Australian songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Justin Bell turns his passion towards the chaos and beauty of neo-classical expression, with the boldness and wonder of the Pestoric five-track EP Space. End. Time.
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Seductively smooth jazz and soul, brought to life by organic instruments perfectly united in their melodic and intimate quest. With over 25 years of experience crafting big-band swing, jazz and classical crossover originals, composer and artist Mark Niedzwiedz captures the essence of romantic entanglement, with the sultry and alluring tones of Beautiful Distraction. Blessing the … Continued
So many of Walter’s songs are four or five minutes in length – another calling card of an artist making music for the sheer love of doing so, and getting truly lost within the escapism of the process. That authenticity is impossible to fake, and shines brightly throughout Walter Hansen’s extensive catalogue of music.
Taking the time to actually feel the music, to feel something real, absorb it, and begin playing only when the mood intends. Alasdair Hames Dodds is refreshingly genuine when it comes to piano composition, and Disillusionment is an initially simple but ultimately striking ode to that truth.
An instantly distinct melody captures attention from the outset, as British-born composer and musician Peter Dulborough introduces the refreshingly recognisable, unique nuance and journey of William.
New York based composer, pianist and doctor Esmond Rubinov has achieved noteworthy successes with single projects over the years, but now returns to the bare essentials of composition, with the highly-anticipated launch of his debut album The Year After.
Creative artistry reigns again, as the memorable SardineSuckerStudios deliver a conceptual and stylistic dose of unique, provocative sound-play. The setup, melody, and spacious ambiance of The Sun Is Extinguished But There Is Hope proves as poignant and intriguing as its title, evolving through a brief two-minute journey, from mildly intense waves of retro distortion and … Continued
Nashaat Salman achieves a fine balance between creative freedom and familiarity, with the recognisable threads and sheer musical excitement, even brilliance, of Sonatina For Lena.
There’s an exotic vocal flavour, alongside these sci-fi soundwaves and notes, and this creates a sense of rising enchantment that only grows stronger throughout the near-fourteen-minute journey. The song features a mutated version of the riff from Ghost Rider, by Suicide, and is a welcomed alternative to the more traditionally structured electronic tracks that seem so simple and rather predictable these days.
Conceptual focus and organic instrumental precision, a carefully built series of soundscapes and songs, with honest vocals and stories that feel poetic and poignant amidst impassioned melodies and builds. Stewart Kenny masters the craft with purpose and depth, for the powerful new album Blood on the Wall.
Music made for visual media, a careful combination of cinematic, classical and playful melodies and arrangements, built out of hybrid orchestral sounds and synths. Toby Tune captures a creative edge that’s artistic and intriguing, for ELEMENTS OF SUBSTANCE.
Award-winning cinematic and classical composer and pianist Antonija Pacek turns her passion and expression towards the Christmas classics this season, offering a refreshingly warm, intimate and honest instrumental album, perfectly titled Heartwarming Christmas Compilation.