Album Review
You Liang shares a captivating EP “Sleepless Summer Night”
Tokyo’s very own musical luminary, You Liang, unveiled their latest masterpiece – the EP “Sleepless Summer Night.” This ethereal collection of sonic tales promises to transport listeners to the heart of Tokyo’s mysterious nightscape, enveloping them in a whirlwind of emotions that only the city’s moonlit streets can evoke.
“Sleepless Summer Night” is pivotal in You Liang’s sonic expedition. This EP, the second vocal release by the artist, encompasses two spellbinding vocal mixes along with an instrumental track, crafting a harmonious symphony that resonates with the soul. With a runtime of 15 minutes, this musical gem guarantees an immersive experience that transcends time and space.
You Liang’s musical odyssey began in 2014 when the seeds of creativity were sown during their days at Keio University through acapella and rhythmic drumming. This journey meandered through digital music production (DTM), culminating in a passionate affair with electronic genres. Now, in 2023, You Liang emerges from the shadows of pseudonyms, introducing their mellifluous creations to the world under their real name, You Liang. Remastered for the new decade, their compositions bear the mark of maturation and artistry.
As “Sleepless Summer Night” beckons, listeners can expect an auditory expedition that navigates the delicate juncture between melancholy and optimism, nostalgia and innovation. You Liang’s music is a testament to Tokyo’s nocturnal allure, capturing the essence of warm city breezes and whispered secrets shared under the moon’s gentle gaze.
Album Review
Paul Terry, Aptøsrs & Cellarscape unite on bold new album “Alternative Piano Club”
Combining his three artistic alter egos, Paul Terry presents an awe-inspiring new 12-track album, “Alternative Piano Club,” written in collaboration with Aptøsrs and Cellarscape. This is an album-length voyage of music that blends acoustic, rock, and piano-driven cinematic sounds.
Torn between this complex emotional spectrum, all the while the piano remains at its core throughout. Paul Terry opens his “Memento Mori (Chromogenic Phase)” contemplatively, creating a solemn, reflective mood. Cellarscape’s “Three Years Of Roses“ is warmer, whereas Aptøsrs’ “Questionnaires“ is much more textured as a large, sculptural post-rock.
“Dave’s Theme,” written by Paul Terry, musically expands the narrative with a touch of cinematic elevation that aligns well. “We Shape The Clouds” by Cellarscape is fluffy and heart-warming, “Writers Behind The Curtain” is somber, more narrative. We are all together in “A Place We Made,” an honest, intimate, emotionally grounded space.
The project contains vocal warmth and cultural depth in the song “This Is My Home“ by Silas Miami & Lana Crowster. Proceeding in a totally different direction is the stronger emotional clarity of Paul Terry’s acoustic storytelling on “Any Time You Want To Fly” and “No Sleep Has Come.” Cellarscape presents a wide, spacious atmospheric moment in “Cygnus,” while Aptøsrs ends with “Rust Mountain (Monochrome Piano Version),” a simple gem that brings the project full circle.
The mixing of Sam Okell and Adam Noble, the mastering of Alex Wharton and Robin Schmidt have, in many ways, brought their polish to it while still making it feel human. “Alternative Piano Club” is a work entity, where three musical personalities met and talk mind in the same emotional language.
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Album Review
Mt. Kili Mt. Kili delivers quiet power and honest reflection on “The Noticer” (album)
Mt. Kili’s latest album, “The Noticer,” is a warm, contemplative acoustic folk album that finds beauty in the minutiae of life itself, as calm and bare as anyone would call it. Songwriter Rick Sichta of Asheville leads the project with delicate instrumentation and outspoken lyrics, bringing forth an experience that can be both personal and universal.
Recorded at Echo Mountain Studio in Asheville, the music is refined and mastered by Grammy Award-winning Julian Dreyer and David Glasser. The current lineup still embodies this vision, with Matt Shepard holding down a heavy rhythmic backbone and Laney Barnett’s violin and vocals rounding out the sound, creating emotion.
There is a story and emotion hidden within each track. The EP opens with “Don’t Start a War,” which opens contemplatively, begging for peace rather than war. The title track, “The Noticer,” exudes a sense of awareness and the beauty of watching life unfold. “The Rain Song” features a soothing, near-meditative vibe.
With a hopeful reflection, “The Road Isn’t as Long as It Seems” is about perspective and perseverance. “Her Song” is pretty much a musical love letter, and “Kyle” is defined by its character-driven narrative. With “The Weather Report,” the change of feeling is reflected, while “Scars “ and “Strawberry Fields” hint at memories and softening imagery. “All in Good Time” concludes the record patiently, a soothing sigh of comfort. “The Noticer” is a reflective album with a soft reminder that sometimes the smallest moments mean the most.
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