dynamic contrast, highlighting the tension between internal turmoil and the facade of normality. “Cry Without Tears” serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of confronting and accepting our pain to avoid becoming prisoners to it, forever carrying an invisible burden.
The song was written by Axel Ehnstrom and produced by Petre Octavian Ioachim (Achi).
“‘Cry Without Tears’ is a powerful exploration of hidden emotions and the silent struggles we often face. Through its evocative lyrics and haunting melody, this song pierces through unseen pain, the kind that does not always manifest through tears. It speaks of the strength required to endure and the silent resilience within us all. ‘Cry Without Tears’ is a testament to the depth of human emotion and the unspoken battles we carry in our hearts,” says Jost.
“‘Cry Without Tears’ came to life beside a beautiful lake in the mountains near Cluj. Achi and I were sitting in a lakeside cabin, watching the gloomy evening sky, and we started improvising on the guitar. We quickly recorded the vibe and composed a melancholic piece around it. We wanted to capture that feeling when you are sad but for some reason cannot cry, so you either run from your problems or hide your feelings,” shares Axel Ehnstrom.
Jost, a DJ, producer, and music enthusiast from Hannover, Germany, channels his passion for music into creating captivating tracks and spreading positive vibes. His musical journey began after watching Martin Garrix’s performance at Tomorrowland in 2013, witnessing his ability to infuse joy and love into the audience. Since then, he has been on a continuous path of DJ-ing, producing, and sharing his music on SoundCloud, aiming to recreate the same uplifting experience he felt that night. Having spent several years in the UK, Jost has shared the stage with renowned artists such as Rudimental, HBz, and Felix Jaehn. Recently signed to Honua Records, part of Global Records, Jost has already showcased collaborations with artists like Bella X, Mingue, Mentum, and VAMERO. Stay tuned for a musical odyssey full of energy and love!
Axel Ehnström is a celebrated composer, producer, and artist known for his collaborations with Lost Frequencies, Alle Farben, twocolors, Deepend, Younotus, and many others. He began his career performing at Eurovision, representing Finland.