Produced by Pat Aeby (Krokus) | To Raise Awareness about the Oceanic Preservation Society
At Sunset Recordings, we’ve always believed in music that moves. Moves your soul. Moves the needle. And in the case of “The Sea” by Richtaste, it’s music that moves the world — calling for global attention to one of the most horrific and heartbreaking marine atrocities of our time: the hunting, capturing, and killing of dolphins in Taiji, Japan.
Now streaming worldwide on Sunset, “The Sea” isn’t just a song — it’s a statement. A cinematic, emotionally charged anthem produced by the legendary Pat Aeby (best known for his work with hard rock icons Krokus) and performed with stirring intensity by Richtaste, the track weaves urgent storytelling into powerful, soaring instrumentation.
But it’s what lies beneath the music that truly matters.
🎵 A Protest in Melody: Music as Environmental Activism
“The Sea” gives voice to those who cannot speak. Inspired by the shocking and often-hidden practices in Taiji — where thousands of dolphins are trapped, sold to marine parks, or killed annually — the song was created in solidarity with global efforts to end dolphin hunting for good.
The team behind the track worked in alignment with the Oceanic Preservation Society (OPS) — the organization that created the Oscar-winning documentary The Cove, which brought international attention to the brutality in Taiji. By partnering with OPS and spreading awareness through art, Richtaste and Sunset Recordings are helping amplify the call for change.
“Music is one of the few mediums that can cut through apathy and awaken empathy,” says a spokesperson at Sunset. “The Sea is our way of screaming without violence — of showing beauty and grief side by side, and inspiring people to act.”
🌍 Take Action: Support the Fight for Marine Life
We want to thank everyone who has tirelessly fought to end dolphin hunting — whether you’re on the front lines, raising awareness online, or simply choosing to listen and share.
And if you’ve participated in any way in supporting or promoting “The Sea” — or the mission it stands for — we want to recognize you. Please reach out to artistdevelopment@sunsetrecordings.com to be credited. We’ll update credits immediately and with gratitude.
If you’d like to take the next step and support the Oceanic Preservation Society directly, here’s how:
🐬 Donate to OPS (Oceanic Preservation Society)
OPS is a registered 501(c)(3) public charity — all donations are tax-deductible and directly support their investigative and awareness-driven work. Whether you’re hosting a charity event, planning a school fundraiser, or simply moved by The Sea, your contribution matters.
Donate or become a monthly supporter here:
👉 http://www.opsociety.org/what-you-can-do/as-a-donor
OPS Donation Guidelines:
- All checks should be made out to Oceanic Preservation Society
- Provide donor names/addresses so OPS can send acknowledgment letters for tax purposes
- Note that individual fundraisers are not official OPS reps — just allies choosing OPS as their charity of choice
🎧 Listen Now: “The Sea” on Sunset Recordings
Available now on all major streaming platforms via Sunset Recordings, “The Sea” is not only a sonic masterpiece — it’s a rallying cry for animal rights, ethical conservation, and a more compassionate planet.
🔗 Stream it now: sunsetrecordings.com
📺 Watch on YouTube: Click Here
🎤 Music Industry News Spotlight: Beatport CEO Robb McDaniels Talks Independent Innovation
Also in this week’s Sunset Recordings Industry News — we check in with one of the power players in electronic music: Robb McDaniels, CEO of Beatport.
In a new interview, McDaniels speaks candidly about the state of the scene:
“The most overhyped thing in dance music right now? Chasing algorithmic virality. Real growth happens where artistry and innovation collide.”
He also highlights what makes the next-gen music exec successful: collaborative independence, bold experimentation, and an ear to the underground.
At Sunset, we’re right there with him. Independence isn’t just a business model — it’s our identity.
🌅 Closing Notes from Sunset
The Sea by Richtaste is a clear reminder that indie music can still change the world — one note, one message, one movement at a time.
This isn’t just music. It’s mission-driven. It’s emotionally urgent. And it’s streaming now.
Join the movement. Spread the message. And never underestimate the power of a song to spark a revolution.
🎶 Only on Sunset Recordings – where indie music meets global impact.