and a new Great Parallel Worlds 'Shade' (DiN32) Album short review, from the US 'Electronic Musician' Magazine, May Issue:
http://emusician.com/artists_interviews ... track-may/
www.DiN.org.uk
KVR member releases - GOSSIP
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- KVRist
- 374 posts since 7 Sep, 2005 from Greece
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- KVRist
- 374 posts since 7 Sep, 2005 from Greece
more great reviews of Parallel Worlds 'Shade' (DiN32) album:
review in the German CUE-MIX web magazine:
http://www.cuemix-magazine.com/cuemix/i ... image=1104
a small extract:
"..."Shade" is a brilliant album - tracks like "Mutating Realities" or "Urgency", just to name two of my favourites, owns such a deep atmosphere I never heard before. Bakis owns two roles - a brilliant musician and a genius storyteller - by using such wonderful sounds.
Shade will be one of the most essential electronic albums 2009 - that's for sure!"
review in 'Guts Of Darkness' web magazine:
http://www.gutsofdarkness.com/god/objet.php?objet=12038
rating 5 out of 6.
www.din.org.uk
review in the German CUE-MIX web magazine:
http://www.cuemix-magazine.com/cuemix/i ... image=1104
a small extract:
"..."Shade" is a brilliant album - tracks like "Mutating Realities" or "Urgency", just to name two of my favourites, owns such a deep atmosphere I never heard before. Bakis owns two roles - a brilliant musician and a genius storyteller - by using such wonderful sounds.
Shade will be one of the most essential electronic albums 2009 - that's for sure!"
review in 'Guts Of Darkness' web magazine:
http://www.gutsofdarkness.com/god/objet.php?objet=12038
rating 5 out of 6.
www.din.org.uk
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- KVRist
- 374 posts since 7 Sep, 2005 from Greece
a new great review of the Parallel Worlds 'Shade' (DiN32) cd album have been posted in the Side-Line magazine:
http://www.side-line.com/reviews_commen ... 7_0_17_0_C
www.DiN.org.uk
http://www.side-line.com/reviews_commen ... 7_0_17_0_C
www.DiN.org.uk
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- KVRAF
- 7356 posts since 9 Jan, 2003 from Saint Louis MO
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- KVRist
- 374 posts since 7 Sep, 2005 from Greece
a new Parallel Worlds 'Shade' (DiN32) album review from Arlequins.it:
http://www.arlequins.it/pagine/articoli ... sp?ch=4150
in Italian...
www.DiN.org.uk
http://www.arlequins.it/pagine/articoli ... sp?ch=4150
in Italian...
www.DiN.org.uk
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- KVRist
- 374 posts since 7 Sep, 2005 from Greece
a new Parallel Worlds 'Shade' (DiN32) cd album review:
album review from Dieter Doepfer of Doepfer Musikelektronik:
"I listened to your new album several times during my short vacation.
Definitely a masterpiece of modern electronic music and a pleasure to track
your musical changes during the last few years from "Insight" via "Far Away
Light" and "Obsessive Surrealism" to "Shade". It's kind of a musical
evolution of your compositorial creativity that comes closer and closer to
my personal liking. From my personal view you have developed to a really
brilliant musician during these years! It's difficult to pick out a
favorite song from the new album. Whenever I listen to it there are new
aspects of each song I wasn't aware before. But I think the theme song Shade
is outstanding and that's probably why the album got that name. My other
favorites are Frightening Frontiers and Urgency. But this may change if I
listen to the album again and again as I find new aspects during each
passage that may change my mind.
In any case: outstanding stuff and keep up the excellent work. And I hope
our A-100 system will continue to be a good partner for this job.
Best wishes
Dieter Doepfer"
album review from Dieter Doepfer of Doepfer Musikelektronik:
"I listened to your new album several times during my short vacation.
Definitely a masterpiece of modern electronic music and a pleasure to track
your musical changes during the last few years from "Insight" via "Far Away
Light" and "Obsessive Surrealism" to "Shade". It's kind of a musical
evolution of your compositorial creativity that comes closer and closer to
my personal liking. From my personal view you have developed to a really
brilliant musician during these years! It's difficult to pick out a
favorite song from the new album. Whenever I listen to it there are new
aspects of each song I wasn't aware before. But I think the theme song Shade
is outstanding and that's probably why the album got that name. My other
favorites are Frightening Frontiers and Urgency. But this may change if I
listen to the album again and again as I find new aspects during each
passage that may change my mind.
In any case: outstanding stuff and keep up the excellent work. And I hope
our A-100 system will continue to be a good partner for this job.
Best wishes
Dieter Doepfer"
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- Banned
- 18651 posts since 2 Oct, 2001 from England
a remix i did a few months back:
http://www.djdownload.com/mp3-detail/Ei ... ess/651012
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kriminals-Brigh ... &sr=102-12
http://www.djdownload.com/mp3-detail/Ei ... ess/651012
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kriminals-Brigh ... &sr=102-12
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- KVRian
- 664 posts since 29 Nov, 2002 from Bury St. Edmunds, England
Jeff Caylor's (Plunge) 2nd CD is out now, check out:
www.jeffcaylor.com
And there should be a little project following shortly on from that...Hopefully to be released on the 30th June! Click on my myspace page link below to hear some new tracks!
www.jeffcaylor.com
And there should be a little project following shortly on from that...Hopefully to be released on the 30th June! Click on my myspace page link below to hear some new tracks!
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- KVRist
- 374 posts since 7 Sep, 2005 from Greece
Parallel Worlds 'Shade' (DiN32) album review from electroambientspace webmag:
It's not hard to see why Ian Boddy likes Parallel Worlds aka Bakis Sirros. Quirky, darkly aggressive tracks abound, sounding very much like the sort of compositions Boddy himself creates. Shade occupies the same sonic territory as Bakis' previous DiN release Obsessive Surrealism. This is shadowy, moody music that you can tap your toes to, as on "Frightening Frontiers." If Otso Parikinen were to restrain his experimental leanings a bit more, the result would be quite similar to this I would think. Even more moving is "Mutating Realities," although the dance-friendly beat disappears abruptly a couple minutes before it ends. At that point it turns into very minimal ambient, nearly silent in fact. It's a surprising turn but the effect is cool nonetheless. "Compulsive Mechanics" sounds like machines gone haywire, but with a nifty groove running through it. The emphasis is on unique melodies and unusual sounds and beats. Dynamic rhythmically throughout, there are a couple of beatless sections here and there, but never for very long. The title track is exceptional, as is the dramatic piano-tinged "Towards", both playing like newly discovered pieces from industrial Berlin school masters Node. Sirros has finely honed his craft, fully coming into his own with this album.
Phil Derby / www.electroambientspace.com
www.DiN.org.uk
It's not hard to see why Ian Boddy likes Parallel Worlds aka Bakis Sirros. Quirky, darkly aggressive tracks abound, sounding very much like the sort of compositions Boddy himself creates. Shade occupies the same sonic territory as Bakis' previous DiN release Obsessive Surrealism. This is shadowy, moody music that you can tap your toes to, as on "Frightening Frontiers." If Otso Parikinen were to restrain his experimental leanings a bit more, the result would be quite similar to this I would think. Even more moving is "Mutating Realities," although the dance-friendly beat disappears abruptly a couple minutes before it ends. At that point it turns into very minimal ambient, nearly silent in fact. It's a surprising turn but the effect is cool nonetheless. "Compulsive Mechanics" sounds like machines gone haywire, but with a nifty groove running through it. The emphasis is on unique melodies and unusual sounds and beats. Dynamic rhythmically throughout, there are a couple of beatless sections here and there, but never for very long. The title track is exceptional, as is the dramatic piano-tinged "Towards", both playing like newly discovered pieces from industrial Berlin school masters Node. Sirros has finely honed his craft, fully coming into his own with this album.
Phil Derby / www.electroambientspace.com
www.DiN.org.uk
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- KVRist
- 374 posts since 7 Sep, 2005 from Greece
Parallel Worlds 'Shade' (DiN32) album review from Sonic Curiosity webmag:
PARALLEL WORLDS: Shade (CD on DiN) www.DiN.org.uk
This release from 2009 offers 63 minutes of sinuous electronic music.
Parallel Worlds is Bakis Sirros (with help from John Sirros).
While keyboards play a vital role here, a majority of the music's charm lies in the inventive use of effects and pulsating tones (both in forefront and foundational application).
The electronics display a remarkable flow, generating lavish streams that defy gravity and indulge in a form of dynamics akin to oil in water. Bewitching sounds spill with adroit abandon, establishing sultry riffs that shimmer like electrified honey. Textural elements peer through as a vaporous foundation that excellently matches the overall temperament of the music's thematic nucleus.
The keyboard-driven chords adhere things together, conjoining harmonic oscillations with more melodic pulsations. This gentle union possesses a distinct gentility that borders on astral mesmerization while retaining an oomph that captivates the listener.
Rhythms abound, but they are usually of electronic origin, tempos born of looped non-impact sounds. This percussive definition tends to ooze through the mix instead of pounding with demonstrative residence.
The compositions make ample use of the alluring conjunction of novel sounds, all propelled by sinuous keyboards and nickering rhythmics. Sirros has found a way to harness ilbient elements and apply them in a graceful fashion that produces melodies of rippling appeal. The result is highly gregarious and extremely tantalizing.
Matt Howarth / Sonic Curiosity
http://www.soniccuriosity.com/sc398.htm
PARALLEL WORLDS: Shade (CD on DiN) www.DiN.org.uk
This release from 2009 offers 63 minutes of sinuous electronic music.
Parallel Worlds is Bakis Sirros (with help from John Sirros).
While keyboards play a vital role here, a majority of the music's charm lies in the inventive use of effects and pulsating tones (both in forefront and foundational application).
The electronics display a remarkable flow, generating lavish streams that defy gravity and indulge in a form of dynamics akin to oil in water. Bewitching sounds spill with adroit abandon, establishing sultry riffs that shimmer like electrified honey. Textural elements peer through as a vaporous foundation that excellently matches the overall temperament of the music's thematic nucleus.
The keyboard-driven chords adhere things together, conjoining harmonic oscillations with more melodic pulsations. This gentle union possesses a distinct gentility that borders on astral mesmerization while retaining an oomph that captivates the listener.
Rhythms abound, but they are usually of electronic origin, tempos born of looped non-impact sounds. This percussive definition tends to ooze through the mix instead of pounding with demonstrative residence.
The compositions make ample use of the alluring conjunction of novel sounds, all propelled by sinuous keyboards and nickering rhythmics. Sirros has found a way to harness ilbient elements and apply them in a graceful fashion that produces melodies of rippling appeal. The result is highly gregarious and extremely tantalizing.
Matt Howarth / Sonic Curiosity
http://www.soniccuriosity.com/sc398.htm
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- KVRian
- 930 posts since 20 Mar, 2005 from Newcastle, UK
Over at Kara-Moon Auditorium we recently finished off a project which has been running for about a year now.
The aim of the project was to make an album of collabs between forum members on the topic of Respect.
This being respect of our planet and it's peoples.
The 21 track album is now available as a free download in both MP3 and OGG Vorbis formats.
The download also contains a descriptive PDF brochure which gives the stories behind the songs along with biogs and info about the performers.
This is quite an eclectic mix of musical styles, some of which may not suit you, but there is definitely something for everyone.
Please check it out.
It is fantastic value and may even inspire you to come along for a visit to kara-moon.com to see for yourself what goes on there.
download here :
http://www.kara-moon.com/download_freeb ... ad_id=4811 for MP3
http://www.kara-moon.com/download_freeb ... ad_id=4812 for OGG
Enjoy .... and please comment !!
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New Updated music site at - http://www.fraserology.com/music/
New Updated music site at - http://www.fraserology.com/music/
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- angelboy
- 4586 posts since 21 Aug, 2001 from Larnaca, Cyprus
You can download the .rar of my new EP, Aerial and Trail here:
http://rapidshare.com/files/247190440/A ... ail_EP.rar
If you want a CD version let me know, we'll figure something out!
Contains a .txt with a "making-of"
and a cover .jpg. Enjoy.
Last edited by TristezaOrange on Mon Jun 22, 2009 10:11 am, edited 1 time in total.
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- KVRist
- 374 posts since 7 Sep, 2005 from Greece
Parallel Worlds 'Shade'(DiN32) cd album new Great Review from Sound Proector website:
http://www.soundproector.com/?cat=reviews&id=207
and a small extract of the review:
"Shade to my pure personal opinion, can already be considered one of the best albums of 2009. There is few such incredible, tangible music nowadays, one must literally "separate the wheat from the chaff". Here is no run-of-the-mill track, each composition is a piece of mosaics, if you gather it you will get a perfect picture."
www.DiN.org.uk
http://www.soundproector.com/?cat=reviews&id=207
and a small extract of the review:
"Shade to my pure personal opinion, can already be considered one of the best albums of 2009. There is few such incredible, tangible music nowadays, one must literally "separate the wheat from the chaff". Here is no run-of-the-mill track, each composition is a piece of mosaics, if you gather it you will get a perfect picture."
www.DiN.org.uk
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- KVRist
- 374 posts since 7 Sep, 2005 from Greece
Parallel Worlds - Shade (DiN32) album review:
Fans of analog sounds will no doubt be familiar with the work of Bakis Sirros and his musical project Parallel Worlds. On previous discs Siros has demonstrated a strong technical understanding and talent for analog manipulation, and with the release of "Shade" Siros firmly establishes himself as an extraordinary sound sculptor, creating dense and lush music through sequenced patterns and highly sophisticated tonal structures and forms.
The track "Frightening Frontiers" opens the disc, a fast-paced piece that establishes a tension that can be felt throughout the release. Abrupt shifts in direction work nicely throughout the song, complementing established themes that act as a constant identifier for the listener while being moved through new locations and environments. The later track "Urgency" follows a similar form, opening with a mysterious vocal and leading into a frantic percussive rhythm where occasional tonal stabs add a particular drama to the track. Over its course, "Urgency" changes direction a couple of times, but retains a steady feeling of presence that links the different movements in a very successful way.
Siros is equally skilled in creating beautiful melodic pieces on "Shade" as well, demonstrating not only his technical proficiency, but also an impressive understanding of texture and mood. The track "Entities" is a beautiful melodic
electronic piece where layers of sound build on a steady pulsing beat to create a very appealing framework. Adding some nice arpeggios and bell sounds to the mix, Siros creates a very tastefully layered track that is quite inspired. Title track "Shade" also stands out as a particularly appealing track, beginning with a slight piano melody and gradually adding in light percussive elements and a slow drone. As the track continues the soundfield gradually opens up, gaining in complexity and sophistication, with phrases being redefined through repetition.
Listening to "Shade", I can't help but recognize Siros' immense talent and artistry. The carefully created soundscapes on this disc present him as an artist who cares deeply about detail and space within his work, who can successfully take the listener through a wide range of environments capturing multiple emotions and feelings. I've enjoyed Siros' music as Parallel Worlds for some time now, and on "Shade" he surpasses all my previous expectations and sets a new standard of excellence in my mind.
rik - ping things
http://pingthings.blogspot.com/2009/07/ ... orlds.html
www.DiN.org.uk
Fans of analog sounds will no doubt be familiar with the work of Bakis Sirros and his musical project Parallel Worlds. On previous discs Siros has demonstrated a strong technical understanding and talent for analog manipulation, and with the release of "Shade" Siros firmly establishes himself as an extraordinary sound sculptor, creating dense and lush music through sequenced patterns and highly sophisticated tonal structures and forms.
The track "Frightening Frontiers" opens the disc, a fast-paced piece that establishes a tension that can be felt throughout the release. Abrupt shifts in direction work nicely throughout the song, complementing established themes that act as a constant identifier for the listener while being moved through new locations and environments. The later track "Urgency" follows a similar form, opening with a mysterious vocal and leading into a frantic percussive rhythm where occasional tonal stabs add a particular drama to the track. Over its course, "Urgency" changes direction a couple of times, but retains a steady feeling of presence that links the different movements in a very successful way.
Siros is equally skilled in creating beautiful melodic pieces on "Shade" as well, demonstrating not only his technical proficiency, but also an impressive understanding of texture and mood. The track "Entities" is a beautiful melodic
electronic piece where layers of sound build on a steady pulsing beat to create a very appealing framework. Adding some nice arpeggios and bell sounds to the mix, Siros creates a very tastefully layered track that is quite inspired. Title track "Shade" also stands out as a particularly appealing track, beginning with a slight piano melody and gradually adding in light percussive elements and a slow drone. As the track continues the soundfield gradually opens up, gaining in complexity and sophistication, with phrases being redefined through repetition.
Listening to "Shade", I can't help but recognize Siros' immense talent and artistry. The carefully created soundscapes on this disc present him as an artist who cares deeply about detail and space within his work, who can successfully take the listener through a wide range of environments capturing multiple emotions and feelings. I've enjoyed Siros' music as Parallel Worlds for some time now, and on "Shade" he surpasses all my previous expectations and sets a new standard of excellence in my mind.
rik - ping things
http://pingthings.blogspot.com/2009/07/ ... orlds.html
www.DiN.org.uk
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- KVRian
- 930 posts since 20 Mar, 2005 from Newcastle, UK
offthewall wrote:
Over at Kara-Moon Auditorium we recently finished off a project which has been running for about a year now.
The aim of the project was to make an album of collabs between forum members on the topic of Respect.
This being respect of our planet and it's peoples.
The 21 track album is now available as a free download in both MP3 and OGG Vorbis formats.
The download also contains a descriptive PDF brochure which gives the stories behind the songs along with biogs and info about the performers.
This is quite an eclectic mix of musical styles, some of which may not suit you, but there is definitely something for everyone.
Please check it out.
It is fantastic value and may even inspire you to come along for a visit to kara-moon.com to see for yourself what goes on there.
download here :
http://www.kara-moon.com/download_freeb ... ad_id=4811 for MP3
http://www.kara-moon.com/download_freeb ... ad_id=4812 for OGG
Enjoy .... and please comment !!
Just wondering if anyone has tried this album?
Any comments?
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New Updated music site at - http://www.fraserology.com/music/
New Updated music site at - http://www.fraserology.com/music/
