03 Nov 2009 |
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A prophetic release of music that sets new boundaries in Electro-acoustic manipulations. Ambient tales with modern classical flavours dipped in soft and sometimes glitchy electronica. Subtle cinematic glow is floating gracefully within the compositions, giving them an epic feel. Christoph Berg aka Field Rotation is a composer, producer and also a violinist and pianist from Germany with a very unique and futuristic sound and style. Christoph's electronic fabrics are delicate and fragile yet powerful and dramatic and when he blends them with his emotional playing on the acoustic instruments he creates a mesmerizing listening experience. Label: Fluid Audio
Title: Field Rotation - Licht und Schatten Release Date: 26/10/09 Mastering: Vincent Villuis/Christoph Berg Art Work: Dorothee Schwarz The core of this release is based mostly on electronic fibers but the acoustics are flowing smoothly in and out every now and then like a spell. This is the future of Electro-acoustic from a rising star which is one of the most talented and creative artists in this growing movement of music and also from a fresh record label with a team that puts a lot of love in everything they do. The quality of the production and of the performance here is absolutely excellent and simply intensifies the beauty of the compositions, warm and crisp in the right places and cold and elusive when necessary thanks to Christoph's stunning style of playing, playing techniques and his production skills. He really knows how to translate atmospheres and emotions into music with a really sensitive way of playing the instruments, an interesting way of manipulating sounds and fantastic programming. The theme of light and shadow is sensed during the whole journey. A great mastering job from Vincent Villuis and Christoph himself give this release it's final touch on the music aspect, making it a high quality audio product. The artwork Fluid Audio records sets some new standards in the packaging/artwork field as well. Just like it says on the Fluid Audio website this Limited CD Edition comes packaged with a gorgeous hand stitched material, along with a full colour poster, badge and a nice little surprise. The wonderful artwork here is provided by Dorothee Schwarz and it is a perfect fit to the concept of this EP. Beautiful packaging and beautiful artwork are things that I really appreciate because it makes the whole listening experience even more enjoyable and it feels almost like a little ritual every time you open up the CD package. it also can give some impressions on the album's moods and atmospheres and it really puts you in the mood for a deep listening experience. So to sum things up Track List
Abendrot 9:10 Polarlicht 11:01 Lichtermeer 6:45 Lichtbrechung 7:09 Mondfinsternis 8:30 Tiefflug 9:15 Schlafwandler 5:17 Beautiful vision and an excellent realization of it. The first Fluid audio release " Hope " was released in June this year and it's a brilliant various artists project that brought Field Rotation's music to my attention for the first time. "Licht und Schatten" is a Limited Special CD Edition ( 100 copies only ) and now only 6 are left in stock from what I know.. So be quick and get it while you still can. Note - this EP is only an appetizer to Field Rotation's debut album on Fluid Audio, planned to be released in 2010. For purchase,samples and info go to the Fluid Audio website - http://www.fluidaudio.co.uk/product/002-licht-und-schatten CD is available from databloem as well - http://www.databloem.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&category_id=6&flypage=databloem.tpl&product_id=657&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=2&vmcchk=1&Itemid=2 More info and samples here as well - http://www.myspace.com/fluidaudi0 http://www.myspace.com/fieldrotation If you want the digital version ( only 4 tracks ) go here - http://fluiddigital.bandcamp.com/album/licht-und-schatten
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