International Celebration
Since NewAgeMusic.nu readership extends around the world and Halloween is practically an international tradition celebrated by a wide variety of customs, we wanted to offer a holiday oriented YouTube video release from Salva Moreno of Psicodreamics. This video just shows the album art, but has a lengthy sampling of audio excerpts from Theatre des Vampire.
Living in Valencia Spain, Salva’s fantasy and mythological inspired music offers some intriguing desiger music throughout the entire year and his Theatre des Vampires album has the thrill and chill musical effects to keep you in suspense during the Halloween holiday. Naturally, we wish everyone a safe and happy Halloween.
Click here to find our Interview and Review Pages dedicated to Salva Moreno, then click here to visit his modern day fantasy and mythological website of psicodreamics.com
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The Very Best of Enya redesign
In preparation for the release of The Very Best of Enya November 23rd Enya.com has been redesigned. The white And Winter Came look has been replaced by a blood red/black design, which matches the “best of” cover artwork.
The futuristic Trains and Winter Rains video has received a very prominent placement on the new page. You can also choose from a wide selection of other Enya videos as well.
Interview with Paul Heinerman
NewAgeMusic.nu is proud to present an interview with one of the finest artists in new age music: Paul Heinerman. He has just released the album Oases, which you can read our review of here. The interview was done by BT Fasmer.
BT Fasmer: Seven years have gone since the release of Private Sun. Please describe the process behind your new album, Oases. Has your approach to music changed over these last seven years?
Paul Heinerman: The similitude in approach in composing the albums Private Sun and Oases, is intuition. For me, composing a song or an album is not a systematical process. Most songs arise by intuition and associations on themes I discover in the process of composing a song.
The difference between the two albums is that Private Sun is more or like a compilation of songs I composed over a certain period and Oasis has a special theme. From the album Private Sun, I was touched most by the atmosphere created in African Forest and Spirits of India and decided to compose an album with tracks like these. Intuition is not only inspiration from within, but also a result from external influences and possibilities. In the seven years between Private Sun and Oases I started working with new studio equipment. The new possibilities andhigh quality samples have inspired me a lot.
BT: You chose to release a single from Oases, Chimengu, long before the release of the album – and it became a massive hit on web radios. This must have been an inspiration when finishing the album? How do you feel about it now?
Paul: The first result, of these new technical possibilities and inspiration from the ‘world songs’ on Private sun, was Chimengu. A combination of modern western beat, synths and Chinese (sample) vocals. It is a quite different song, compared to my work up to then. I was curious how this style would be appreciated by listeners and therefore I sent the song to several web stations, as an introduction / teaser for a new album in this style. The great success on the internet radio stations surprised and cheered me. It also convinced me that the musical integrative path I chose was not only the right one for me but listeners approved of it as well.
BT: Oases is like a musical journey to many parts of the world, from the Far East to the West and back again. Please tell us about your inspiration for using so different cultural expressions?
Paul: During the ‘70 and ‘80 I made several journeys, to India, Thailand, Turkey, Tunisia etc. I was touched by the atmosphere and local music in these countries. All this has influenced my feelings and thoughts and through that, my music. Music is a way to express yourself as an individual and besides that, musical traditions give expression to culture. I found that music, by itself finds a way and cross borders to touch people. The synths and samples gave me tools to compose musical journeys and bring cultures harmonious together.
BT: On Oases there are voice samples on the first eight tracks, while the three last are without samples and more like your “old” style. How have you worked with samples?
Paul: I presume ‘my old style’ will always be present. It is like my basic musical language. It will be there as a base line in every song even if specific styles are more prominent, like the more up-tempo beats and voice samples in Oases. These samples are from special sampling CD’s. I selected these because they pleased me and they were suitable for the ethnic concept and atmosphere of the album. I composed the music around the voices.
BT: One cannot avoid thinking of Enigma when one hears Gregorian chants and synths. Please tell us about your inspirations for Oases. Do you listen to new age music – or other genres as well?
Paul: Associations of my music with Enigma feel like a compliment, I like this music very much.
My first steps on piano keys are the result of deep appreciation of the music of Elton John. As I am told, people regularly recognize his style in my play, especially in my first album Ancient World.
My musical interests are wide. I like various types and styles of music.
Major examples in past and present are: Peter Gabriel, Genesis, Vangelis, Steve Winwood, Deep Forrest, the Beatles, Kate Bush and lots of others. But I do value classical music as well, with Sjostakovitch undoubtedly as my favorite composer. And of course I listen to New Age music and appreciate in this genre Yanni and Suzanne Ciani.
A musician that inspired me specifically in respect to Oases, is Harry Gregson-Williams. Several years ago I heard his ‘All hell breaks loose’, the soundtrack for the film Spy Games. This and the other songs in the movie affected me. The western synth with world vocals were the combination I was working on as well and he created the atmosphere sphere I was looking for.
Most songs arise by intuition and associations on themes I discover in the process of composing a song.
BT: Your first two albums had much of that analogue synth sound. Will there be more of that in the future?
Paul: I am quite sure this sound will stay present in my work. Personally I am very fond of songs like Across The Ocean. Of course I like to develop as a musician and enter different musical pathways, but I expect this will continue to be alternated and interlaced with basic analogue synth sound.
BT: Your music has been used in many different settings, from boardprograms on airlines, to TV shows. Do you plan to do more of this kind of work – or will there be more albums like Oases? Or both?
Paul: As for me, both kinds of work will continue. For this specific moment I am busy to make library music again (for film, documentaries and commercials). One moment you are engaged in a lounge music song and some time later you compose a pop- or Latin song. This is very fun to do and it guarantees that you will not keep on composing in a fixed style or routine. While composing these library tracks I am concentrating on and exploring specific styles in music. In these pursuits I often find inspiration and possible combinations with my own basic musical style for new songs. So probably in the future a new album can be expected.
BT: Thank you so much, Paul, for giving us this interview. I know I speak on behalf of many new age music fans out there; keep creating great music. We love your work!
Be sure to check out PaulHeinerman.com Oases is available on all major digital music outlets.
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Wistful Visions by Marc Enfroy
Below is a new music video produced for Marc Enfroy’s Wistful Visions by one of his many fans, Truus Kok.
J. M. Jarre’s 2010 World Tour
JeanMichelJarre.com has received a massive face lift in preparation for the 2010 world tour. After this years’ success, which debuted six months ago to full houses in the United Kingdom, Norway, Finland, Sweden, Holland and Poland – it is easy to see that J. M. Jarre’s millions of fans have a lot to look forward to in 2010. The show continues with concerts in France, Belgium, Germany and Czech Republic. See all the tour dates here.
You only have to click the link to be taken into Jarre’s world of sound and light. The opening video gives a great impression of how it is to attend one of his concerts. If you sign up to the newsletter, you get a free mp3 live recording of Oxygene 5.
A Hidden World of Sound
Each music genre has its own set of atmospheres that artists more or less adhere to. Even in experimental genres like psychedelic, post-punk or soul-jazz, artists rarely create something that has a totally different atmosphere. They create music with different expressions, but the underlying atmosphere stays the same. This is also the case with new age. Here we usually have an ethereal and meditative atmosphere that is both loved and hated for its simplicity.
But there is a hidden world of sound here too, that is being presented to us by the band Transcend with Time (TwT). It has the atmosphere of progressive rock and the sound of new age. Now TwT has released a new album entitled A Haunting Presence. Read on, and get to hear about a hidden world of sound!
Transcend with Time is a one-man band by Mark Mendieta from Brownsville, Texas. His previous projects all have thoughtful names, which beautifully show the duality between light and darkness in his music: A Voice of Calmness (2006). Reflections of the Soul (2007) and Through Memory’s Perception (2008). Mark Mendieta also has a progressive rock project called Subject to Thoughts, which is also highly recommended by this reviewer.
The brand new TwT-album, A Haunting Presence, opens with a song that is called Hourglass Falls. It is a perfect introduction to TwT’s music; it is as beautiful as it is eerie, as complicated as it is simple. When listening to it is like stepping into a scary old house, filled with things that belongs in children’s nightmares – stuff that aren’t really scary, but still give you a foreboding feeling. Hourglass Falls is a new hit from TwT. It is Halloween music you can play all year round.
The ingredients in TwT’s music is a mix of piano, analogue sounding synths and drums. Note that the foremost beauty is not in the arrangement, but the atmosphere. Therefore it is too easy dismiss TwT as “synth music” (which I have seen other reviewers do in the past) – but this is not the case at all. Just beneath the sequenced synth are layers of heartfelt musical poetry.
The title song is, as implied, haunting, but in a good way. The songs flows away, like a dark undercurrent, taking you on a 7min18sec long journey.
But there are brighter segments here as well, like the song In Loving Memory, which includes a wonderful vocal by Brandon Strader. It is 11 minute long, and the atmosphere rises and falls naturally, like if it was not a song but a stage play about the loving memories of a now lost family member. One of my favorite songs on the album is A Silent Lullaby. It is like an early Tangerine Dream-song, with its analogue synths, flutes and sharp strings. It is an ambient jewel; very meditative, and filled TwT’s usual mix of melancholy and joy. Another song I would like to mention is the faster Beneath. It could have been the sound track to an action movie.
On A Haunting Presence Mark Mendieta takes everything that is great about new age and adds, what he calls, “a twist of Dark Progressive”. It creates a totally different atmosphere, unlike anything else you are likely to find in this part of the forest. TwT is not easy listening, and that is also the case with the new release. But if you give is some time, you will for sure be amazed of the richness in sound.
After all, a haunting presence is not something you are likely to notice right away. The new chapter in TwT’s history is a very rewarding listen.
You can sample and buy the album on Melodic revolution. Also be sure to check out TwT’s page on MySpace.
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Interview with Joel Kanning
NewAgeMusic.nu is proud to present an interview with rising new age star Joel Kanning, who recently released the album Ubiquitous Frequency Oscillation (UFO). Read BT Fasmer’s review of it here.
oel Kanning: Thank you very much for having me! 
It wasn’t until after my high school years that I began experimenting more with guitars and keyboards, and recording my own ideas. 
Joel: My oldest brother listened to a lot of Alan Parson’s Project, ELO, Genesis, Tangerine Dream, etc, while I was growing up and I believe that music, on a subconscious level, influenced me to some degree – although I was mostly interested in rock music at the time. But the pivotal moment was experiencing Enigma MCMXC a.D. for the first time, because it literally changed my musical direction. Up to that point I had been drumming in various bands and was determined to “make it” as a rock-and-roll drummer. But when I heard this Enigma music, my entire perception of music changed.I had been drumming in various bands and was determined to “make it” as a rock-and-roll drummer. But when I heard this Enigma music, my entire perception of music changed.Joel Kanning
Joel: It was crazy because at some point in the fall of 2008, I was working on remixes of Eric’s tracks, and working on my remix for the Enigma contest – at the same time! It was very surreal to be working with their tracks, and since I had never done remixes before, the whole experience was just a lot of fun. As it turned out, Eric contacted me and said that he really liked what I was doing with my tracks, and that he had actually featured one of my remixes, “Africa Brasil Chuva Remix,” on his MySpace page.
Then, a couple months later I was informed that Michael had chosen my remix, “Downtown Silence (Past Lives Mix),” as one of the winners of his contest. It was beyond surreal at that point. To have my own work acknowledged by both of these great artists was a tremendous honor! As a result of some connections I made doing those remixes, I ended up remixing a track for Arman Behdad called “Crimson Skies (Joel Kanning Remix),” which was just released this summer through Bonzai Elemental.
Joel: I think it really depends on what your objectives are. It is truly amazing what can be done these days with a laptop and a few hundred dollars-worth of software. The Internet has now become an extremely viable outlet for selling your own music. There really is no better time to be an independent artist than right now. John Adorney Interview Scheduled
We are happy to inform our newagemusic.nu visitors about an Artist Interview on the horizon with American musician John Adorney. John P. Olsen will serve as host by preparing the interview questions to this widely celebrated musician.
Mr. Adorney is a well respected superstar, having 5 award winning albums to his credit, an impressive gathering of loyal fans, and a just right feel to his discography that is enchanting and pleasing to everyone by the contemporary instrumentals, flowing melodies, along with elegant vocals.
Topics will include his just released album The Fountain, his early biography up to present day, and secret to success formula for always supplying everyone with musical favorites year after year.
The easy to use music player on his website provides ( 1: 09 length samples ) for you to hear his classic albums and newest release.
For those who like a memorable video experience, the YouTube video below offers an ocean tide sunset with dolphin scenes as visual backdrop to the song Neverending to make one very impressive music video.
Visit johnadorney.com website to sample his music right here. His just released The Fountain CD can be purchased at Amazon.com right here.
Deuter’s Atmospheres
I can’t think of an artist better suited than Deuter to release an album entitled Atmospheres. Released in January of this year, Atmospheres has been well received by reviewers and audience alike. Atmospheres has also been submitted for consideration in the 2010 Grammy Award process.
Deuter released his first album back in 1971, and has since that been known for his atmospheric albums – but this years’ new addition to his already impressive discography must be one of his best.
Atmospheres contains ten tracks that simply are named 1-10 in different languages.
This is one of those albums that you just have to discover for yourself. Put it on, and you’ll get the perfect atmosphere.
You can sample it here. It is available at your favorite digital music outlet.
Timely Dedication to Conservation
The conservation minded 11.05 Revival release from Mars Lasar is the most recent project in the Eleventh Hour Series to make a significant statement in both the trademark designer music Mars continues to envision and next in series dedication to protection of our planet that arrives with just in time precision.
The Eleventh Hour Series relies on an Ele
ctronic Instrumental infrastructure to get the message out, and it now appears clear Mars was just ahead of his time with the series. His deep exploratory music touches the senses while beating a constant rhythm in music lover’s hearts, exactly when a new resurgence in conservation is suddenly thrust into the forefront of the next generation’s minds.
11.05 Revival on the Sound Manipulation label approaches every aspect of Eclectic, Electronic, Instrumental & New Age Groove, canvassing the inherent beauty and peaceful serenity of our magnificent planet in an epic and colorful illustration drawn from one man’s timely musical perspective.
Earthbound exhibits a strong opening by first reaching out to grab, and then capture your attention by a distinctive percussion rhythm that steadily glides into full keyboard environment, giving a pulsating melody in motion testimonial. During refrains, choral vocals announce a clear message while swaying melody acts like a pendulum to once again move in countermotion behind the energizing concept.
Parallel Worlds permits you to breath again while navigating at a gentler pace during orchestration crescendo that nicely revolves around lighter percussion, woodwinds, and twinkling effects, giving brief moments of interlude during this unilateral event.
Some of the introspective songs heard on 11.05 Revival could be perceived as a warning for our ecological in-actions and resulting consequence to humanity, since several songs have a deep perilous atmosphere that rightfully command your attention.
Globalization conjures up equally deep and lighter emotions by modifying sound images in this majestic song that uniquely articulates the projection of imagery during his compositions. The deeply integrated keyboard and vocals are centered by a twinkling sequence to mirror the bright reflection of a full moon and resulting tidal effect.
Ancient Astronaut & Final Countdown take giant leaps onto the planetary surface of ambience, having an audible feel of intensity in their own domain.
While one song is geared to a constant percussion countdown timed to the precision of a second hand with far reaching melody, another explores rich orchestration by engaging brass, winds and strings that seem to defy gravity by dynamic theatrics alongside intertwined lighter and deeper orchestra concertos.
Next Millennium has a design of the future piano melody with counter beat notes and intriguing voice box dialog that likewise competes for your attention. Moderate patterns then return with several songs set to a mid tempo pace and feel like heard in Evolution.
Graceful Orbit has a cycling pattern by the static effect, strings, and choir vocals, while Celestial Challenge has a voice box dialog along with flute in an engaging improv sequence and Guide To The Ozone shows a nice blend of instrumentals drawn into softer melodies that float along accordingly.
By The Sea ushers in the pleasingly relaxing voice of Cadence Spalding, where Contemporary Jazz is introduced to softer classic vocals alongside piano and saxophone accompaniment, lending a soulful and poetic touch which nicely compliments 11.05 Revival and newest release in the Eleventh Hour Series.
Mars Lasar has truly made a bold testimonial in this timely masterpiece, renewing the true spirit behind the Eleventh Hour Series while also personifying his dedication to conservation music legacy. The positive aspects of our world worth saving are clearly shown in unison with the extreme challenges ahead, exactly when the music of today’s generation and inherent staff of conservation awareness is carefully relayed into the open arms of the next generation.
Visit marslasar.com to sample or purchase right here or visit CDBaby here.
* The Eleventh Hour Series 11.05 Revival has a 10 % donation to conservation.org with your album purchase.
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New Earth Records catalog 2010-2011
New Earth Records has released their catalog for year 2010-2011. They give us this foreword:
As concern over Global Warming grows and becomes daily front-page news, our whole planet seems to be in danger of overpopulation and rapid depletion of our natural resources. We are sensitive to these concerns, especially as our home is in the high desert near Santa Fe, New Mexico, where we are constantly at risk of water shortage. It is clear to us, as individuals and as a company, that we must all take steps to challenge the course of climate change and raise consciousness about the risks to, and beauty of, our planet.
And more:
We at New Earth Records are dedicated to doing our part to combat the adverse affects of Global Warming. In 2006, we began the transition to printing all New Earth booklets and tray cards on fully recycled paper, using only soy or vegetable inks. By Autumn of the same year, we were proud to be able to say that all New Earth products were ‘green’! ‘
Read the beautiful, 33 page long catalog here. Fans of New Earth Records – and fans of new age music in general – have a lot to look forward to
New Enigma “Best of” album out soon
While 2008 was a year when the biggest names in new age music – Enya, Enigma and Mike Oldfield – all released new and fresh material – 2009 has turned out to be a “best of” year. It began with Mike Oldfield releasing yet another Tubular Bells-version. In November both Enya and Enigma will too release new “best of” albums. Below on our page you can read about the new Enya compilation, while we here give you information about the upcoming “best of” album by Enigma. According to Enigmamusic.com:
One month before the 20th anniversary, “The Platinum Collection” of ENIGMA is a look back on one of the most successful musical projects of the last years. With over 50 million records sold worldwide, more than 100 platinum and gold awards and over 50 #1 chart positions, mastermind Michael Cretu is eclipsing twenty years of a musical journey with a 3 CD-Box Set release.
While the new Enya album contains no new tracks, Enigma gives us one remix CD and an additional CD called “The Lost Ones” which delivers a never before allowed insight into the creative sound laboratory of ENIGMA. “Everything starts with trial and error.” Michael Cretu explains. “Sometimes it’s a sound, then a melody, a harmony or a mood. The “Lost Ones” are my way of instrumental drafts developed from a boiling cauldron full of unordered, naive und carefree musical ideas.” It will be released on November 20th.
See the track listing here.
The very best of Enya track listing
It is with joy we bring you the track listing of upcoming title The very best of Enya – which is to be released on November 24th! Sadly there are no new “bonus” tracks composed for the collection, but it contains the Lord of the Rings song Aníron, which has not been on an Enya release before. The tracks have been selected by Enya and her good friends Nicky and Roma Ryan.
A special edition DVD and a documentary regarding the album will also be available at the same time. 
CD version:
1. Orinoco Flow
2. Aniron
3. Storms in Africa
4. Caribbean Blue
5. Book of Days
6. The Celts
7. Only Time
8. Wild Child
9. Water Shows The Hidden Heart
10. Anywhere Is
11. Cursum Perficio
12. Amarantine
13. Aldebaran
14. Trains and Winter Rains
15. Watermark
16. Boadicea
17. A Day Without Rain
18. May It Be
CD/DVD version:
1. Trains and Winter Rains
2. My My Time Flies
3. Stars and Midnight Blue
4. Amarantine
5. Sumiregusa
6. The River Sings
7. If I Could Be Where You Are
8. Wild Child
9. Only Time
10. Drifting
11. Flora’s Secret
12. Fallen Embers
13. One By One
14. Pax Deorum
15. Athair ar Neamh
16. Anywhere Is
17. Orinoco Flow
18. Watermark
19. Boadicea
20. May It Be
21. Caribbean Blue
22. Aniron
Source: Enya.com
Mog.com launches music service
Usually we don’t comment digital music outlets, but for our dear partner Mog.com (where our articles also are published) we today make an exception.
According to Wired.com:
The social music network MOG, one of Wired.com’s ten hottest music sites last year, has signed deals with all four major labels and indie aggregators to launch an unlimited on-demand streaming service that will cost $5 per month starting Thanksgiving Day, November 26.
You can read the whole article here.
At Wired you can also read about the obstacles for making a free, ad-based music service in the US. In Europe people can enjoy Spotify.com (contact me if you want an invite) which is free to use, but in US you apparently must pay at least 5 bucks.
Natural Side of Music
Some of the artists we write about find their inspiration by discovering the scenic wonders here on Earth. Natural compositions having both peaceful and majestic themes recalled from an individual and local perspective can be very inspirational indeed.
Ontario Canada is the geographical location of a New Age artist title bringing a beautiful listening experience to a worldwide audience. Showing a fine music observation of the abundant natural beauty that surrounds everyone each day, here is a nice album where time was given and attention was paid while orchestrating their scenic recollections.
Bruce Mitchell is a composing musician blessed with a natural talent for bringing out the best of what mother Earth has to offer with the just released New Earth Goddess album on the Millennium Label. His music compositions have a great distinction of being the feature TV soundtracks for Nature Watch & The Global Family in Japan’s multi language International Public Broadcast program ( NHK ) becoming a prime time success in Europe, among other countries.
Bruce first began with albums Hidden Pathways, Dancing on the Edge, and The Gathering, relying on rich orchestra movements to translate his natural music abilities. Celtic Destiny & Celtic Sanctity are also consistent with his prior work and shown with just a touch of Celtic influence and now leads to his current release.
New Earth Goddess is a 10 song exploration into the hearts and minds of ten charitable goddesses who provide a ( song subtitle ) depicting the gift endowment held within each individual song. Bruce once again engages his friend and world class flutist Ron Korb, who likewise solidifies the project playing concert flute, bass flute, and 2 exotic bamboo woodwinds Dizi & Bansuri, with both having ancient origins.
New Earth Goddess by composer Bruce Mitchell and co-musician Ron Korb represent skillful craftsmanship in composition and piano skills of one, plus equally strong woodwind skills of another. Their performance gives a dramatic looking through the lens glimpse into the naturalistic side of music by powerful symphonic expression, choir entries, and harmony rich vocals.
Flowing song Athena grants ( inner wisdom ) by the brass horns that open eyes, ears, and minds to a mid tempo classic presentation of piano and flute melody backed by an orchestra landscape full of strings and winds that exhibit nature as pure scenic ambiance.
The display of lighter airy moments at times nicely build into full thunderous entries, symbolic that smaller streams do trickle into larger rivers, which then flow with increasing momentum until reaching the greater oceans.
Persephone vocalizes a moderate pace in ( transformation ) where changing North to South seasonal winds are recalled by moving harmonic vocals, while gentle peaceful winds are heard by flute and piano duo, whispering in timely unison with the lighter vocals. Brigit implies a more noble statement in ( stand for your beliefs ) with deeper percussion and melodic piano passages alongside bagpipes, oboe, and woodwinds, while Aeracura opens with a much quieter beginning to ( unfold & blossom ) considering the melody soon orchestrates in a dramatic ascension, opening right along in time with fragrant vocals.
Damara suggests a gentler mindset for ( guiding children ) by lighter tone in flute melody set behind piano chords and soft xylophone runs, implying a gentler hand is always wisest when caring for the younger ones.
Maeve ( cycles and rhythms ) in an Epic way when piano and flute take on a dramatic performance with one another, creating a natural ebb and flow between the two musicians, leading to the conclusion that Bruce and Ron have succeeded by becoming a constant and enduring source of inspiration while performing their music, much like the Earth itself.
Visit newearthgoddess.net here and sample this album at CDBaby.com here. Visit the flute specialist ronkorb.com here.
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Deuter’s career in pictures
Deuter is for many the very definition of a new age artist.
To celebrate his long career, New Earth Records has posted a nice selection of pictures from Deuter’s career.
On the page is also a great presentation of the artist by Bill Binkelman.
You’ll find it all here (Scroll down)
Fan interview with Jean Michel Jarre
A fan interview with J. M. Jarre has been posted on JeanMichelJarre.com. Main topic is his 2010 tour, but questions from fans about his past and present career are also answered.
The interview is in French, and no English translation is provided – so if you don’t speak French you have to make do with this Babelfish translation. It is understandable, even though the “Western Southern cat” title is more… well… vague. :)
Consolation
In this age of advanced digital audio workstations (DAWs), where the artists have access to every instrument and sound imaginable, it is actually quite refreshing to come across an artist that focuses solely on the classical possibilities of “general midi” sounding instruments. Marc Béziat second album is entitled Consolation. It contains 11 songs in an original neo-baroque style that fans of analogue synths must make sure to check out.
Most of the songs are short (the longest being 3min58sec). Consolation is in many ways like classical music, with melodic segments which effectively communicate feelings – and then are replaced by the next segment; each song fill the audio canvas with pictures that are as beautiful as they are interesting.
Sample the album on CDBaby – and also check out Marc Béziat’s homepage.
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