About Life, Time and Emergency – Francois Simitchiev (Video)
François Simitchiev, a classically trained double bassist, explores the pathways between contemporary and minimalist, ambient and electronic music. He composes pieces in which he experiments with the sound of the double bass, the fusion of technology and the organic.
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“Unicorn” is a beautiful uplifting blend of haunting melodies that will make you feel like riding a spaceship. The composition fuses soul, Hip hop together, with electronics ingredients as well._
Firas Matar – Sunrise Sunset Blend (Spotify)
Bringing tunes from the east and the west together in a perfect harmony.
Blending the two together, creating a great musical smoothie.
Virginio Aiello – Sunrise of a New Day (Spotify)
Virginio Aiello graduated in Piano and Jazz Music at the Conservatory "S. Giacomantonio" of Cosenza (Italy) and in 2007 he followed with honors the MA Degree in Jazz composition majors. He has won numerous competitions including the first prize at the Piano Competition "City of Castellaneta" and the second prize in the piano competitions "AMA Calabria" and "Città di Terzo". He is a professor of piano at the Secondary Schools, First Degree (Music). He is still a most varied guest in television and radio broadcasts such as Rai Radio 3, Radio Velours Tango in Paris, Radio Swiss Jazz (Switzerland). He has worked on many musical projects, ranging from classical to contemporary, from jazz to tango, performing in Italy with various musicians. In 2015 he published “El Barrio” with the Sertango Quartet, a recording made of original classical “Tango Nuevo” tracks, which achieved a great feedback both from audience and critics and that was even mentioned by the periodical “Musica Jazz” as one of the best recordings of 2015. In 2019 Virginio Aiello released "Piano Songs For Children", a project linked to the book "55 Pezzi Facilissimi per Pianoforte" an educational book of easy piano songs for children. He has published the following books: Metodo Pratico Di Pianoforte Jazz Complementare; The Jazz Accordion Complete Book; Piano Works Vol. 1; Tecnica Moderna Per Pianoforte (Pop & Jazz); The Modern Accordion Technique; Il Pianista Accompagnatore; 55 Pezzi Facilissimi Per Pianoforte.
Matthew Jontiff – Just Listen. (Spotify)
Just Listen is an instrumental from Matthew Jontiff's debut mixtape, 20:20. Matthew played all instruments, recorded, and mixed this song, and the rest of the 20:20 mixtape on his own in his home studio. It is Hip-Hop and Beat inspired, as Matthew was listening to A Tribe Called Quest, Mac Miller's Swimming, and Tom Misch very frequently around the time of recording. A few simple production techniques, like reverse guitar and pre-delayed reverb help make this track unique. The multiple layers flow well together and develop as the song moves along. This song is relaxed and can be listened to critically or casually. Enjoy!
John Spanos – Absence (Spotify)
John Spanos new release creates an ambient dramatic cinematic scenery. "Absence" has atmospheric crying strings that drives you into nostalgia.
Exenye – Korax (Spotify)
Melodic straight techno track, ready for the dance floor
VIUS – Neon Dream (Spotify)
When people encounter the word "Cyberpunk," they tend to imagine a vast sprawling metropolis with towering skyscrapers, neon signs glowing from every angle, and an entire society dominated by the technological advancements of its time. These are the kind of scenes that inspired this track.
Nagamag:
What are the genres that describe better your music style?
Kirsten Agresta Copely:
New Age, Ambient, Neoclassical
Nagamag:
Few words about your musical background and career?
Kirsten Agresta Copely:
KIRSTEN AGRESTA COPELY is a harpist, composer, and arranger that has made music in four continents for heads of state, in blockbuster movie soundtracks, alongside Billboard 100 artists, on late night television, with the most recognized symphony orchestras in the world. Her first album as composer, Around the Sun, will be released in January 2020. Steeped in rigorous classical training, Copely’s performance career began at an early age: by fourteen, she performed a full solo tour of the British Isles, and continued to gain attention in the classical world by winning Bronze Medal in the 1st USA International Harp Competition, debuting as concerto soloist at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center soon after. While she maintains a heavy classical schedule—she serves as Principal Harpist with the Mostly Mozart Festival Orchestra at Lincoln Center —Copely has also garnered a reputation as the pop industry’s go-to harpist, culminating with a performance alongside Beyoncé at the second official White House State Dinner for President Barack Obama. Other live engagements include appearances on Saturday Night Live, Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and the MET Gala; in studio, she has recorded with greats like Lionel Richie and has performed in numerous video game, television, and movie soundtracks.
Nagamag:
Do you remember your first connection of love to music that was the right impact to be a music artist now?
Kirsten Agresta Copely:
Music has been an integral part of my life since I was a child; I began playing the harp when I was five years old. I have always made my living as a musician which is something I'm very proud of.
Nagamag:
How did you get started playing with so many iconic pop artists?
Kirsten Agresta Copely:
I was hand picked to play with Kanye West at Live 8 which led to many more performances with Jay Z, John Legend, Enya, Evanescence and more. Ultimately the performances grew increasingly illustrious, and culminated in a performance with Beyoncé at the second official White House State Dinner for President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and Mexican President Felipe Calderón - a true "gig of life."
Nagamag:
'Around the Sun' is billed as an album of new age and ambient music. What was your inspiration for wanting to write and record music in this genre?
Kirsten Agresta Copely:
A lot of the compositions I was writing were naturally minimalistic in style and led easily into being more defined by ambient soundscapes. It was a perfect opportunity to collaborate with my husband, Marc, who has lots of experience playing ambient guitar on TV/film soundtracks. We both love the work of Brian Eno and Harold Budd (pioneers of the ambient genre) so he creatively designed the supporting complimentary layers. There isn’t a single keyboard effect on the album; just solo harp recorded in a classical style with sonic treatments.
Nagamag:
Most artists have a favorite song from a different music genre than the one they are producing music for... Which is yours?
Kirsten Agresta Copely:
Queen "Hammer to Fall"
Nagamag:
Of Course Nagamag would love to listen also which track from a similar artist you admire?
Kirsten Agresta Copely:
Brian Eno & Harold Budd "Late October"
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Henry F Brown III – Aura of an Angel (Spotify)
This single is an energetic retro synthwave song that is fun, and enjoyable. The feel is like being on a dance floor then finding someone that seems to be an angel with a devilish side illusion of sweetness.