Singer-songwriter and guitar builder Dermot “Dee” McIlroy has created an ambient album that’s both relaxing and strange. I say strange because if you’ve watched many Chris Carter TV series like the X-Files and Millenium-and even Nic Pizzolatto’s True Detective, Shades of Living evokes those moods. It opens with a suspenseful Where it Takes You. And … Continue reading
I am so passionate about Soundcloud. That is where I hear cool music all the time. That’s where musicians that I respect and admire post their tunes. That’s a place where I love to repost and tweet the uploads of these fantastic artists. So today it’s less talk and more Soundcloud links. These are the … Continue reading
I am not saying I am totally partial to electronic music because I love many types of music. But unlike many people who grew up with The Beatles or Led Zeppelin, the first band album I bought was The Human League greatest hits. Of course U2 followed and the rest is history. But what I … Continue reading
Whoever tornadoman14 is, he left us with a timeless gem that I was not able to see the first time it came out. I am talking about the full concert of the October Project way back in 1996 after they released their sophomore album Falling Further In. Yes I read the magazine reviews but information was … Continue reading
It’s been quiet in the Nouvelle Electro camp lately. But they made a buzz after uploading two tracks via soundcloud. Icon is part of the songs they are recording for their soon-t0-be-released album. Not sure about the album title yet as Paula and Ian Henderson haven’t confirmed made a confirmation yet. The other one is a remixed … Continue reading
It’s a slow Sunday. I think Red Sonnet is your cup of tea today as this music evokes that feeling of relaxation. I also appreciate the style as the music is all about texture and the sense of space. There are times when the noise and pop junk gets too much and really, you … Continue reading
Hayden and Jayli Wolf form a strong musical bond with their First EP and beautiful single Light Me Up. In this Interview, Hayden explains the story behind the formation of Once A Tree and other interesting things that await them this 2014. Their music is a great find. It is something that penetrates you … Continue reading
Numbers & Shapes: Revisited is a dance-floor driven remix album based on Brooklyn based composer, Rebecca Brandt’s debut album Numbers & Shapes. rebeccabrandt.bandcamp.com When an album reaches cult status I always notice a certain kind of tribute given to it. This happened to Sarah McLachlan which resulted to Remixed in 2001. To have a remixed … Continue reading
Australian composer pianist Fiona Joy Hawkins is there to remind me why I became a music lover in the first place. We are all made of layers. If you peel mine you would discover that the deeper part goes back to this type of genre. It is in that ‘quiet and private’ moments that the … Continue reading
Love Honour Obey EP by Flip Martian(Phil Marsh) reminds me of reasons why I love electronic music. It’s that sense of creating time, space and emotions from electrical impulses. I know Flip as a DJ of Radio Happy. He also loves to post humorous updates on his social networks. His generous spirit and amazing vision are captured in … Continue reading
Vocals – Lakshmi Ramgopal and Chloe Lundgren Lyrics – Lakshmi Ramgopal and Michael Tenzer Synth/Drum Machine/Bass – Michael Tenzer Spiritual Diaphanous Sci-Fi… Trying to understanding the music of Lykanthea(real name Lakshmi Ramgopal), I had to check out the meaning of Carnatic vocal training. And wow , I was astounded by the amount … Continue reading
This will be John Adorney’s 7th release and while he is already well known in the Yoga/therapist community, when he’s not making music, he is also a certified music therapist, which obviously translates well to his music. Influences: Mark Knopfler, A.R. Rahman, William Orbit, Loreena McKennitt, Enya, Corelli, Handel, Deep Forest, Joni Mitchell, John … Continue reading
Alex Pardini ‘The Unconscious’ Theatre Magique Records / Promo House/Techno/Funky/Deep Singer/songwriter/producer Alex Pardini is a silent hunter. He owns Theatre Magique Records but he seems modest in promoting his music. But perhaps his other hobby which is Photography might also be a good source of balance to his art. But then again I find his … Continue reading
It’s a Sunday and I am listening to Numbers & Shapes by Rebecca Brandt. The album gives me a floating and jolly feeling. Perhaps it’s the way she chooses her chords. Perhaps it’s the interplay of instruments and how she creates magical sounds with them. It is rare to find orchestral music these days as everything … Continue reading
No wonder the beautiful voice of Louise Rutkowski sounds familiar. She used to be part of This Mortal Coil and The Hope Blister. She helped build the 4AD records with her distinct angelic voice. Diary of a Lost Girl took seven years to make and it is on its way to seduce ears to heights of sonic orgasm. … Continue reading
Every person who knows me will tell you how I love beautiful singing. Yes, craft and instruments-these are important too. But the human voice is the center. And it has to be beautiful. This is the case of Once a Tree. The Canadian couple/duo of Hayden & Jayli Wolf categorize their music as Chillwave, Experimental … Continue reading
They are: -Pure Mischief .. -Clare McCarthy… -Dean Burnett… -Lia Shapiro aka ALiEn TriBe… -Ross Ackerman… -Sean McCarthy Here is an interesting project from several musicians based in the UK and United States. The Electron Sun Project sounds like its name. It’s music of beaches and outdoors-even space travel. The style is hard to define … Continue reading
In the physical world, force is measured by kicks and punches you throw. In music, even a whisper can be the most powerful thing. When a true artist leaves an impression, it isn’t about the kind of dress she wears in her music video. Nor it is about how many octaves she can belt around. It … Continue reading
I love it that I am getting more and more ambient/contemporary instrumental releases to write about. Music like this gets the stress out of your system. We live in a time when multitasking is a normal thing. But just because many people do it, doesn’t mean it is healthy. I love my little quiet … Continue reading
New York based singer/songwriter Lacy James unleashes an album that promises to enchant and enlighten with Circle of Swallows. Lacy James explores that world between the rhythmic and ethereal. Her sound scape is dreamy and fresh. Circle of Swallows contains songs that will appeal to fans of Shawn Colvin, Tori Amos and Sarah McLachlan. The … Continue reading
