What does it sound like?
This work is a very personal mixture between electronic music and classical orchestral music with a strong orientation to melody and harmony. Some of the pieces, such as "Reverse I" are highly influenced by classical baroque music.
Similar artists:
I don’t find this album particularly comparable to other artists’ work, which is a good thing. Some baroque guitar orchestrations, remind of Mike Oldfield’s experiments a la "Hergest Ridge" and other of his later ambient works. There is also a resemblence of Olfield’s works in the harmonies and melodies of the album, showing an clear influence from folk music. In fact this album would be a good choice for fans of the British guitarist and composer.
Highlights:
The unconventional mixture of instruments by this "one-man-band" makes this album a very original work, which features electric guitar, violin, viola, acoustic drums, and electronic instruments. My impression about the album is that it is more interesting from the point of view of orchestral music and arrangements than from the electronic side, which is more standard especially in the programming.
Recommendations:
I have the feeling that this is a perfect album to get fans of ambient and progressive music into electronic music. It is a very pleasing album and and I’m sure this kind of audience will enjoy it and will probably discover the pleasure of listening to modern electronic music.
