Introducing Teodor Boogh, the musical maestro behind the moniker Telos Vision. Hailing from the vibrant city of Gothenburg, this multi-talented artist has forged a remarkable reputation through his collaborations with esteemed Swedish musicians. However, now is the time for Teodor to embark on a solo venture, as he unveils his highly anticipated debut album, “Traces Of Light.”

Immersed in the studio for a year, Teodor meticulously crafted this full-length opus, where his virtuosity shines through as he skillfully plays most of the instruments and expertly handles the recording and mixing process. “Traces Of Light” showcases a marked evolution, as Teodor delves into new soundscapes by incorporating ethereal synths and an expansive soundscape. 

In his artistic journey, Teodor values the power of collaboration, handpicking his creative partners with utmost care. Previously entrusting the artwork to the talented Daniel Romano, this time he has enlisted the artistic prowess of Andrew McGranahan. Renowned for designing merchandise for icons like Paul McCartney, My Morning Jacket, and Khruangbin, McGranahan’s touch promises to elevate the album’s visual aesthetics to new heights.

Prepare to be captivated by Telos Vision’s musical odyssey as he unveils “Traces Of Light,” an album that embodies his artistic growth and serves as a testament to his boundless talent.

You have worked with many well-known artists and musicians in Sweden. How has collaborating with them influenced your music?

Every time I work with experienced people I learn something. I think it’s a great thing as an artist to surround yourself with people whose work you admire. It has definitely helped me become a better musician, producer, and artist. When I record with Telos Vision it’s mostly me doing everything, so to work with other artists gives me the energy to keep trying new things and keep making music. 

What did you set out to achieve with ‘Traces of Light’ in terms of sound and the overarching meaning it holds for you as an artist?

It’s basically a record without any compromises. I just tried to let things take as much time as needed and push myself to make the best record I could at the moment. The record means a lot to me! I had a bunch of songs and I also had really specific production ideas for them. Often when I record the ideas turn into something else but this time I just wanted to try to really bring all of my ideas to life. That was developing and rewarding. My ideas are not so much about a specific sound I’m looking for, but more about the way the songs are crafted.

As a multi-instrumentalist, which instrument do you enjoy playing the most and why? What’s your go-to for writing music?

Guitar is my main instrument and the instrument I always use for writing. I needed to practice a lot for the drums on the records. I’ve played a bit of drums before but I always hated listening to myself playing it. And I love recording drums, I always have fun putting up mics and tweaking them to get a great drum sound. That process can be inspiring. But probably the only instrument that I really like to listen to myself playing is guitar… I can do a long guitar solo in one take and be really happy with it. Everything else needs a few takes to get right.

What is the ‘Telos’ of Telos Vision?

It can be whatever I want at the time! I see my solo work as a chance to be able to try anything. When I work with other people I don’t do 30 takes or let a small melody take a day to record, but I can do that with my own music. The purpose of doing Telos Vision music is for me to become better at what I love doing and working on what I feel inspired to do at the moment.

Your music often incorporates elements of psychedelia and dream pop. Is it merely aesthetic or is it part of your “praxis”?

I think it’s an important part of what I do. Psychedelia is for me an absence of boundaries. I try to not let conventions or musical rules tell me what I can and can’t do. Many people who listen to my music can probably hear some retro genre-specific things in my music, but the process is much more free. I try whatever I feel like no matter how weird the idea may seem, and I think that’s one of the important parts of psychedelic music.

You are currently on tour with Graveyard to promote your album. What has been your favorite part of touring so far?

Playing lots of shows and becoming better as a band. There’s only so much you can do by rehearsing as a band, but it’s when you play live that things start to happen. The experience and routine do something that is hard to fake. There’s a trust and a confidence within the band that you build after having done some shows that let you be in the moment and not think about playing the right notes or remembering the lyrics. It gets better each night!

What about your not-so-favorite part?

I like most parts of touring. But the waiting can be a drag sometimes. Some parts of the day are really slow, which is unavoidable. Waiting for soundcheck, waiting for the show, waiting to load the car… But we meet a lot of nice people and we have a great time being on the road, and luckily we are friends with Graveyard and it’s fun to hang out with them. So after a day or two at home, I’m ready to play again.

Can you give us a sneak peek into any upcoming projects or collaborations you have in the works?

Yes, I’m working on an EP and have been recording a couple of songs with some friends in Little Dragon and have spent a couple of days in their studio. That’s gonna be my next project to put out!

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