The Outlaw Ocean is a must-read. I never would have known about the crimes and terror happening at sea had it not been for Ian’s reporting, which is a testament to how essential this kind of journalism is. This book paints a holistic picture of what the reality of the ocean is, from the crews on these ships to the poachers to the stowaways. No rock is left unturned.

Art possesses an ability to express the issues people face and bring words to life. You can see it in the effect of Picasso’s “Guernica” and John Lennon’s song, “Imagine.” With my tracks, I tried to replicate the dark atmosphere illustrated by some of the sources Ian spoke to, creating a musical ambiance that transports listeners to the scenes themselves. This book has already made such an impact, and I wanted my music to do the same — to touch people in a visceral way and enable them to understand a fraction of what might be felt when out on The Outlaw Ocean.

ATILI