Four Rooms is an intimate new project from composer Juliet Palmer, mixing audio collage with song, delicately sculpted melody and field recordings. Mingling together distant dreams and quotidian rituals, Four Rooms connects us through the unexpected sounds of our domestic lives. Sonic collages conjure new shared spaces — real and imaginary, fantastical and everyday. Each room opens our ears to a fresh sonic snapshot: the kitchen’s daily grind of coffee and tea, gushes of water and bursts of steam; the … Continue reading “A conversation between inside and outside, inspired by our longing for home”
W.B. Yeats’ “HE WISHES FOR THE CLOTHES OF HEAVEN”
Posted on September 7, 2024September 7, 2024Categories Music Leave a comment on W.B. Yeats’ “HE WISHES FOR THE CLOTHES OF HEAVEN”Second single and video from Lisa Reagan’s WHAT WE NEED IS HERE To be released September 20 Lisa Reagan’s singular album WHAT WE NEED IS HERE, which marries her original music and vocals to the words of her favorite poets, opened a new area of expression in her musical arsenal. “He Wishes For The Cloths Of Heaven,” the second single and video to be released from the album, identifies and mirrors the honest and vulnerable imagery of William Butler Yeats’ poem to his … Continue reading “W.B. Yeats’ “HE WISHES FOR THE CLOTHES OF HEAVEN””
Radhika Vekaria’s Heart-Opening Album ‘Warriors of Light’ Transforms Pain into Power
Posted on August 16, 2024August 16, 2024Categories Music Leave a comment on Radhika Vekaria’s Heart-Opening Album ‘Warriors of Light’ Transforms Pain into Power“Warriors of Light” Combines Sanskrit, Tamil, and English to Blend Vedic Tradition with Innovation, Exploring Universal Themes of Yearning, Struggle, and Inner Peace In a world where battles are fought both visibly and invisibly, Radhika Vekaria’s album “Warriors of Light” emerges as a beacon of hope and transformation. This powerful collection of ancient mantras and soulful melodies invites listeners to look within and embark on a profound journey from darkness to light. Through “Warriors of Light,” the award-winning multi-instrumentalist and … Continue reading “Radhika Vekaria’s Heart-Opening Album ‘Warriors of Light’ Transforms Pain into Power”
A QUIET REVOLUTION
Posted on July 23, 2024July 23, 2024Categories Music Leave a comment on A QUIET REVOLUTIONFilmmaker Tal Skloot announces a new documentary – in production – chronicling the sounds and significance of Windham Hill Records Artists speak on record; film links music and mood; campaign live on Kickstarter In the 1980’s, as the Digital Revolution took hold, and things began moving faster, most contemporary music got louder. Punk shouted lyrics in angry voices, and disco filled dance clubs with thunderous beats. Meanwhile – in the thick of it in Palo Alto, CA – a carpenter named … Continue reading “A QUIET REVOLUTION”
Returning to Abbey Road Studios, Ed Bazel Records and Releases The London Sessions: New Perspectives from Studio 2 in both Stereo & Immersive Formats
Posted on June 26, 2024June 26, 2024Categories Music Leave a comment on Returning to Abbey Road Studios, Ed Bazel Records and Releases The London Sessions: New Perspectives from Studio 2 in both Stereo & Immersive FormatsLighter, brighter and in Spatial Audio: Bazel’s follow up album packs a few new surprises for fans. Contemporary pianist Ed Bazel has more to share from Abbey Road Studios through his latest release, The London Sessions: New Perspectives from Studio 2, available now in digital, immersive and CD formats. The album features nine original compositions, plus covers of John Lennon’s “Imagine,” and a heart-wrenching rendition of “The Long and Winding Road” by The Beatles. Bazel releases this collection as an expansion on his musical perspectives shared in … Continue reading “Returning to Abbey Road Studios, Ed Bazel Records and Releases The London Sessions: New Perspectives from Studio 2 in both Stereo & Immersive Formats”
Going Solo, David Franklin Announces Sixth Instrumental Album
Posted on June 13, 2024June 13, 2024Categories Music Leave a comment on Going Solo, David Franklin Announces Sixth Instrumental AlbumOne Day in Spring Self-taught composer and multi-instrumentalist David Franklin embarks on a solo endeavor by releasing his latest instrumental album, One Day In Spring, as a collection of piano improvisations and interpretations on the spring season. It is available worldwide on most Digital Streaming Platforms (DSPs) and Bandcamp, where it is part of the artist’s 6-album discography special offer. Listen on your platform of choice: https://davidfranklin.hearnow.com/ Franklin reportedly recorded this album unplanned, in one morning on a single sitting. He says, “I woke up, and … Continue reading “Going Solo, David Franklin Announces Sixth Instrumental Album”
PIONEERING MULTI-FACETED MUSICIAN DIANE ARKENSTONE SET TO RELEASE 25-YEAR RETROSPECTIVE COLLECTION THE ESSENTIAL DIANE ARKENSTONE
Posted on May 18, 2024May 18, 2024Categories Music Leave a comment on PIONEERING MULTI-FACETED MUSICIAN DIANE ARKENSTONE SET TO RELEASE 25-YEAR RETROSPECTIVE COLLECTION THE ESSENTIAL DIANE ARKENSTONEAVAILABLE DIGITALLY ON NEO PACIFICA RECORDINGS AND ON CD ON EVERSOUND RECORD COMPANY MAY 3 Listen to the Full Album here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLU92K-m5ihy-nhsAO-VQPmHavKktjMpJl “Diane Arkenstone is undoubtedly one of the finest New Age music artists of all times. Her soothing, mood-elevating compositions and performances have had a great impact on the genre’s evolution. (She) is a genuine New Age music icon, and The Essential bears proof of that.” BT Fasmer New Age Music Guide Diane Arkenstone, a pioneering musician and label owner who has explored a wide … Continue reading “PIONEERING MULTI-FACETED MUSICIAN DIANE ARKENSTONE SET TO RELEASE 25-YEAR RETROSPECTIVE COLLECTION THE ESSENTIAL DIANE ARKENSTONE”
DEUTER Unites Classical New Age and Subtle Electronics In New Reflective Album: KOMOREBI – Sunlight Through Trees
Posted on May 9, 2024May 9, 2024Categories Music Leave a comment on DEUTER Unites Classical New Age and Subtle Electronics In New Reflective Album: KOMOREBI – Sunlight Through TreesRenowned new age instrumentalist and composer Deuter (pronounced DOI-TUR) announces a new album titled Komorebi – Sunlight Through Trees, adding to his legacy as a pioneer of the New Age music movement. The album features seven original compositions of primarily classical new age instrumentals with electronic touches. The pre-sale is on now, with the album’s sixth track, “Anemoi” (pronounced Anee-moi) live on Bandcamp, Amazon Music and iTunes, available for fans to experience Deuter’s latest creation. Komorebi – Sunlight Through Trees releases worldwide on May 17, 2024, joining Deuter’s impressive discography of over 60 albums. Deuter’s music … Continue reading “DEUTER Unites Classical New Age and Subtle Electronics In New Reflective Album: KOMOREBI – Sunlight Through Trees”
One Night Only! DARK SKY ALLIANCE Live Chat with Fans and Media on a BANDCAMP Listening Party
Posted on May 9, 2024May 9, 2024Categories Music Leave a comment on One Night Only! DARK SKY ALLIANCE Live Chat with Fans and Media on a BANDCAMP Listening PartySpotted Peccary Music to host the group — Jerry Marotta, Rupert Greenall, David Helping and Eric “the” Taylor — and fans for a complete listen of their highly-anticipated album INTERDWELL. The album is slated for release on May 17, 2024. Tonight, Dark Sky Alliance will gather to reveal their forthcoming album in its entirety on a Bandcamp Listening Party while live chatting with fans and media. The group signed to independent record label Spotted Peccary Music earlier this spring, and to date have introduced the singles … Continue reading “One Night Only! DARK SKY ALLIANCE Live Chat with Fans and Media on a BANDCAMP Listening Party”
DARK SKY ALLIANCE SIGNS WITH SPOTTED PECCARY MUSIC
Posted on March 21, 2024March 21, 2024Categories Music Leave a comment on DARK SKY ALLIANCE SIGNS WITH SPOTTED PECCARY MUSICAnnouncing an exciting addition to the ambient-electronic-acoustic music scene, award-winning record label Spotted Peccary Music reveals that the new music group’s debut album will be available this May. Spotted Peccary Music, a leading independent record label specializing in electronic and ambient music, is pleased to announce the signing of Dark Sky Alliance to the label for future music releases. Their debut album release “Interdwell” drops May 17, 2024, with an early single arriving on April 5, 2024. Dark Sky Alliance is a … Continue reading “DARK SKY ALLIANCE SIGNS WITH SPOTTED PECCARY MUSIC”
DAVID HELPLING and JON JENKINS COLLAB!
Posted on March 15, 2024March 15, 2024Categories Music Leave a comment on DAVID HELPLING and JON JENKINS COLLAB!Radio hosts are buzzing about “A TREASURED WORLD” the surprise single released by SPOTTED PECCARY MUSIC. Spotted Peccary Music announces the long-anticipated return of the popular epic-ambient duo David Helpling & Jon Jenkins with the new single A TREASURED WORLD, now available worldwide. Ten years after the completion of their genre-defining trilogy of cinematic ambient albums, David Helpling and Jon Jenkins are back with the stunning new single, A TREASURED WORLD. On March 8th, the duo revealed that they have been … Continue reading “DAVID HELPLING and JON JENKINS COLLAB!”
Spotted Peccary Music announces a Bandcamp Listening Party and Live Chat with Rudy Adrian
Posted on March 5, 2024March 6, 2024Categories Music Leave a comment on Spotted Peccary Music announces a Bandcamp Listening Party and Live Chat with Rudy AdrianThursday March 21st at 5 pm PST Coming up on March 22, 2024, long-established Spotted Peccary Music artist Rudy Adrian delivers his latest masterpiece of calming, atmospheric soundscapes titled Reflections on a Moonlit Lake, an echo of his landmark album MOONWATER. Pre-ordering is available now. As a special 30-day promotion, a limited edition CD of MoonWater will be included for free with physical shipments of Reflections on a Moonlit Lake, available exclusively through Bandcamp and the Spotted Peccary Music web store at https://spottedpeccary.com/shop/reflections-on-a-moonlit-lake/ Vividly rendered and … Continue reading “Spotted Peccary Music announces a Bandcamp Listening Party and Live Chat with Rudy Adrian”
Remembering the Past and Honoring the Present: Deborah Martin & Erik Wøllo Release KINISHBA
Posted on February 15, 2024February 21, 2024Categories Music Leave a comment on Remembering the Past and Honoring the Present: Deborah Martin & Erik Wøllo Release KINISHBASpotted Peccary Music To Kick Off KINISHBA with Bandcamp Listening Party and Live Chat with Martin & Wollo on Thursday February 15th, 2024. “Kinishba became for us a pathway of continuing to honor the Apache and American Indian culture. These profound insights and deep experiences will always be a part of us, melding into these enduring legacies.” – Deborah Martin Spotted Peccary artists Deborah Martin and Erik Wøllo reunite with their daring and vibrant release, Kinishba, the follow-up to their … Continue reading “Remembering the Past and Honoring the Present: Deborah Martin & Erik Wøllo Release KINISHBA”
CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA TO PREMIERE LOWELL LIEBERMANN’S FLUTE CONCERTO NO 2
Posted on February 14, 2024February 14, 2024Categories Music Leave a comment on CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA TO PREMIERE LOWELL LIEBERMANN’S FLUTE CONCERTO NO 2Program To Feature Conductor Susanna Mälkki and CSO’s Principal Flutist Stefán Ragnar Höskuldsson The Chicago Symphony Orchestra, led by the charismatic Finnish conductor Susanna Mälkki, will perform the world premiere of GRAMMY Award-nominated American composer Lowell Liebermann’s Flute Concerto No. 2 on March 21, 2024 at Symphony Center (220 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60604). In the newly commissioned work The Chicago Symphony’s will feature the soloist, principal flutist Stefán Ragnar Höskuldsson, to whom the composition is dedicated. The program … Continue reading “CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA TO PREMIERE LOWELL LIEBERMANN’S FLUTE CONCERTO NO 2”
Carla Patullo, Tonality and the Scorchio Quartet Make GRAMMY® History
Posted on February 7, 2024February 7, 2024Categories Music Leave a comment on Carla Patullo, Tonality and the Scorchio Quartet Make GRAMMY® HistoryAs the First LGBTQ+ Artists to Win for Best New Age, Ambient or Chant Album Carla Patullo Dedicates this GRAMMY® to Pioneering Women in Experimental Cancer Trials Renowned film composer and multi-instrumentalist, Carla Patullo, has secured her first GRAMMY® win at the 66th Annual GRAMMY® Awards for “SO SHE HOWLS” in the category of Best New Age, Ambient or Chant Album. Making history, Patullo, along with Tonality and the Scorchio Quartet, became the first LGBTQ+ artists to clinch victory in this esteemed category. “SO … Continue reading “Carla Patullo, Tonality and the Scorchio Quartet Make GRAMMY® History”
A BUSY NEW YEAR FOR RELAXING MUSIC
Posted on January 27, 2024January 27, 2024Categories Music Leave a comment on A BUSY NEW YEAR FOR RELAXING MUSICEd Bazel kicks off 2024 with exciting nominations and upcoming performances. Award-winning pianist and composer Ed Bazel starts the new year with many triumphs. His emotive music was featured in The Beacon House Association of San Pedro’s documentary, Heart Of Recovery, which recently won three Award of Excellence honors in the Best Shorts Competition for the following categories: Documentary Short, Women Filmmakers, and Nonprofit/Fundraising. Heart Of Recovery raises awareness and funds to help men overcome addiction to alcohol and other … Continue reading “A BUSY NEW YEAR FOR RELAXING MUSIC”
The After: Carlos Dengler’s Reflection on Life, Timelessness and Ethereality
Posted on December 24, 2023December 24, 2023Categories Music Leave a comment on The After: Carlos Dengler’s Reflection on Life, Timelessness and EtherealityNYC-based composer and multi-instrumentalist Carlos Dengler wraps up the year with a mesmerizing and transcendent new album, The After, which explores the process of transfiguration and spiritual journey from the earth’s soil to the afterlife. Through its refreshing spiritual exploration and wide range of instrumental tones and textures, the new compositions on The After invoke reverent, uplifting and dreamy experiences in listeners. The opening track, “Extremophile,” opens the doorway to a new world filled with interlocking melodic phrases that keep getting stronger and continue … Continue reading “The After: Carlos Dengler’s Reflection on Life, Timelessness and Ethereality”
Soul Land Records to release “Love Serve Remember: Reimagined”
Posted on November 14, 2023November 14, 2023Categories Music Leave a comment on Soul Land Records to release “Love Serve Remember: Reimagined”Due Out: December 7, 2023 Featured Single with Music Video: “Heart Song” by Ram Dass x John Pattern Available across platforms here. Soul Land Records announces a new compilation; Love Serve Remember: Reimagined out December 7 – a collection of new Ram Dass songs and musical renderings in collaboration with musicians The Human Experience, Liquid Bloom, and John Pattern. The tracks collectively celebrate the 50th anniversary of an expansive collection of Ram Dass radio conversations, readings, and music that first … Continue reading “Soul Land Records to release “Love Serve Remember: Reimagined””
Ruiqi Wang (王睿琪)–Subduing the Silence
Posted on November 2, 2023November 2, 2023Categories Music Leave a comment on Ruiqi Wang (王睿琪)–Subduing the SilenceOut: October 27th, 2023 on Orchard of Pomegranates (CD/DL)Genres: Vocal Jazz, Free Jazz, ExperimentalRIYL: Annette Peacock, Sidsel Endresen, Cymin Samawatie, Theo Bleckmann, Jay Clayton RUIQI WANG — WEB | VIDEO EPKORCHARD OF POMEGRANATES WEB | BANDCAMP STREAM & DOWNLOAD* HERE * for .AIF downloads, click “More formats and options” at top right Subduing the Silence by Ruiqi Wang (pronounced “ray-chee wong”) is one of those striking debuts that might just seem to have materialized out of the clear blue. Slated for release on celebrated Montréal musician Ayelet Rose Gottlieb‘s new imprint Orchard of Pomegranates, it weaves … Continue reading “Ruiqi Wang (王睿琪)–Subduing the Silence”
Award-winning Electronic Musician AeTopus Releases His Eighth Album, Cup, Making His Debut on the Spotted Peccary Music Label
Posted on October 21, 2023October 21, 2023Categories Music Leave a comment on Award-winning Electronic Musician AeTopus Releases His Eighth Album, Cup, Making His Debut on the Spotted Peccary Music LabelNamed for the Zen parable of the Broken Cup, which teaches acceptance in the face of misfortune, Cup is a new album of solitude and celebration by veteran electronic music artist AeTopus (Bryan Tewell Hughes), and it is his first release on the Spotted Peccary Music label. With this new album, AeTopus continues to evolve as an artist, capturing the calm and wildness of the forest in thirteen tracks of complex serenity, suggesting the solace found when, divested from external … Continue reading “Award-winning Electronic Musician AeTopus Releases His Eighth Album, Cup, Making His Debut on the Spotted Peccary Music Label”