Wednesday, November 21, 2007

"Kindred Spirits" by Aaron Lawrence (Ambient/New Age artist from Colorado (CO))

"Kindred Spirits" by Aaron Lawrence is a unique and intriguing approach to ambient/new age music. Gathering inspiration from the mystic creature known as the wolf, Aaron's Native American compositions demonstrate a great talent for creating tunes that are pacifying and spiritual in nature. Appropriately mixed with sounds of nature (such as the sounds of waterfall in "Stream Song" and wolves crying in "Choir Practice"), these tunes carry about a new dimension of unrestricted life. When all is said and done, it is easy to see that this CD successfully connects with listeners on a deep spiritual level.
-Xavier P. and RadioIndy.com






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Tuesday, October 2, 2007

"Short Stories, Infinite Corridors" by Sebastian Lorefice (Electronic Instrumental artist from Australia (AU))

"Short Stories, Infinite Corridors" by the artistic Sebastian Lorefice is a spell-binding collection of epic electronic soundscapes. The musicianship on this CD is very impressive. "Soldier," the opening track, sets a perfect theatrical mood for the rest of this CD. Perhaps the most compelling part of these tunes is their ever-changing structure – changes in tempo, driving instruments, drum arrangements, and emotional atmospheres progress seamlessly and effortlessly! "Espionage" perfectly illustrates Sebastian's skill for creating music that conjures up a specific mental image. This track appropriately radiates a dark atmosphere of mystery, conspiracy, and secrecy. Even more impressive is this CD's quality production! Fans of electronica, jazz, ambient, and instrumental music will loose themselves in this mystic adventure!
-Xavier P. and RadioIndy.com





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Thursday, July 19, 2007

"A Cicurrence" by Michelle Ende' (New Age composer from Florida (FL))

A Circurrence is a set of musical paintings by Michelle Ende', a symphony of one. Using synthesizers and digital pianos, she creates landscapes with beautiful sounds and compositions. A Circurrence begins with the album's title song that captures the essence of anticipation and preparation before a journey with mystical reverberations. On from this track, the album guides you through several stages of a butterfly migration. You will be impressed by the way Michelle uses the sounds of her instruments and her ability to compose to tell this story. The CD rests with Memoriam, a flowing and emotional finish. Michelle's work is quieting, calming, and enjoyable; a creation of the spirit. Pick up a copy today!

Monday, July 2, 2007

"Virtual Living" by Chocotec (Electronica/Ambient Band from Great Britian, UK)

"Virtual Living" by the sensational Chocotec is a refreshingly innovative collection that puts a new spin on the term 'electronica.' What makes this album stand out from its counterparts is its unusual emphasis and reliance on drum beats and percussion. Daring, yet hypnotic arrangements of percussion instruments claim the spotlight on this CD, asserting its originality and creativity. "Energize" and "Play the Funk" highlights Chocotec's keen and skillful use of rare synth sounds that blend together to create trance-inducing hooks. Even more enticing is this CD's skillful production, successfully translating these brave compositions into pleasant works of audio art. Fans of innovative ambient/electronic tunes will thoroughly enjoy this entertaining audio experience!
-Xavier P. (for RadioIndy)
 
 
 
 

"Where the Skies End" by Cardamar (Ambient Artist from the Netherlands (NL))

"Where the Skies End" by Cardamar is a hypnotic assembly of ambient compositions. Throughout this entire collection, listeners are induced into the trance of an impressive combination of sound effects held together with well-arranged percussion. "Stuck In a Loop" best conveys this CD's mature, serious tone and catchy drum arrangements. What's more, the introduction of rarely used electronic sounds and percussion instruments, like in "Obscure Scenery" and "Chilling on the Furnace," highlights Cardamar's originality. Simply put, Cardamar's willingness to venture away from the norm results in what's best described as enjoyable experimentation. Furthermore, "Where the Sky Ends" is finished with successful production, allowing every song to proudly flaunt their deep-rooted emotional appeal. All in all, this album is a must-have for those who enjoy electronica/ambient tunes with a refreshing degree of creativity!
-Xavier P. for RadioIndy
 
 
 

"Panoramas 3" by Lorenzo Cortes' (Ambient/Electronica Artist from Spain (ES))

Lorenzo Cortes' "Panoramas 3" is a dramatic, explosive collection of ambient/electronic sounds that leaves the listener on the edge of their seat. Flawlessly crafted compositions grace this record from start to finish. With beautiful stringed arrangements that yield symphonic beauty and provoke dramatic feelings, this CD puts the listener through a theatrical audio experience. "After Holocaust" and "Armagedon" shows the amazing artistic precision of "Panoramas 3." That is, every song conjures the intended feeling and imagery suggested by the song title. This single element puts this album among one of the most dynamic sound tracks available. Moreover, the production of "Panoramas 3" carries the same amount of professionalism and precision expressed in every other area of the CD. This assembly is truly one that is unforgettable, and whose rightful place is the surround-sound of the big-screen!
-Xavier P. for RadioIndy
 
 
 
 

Wednesday, June 27, 2007

"Aethersound" by Aether (Electronica Band from Ohio (OH))

Aether's "Aethersound" is a mood-invoking collection of amazingly arranged Indielectronica tunes. From beginning to end, this album simply captivates. The guitar licks and drum arrangements are very catchy, and the band is tight. Moreover, the vocals on this CD are soothing, rich, and full of vibrant tone. Creative lyrics further add to the appeal of "Aethersound." Perhaps most importantly, the production on this album is nothing short of amazing. It achieves the perfect balance between rich, captivating guitar tones and outstanding vocals, allowing every song to pull the listener into a trance. This is perfectly demonstrated in the atmospheric "Alabaster." Simply put, this CD is joy and emotion wrapped up in the form of sound waves. It is a must-have for those who enjoy music that is full of strong attitude and high energy!
-Xavier P.
 
 
 
 

"Time, Lapsed" by Tomas Nicholas (New Age Artist from Oregon (OR))

"Time, Lapsed" by Tomas Nicholas is a CD full of great instrumentals and new age songs. This collection stands out because of the soothing tones used. The layers of stringed instruments backed by calming drum patterns make this record nothing short of relaxing and refreshing. Furthermore, this album exhibits some great creativity. One song that stands out in particular is "Your Forest, Poor Forest." Its jungle-reminiscent tones and percussion arrangements, topped with beautiful sounds of birds chirping effectively conjure the image of a distant forest. This type of imagery follows throughout the entire collection. Moreover, the production of "Time, Lapsed" finds the perfect balance between free-flowing instrumental tones and orderly percussion arrangements. All in all, this CD is a must-hear for those who enjoy the soothing sounds of great instrumental compositions.
-Xavier P. for RadioIndy
 
 
 
 

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