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Loxy & Ink – Phoenix Rising (Video)
“Like in a dream, sweet particles of sensation broke out as if something unearthly penetrated into the soul and does not let you wake up. It’s amazing how easily that Drum & Bass rhythms can enter you in a state of trance and meditation. Present miracle!”
“Словно сквозь сон наружу вырывались сладкие частицы ощущения, будто что-то неземное проникло в душу и не даёт тебе проснуться. Поражает, насколько лёгкие ритмы drum & bass могут вводить в состояние транса и медитации. Настоящее чудо!”
-Nagamag.com
http://hyperurl.co/gr9z1p
Breakbeat titans Loxy and Ink have done nothing but bring to the table excellent sounds – soaking their gritty UK sound in a soothing warmth, ‘Phoenix Rising’ (Taken from the forthcoming E.P. ‘Manifested Visions’) hits home with undeniable force. A follow up to the hip hop track ‘Manifested Visions’, this track goes on to demonstrate the duo’s mastery of fluidity in sound. As an uncompromising drum ‘n bass pattern propels us forward, the imagination is tickled and teased; in this multiverse, the world appears shattered and beautiful, leaving it to the artist to pick up and patch the pieces. As vocal samples soar through an open sky, heavy bass keeps us grounded in reality; one that, however real it may feel, can shift shape at the blink of an eye.
Loxy
Instagram = https://www.instagram.com/loxycylon/
Soundcloud = https://soundcloud.com/loxy_x
Twitter = https://twitter.com/Loxycylon
Facebook = https://www.facebook.com/LoxyUK
Spotify = https://open.spotify.com/artist/5Cs0SJYrr8XUtlZWtkoian
Youtube = https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnGopWKdIMVEBhtBkU4QQig
Ink
Instagram = https://www.instagram.com/architexink
Soundcloud = https://soundcloud.com/architexink
Twitter = https://twitter.com/DJINKARX
Facebook = https://www.facebook.com/architexink
Spotify = https://open.spotify.com/artist/37JsC7B8cn5BkNzFrV9Px4
Youtube = https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnxTsKybaKWNACSViRR7t5Q
Amaya – Escape (Spotify)
“The multi-layeredness of this candy titled; -Escape- cannot be left without due attention. 4 minutes of measured and at the same time, dynamic and deeply emotional music is catastrophically a little. Remarkably painstaking work. Bravo!”
“Многослойность этого лакомого пирога под названием -Escape- нельзя оставить без должного внимания. 4 минуты размеренной и, в то же время, динамической и очень эмоциональной музыки это катастрофически мало. Кропотливая работа над каждой составляющей. Браво!”
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*Addressing universal issues *Finding a way to flee conflict and oppression *Sensory deprivation *Inward turmoil *Disillusionment *Uncertainty *Plagued by guilt, despair and mixed feelings
*Being trapped with the need and drive to escape into the unknown *Insecurity *Endangerment
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Arrowsmith – Nocturn – Live (Spotify)
“Sounds of the ocean combine with felted-piano and soft delay to create a luscious atmosphere of calm and reflection in this piece by Arrowsmith. Nocturn (Live) is a gentle track, perfect for taking the time to indulge in quiet contemplation or relaxation at the end of the day.
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https://www.instagram.com/arrowsmith___
Artist shared few words with Nagamag behind this inspiration:
"This is the second part to a three part release I have created. The concept behind the music was to remove the separation between my ambient captures and musical compositions by physically recording it all in the same space.
You can see from the cover photo that I put a piano on a beach in order to capture the sounds I wanted. If it is of interest to you you can also view the video that I created via the below link. https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/560284194 " - Arrowsmith
Adar Alfandari – Wonder (Spotify)
“The ideal sound palette structure. The strength and vocal range of -Adar Alfandari-, the soft melody of the acoustic guitar and the rhythm section has become the ending ingredient of this delicious dish. The splendour of music in its purest form.”
“Идеальная структура звуковой палитры. Сила и диапазон вокала -Adar Alfandari-, мягкая мелодия акустической гитары, а лёгкая ритм-секция стала завершающим ингредиентом изысканного блюда. Великолепие в чистейшем виде.”
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https://www.instagram.com/adaralfa/
https://www.facebook.com/adaralfa/
"Wonder" is the last single from debut album "Gold dust" which is planned to be out this July.
Mazoulew – Ditto (Spotify)
“Imagine yourself lying on a hill with flowers, while a little cool breeze slightly eases the head and fingertips. That general condition is comparable to full and controlled bliss. Such sensations appeard when we first heard -Ditto-. We ended up in our rule of majesty, melody and rhythm.”
“Представьте, что вы парите в вакууме. Вам немного прохладно, слегка немеет затылок и кончики пальцев, а общее состояние сравнимо с полным и подконтрольным блаженством. Именно такие ощущения нас не покидали, когда мы впервые услышали -Ditto-. Мы оказались во властвовании её величества мелодии и ритма.”
-Nagamag.com
Ditto is the debut single from Mazoulew's 'Movements EP'. A collection of works that transcend genre from Downtempo-Electronica to Ambient-Neo Classical.
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The Return – Carlos Maya – Neoclassical piano 2021 (Video)
“In our world, where music is no longer divided into specific classifications, similar as -The Return- works, create a special niche in the music industry. Smooth, harmonic piano sounds echoing in our souls, talking to us from the highest bird flight. Real panacea from any adversity.”
“В нашем мире, где музыка больше не делится на конкретные классификации, подобные произведения, как -The Return- создают особую нишу в музыкальной индустрии. Плавные, гармонические звуки пиано, словно эхо души, из самых недр разговаривает с нами с высока птичьего полёта. Настоящая панацея от любых невзгод.”
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https://carlosmaya.bandcamp.com/releases
https://www.facebook.com/carlosmayaofficial
https://www.instagram.com/carlosmayaofficial
Claire Bigley – Quieting Tremors (Spotify)
“-Quieting Tremors- resembles an emotional storm, one solid ocean whose waves travel along. Peaceful privacy can be hidden in the isolated sandy coast. Here lies a philosophical and little melancholic reflection of the eternal. The neoclassical picture appears, instead of a thousand words.”
“-Quieting Tremors- эмоциональный шторм, один сплошной океан, волны которого то накатывают, то невольно отступают. Умиротворяющее уединение у размытых, песчаных берегов и философское, немного меланхоличное размышление о вечном. Когда неоклассическое полотно вместо тысячи слов.”
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https://www.instagram.com/endlessquest4me/
A newcomer to the New Age Piano genre, Claire's music is created with the intention of calming, empowering, and nourishing the listener. Pianistic and improvisational in nature, each track is a one of a kind in musical flow.
oYYo, Aven – Eyes (Spotify)
“Listening to this track it turned instantly charming. Feel the whole depth of those Drum & Bass rhythms and understand that -Eyes- is so deep that the vibration of sound waves absorbs you from the inside.”
“Включив этот трек мгновенно очаровываешься его лёгкостью и непринужденностью. Чувствуешь всю глубину его drum & bass ритмов и понимаешь, что -Eyes- работа настолько глубокая, что вибрации звуковых волн поглощает тебя изнутри. ”
-Nagamag.com
https://www.instagram.com/lionel_flvt/
https://www.facebook.com/oyyofficial/
Blak Emoji – Swooning On You (Spotify)
“"UBlak Emoji" turned out to create a very juicy single with warm sound. In "Swooning On You", there's a romantic neo-soul touch, incredibly cozy content for an equally cozy setting.”
“У -Blak Emoji- получилось создать очень сочное и при этом ламповое звучание, которое согревает своим теплом. В -Swooning On You- много романтического neo-soul звучания, невероятно уютное содержание для не менее уютной обстановки.”
-Nagamag.com
Fronted by singer, producer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Kelsey Warren, NYC band Blak Emoji have shared their latest single, “Swooning On You”. Having built a following and received critical acclaim for their previous work over the last few years, the band’s self-produced and independently released new track is another impressive entry into their growing discography. It follows “Mechanism”, which was released earlier this year, and precedes the band’s forthcoming album due for release in October.
Playing drums since the age of 5 and guitar and piano since the age of 12, Kelsey showcases his full production range on “Swooning On You”, expertly and seamlessly blending together R&B, soul, electronic and pop – i.e. all the sounds he was immersed in throughout his childhood growing up in South Jersey – with a fresh and modern twist. “I was working on this beat in Logic on and off for a few weeks”, says Kelsey. “I had the drum pattern and bassline down but went back and forth experimenting with sounds and ambient textures for quite a while.
“The lyrics were inspired by a recent conversation, and once the lyrical lightbulb turned on, the melody came out of nowhere. I completed the music, recorded the vocals in a day, put it all together and mixed it. The song describes a 'love at first connection' vibe. That feeling you have when you relate to a person instantly without explanation.”
Having carved out their own lane with a unique sound and style, “Swooning On You” looks set to continue the band’s impressive rise. And with more new music to be unveiled in the coming months in the lead-up to their anticipated new album, they are undoubtedly an act to watch out for over the next year. “Swooning On You” is available to buy/stream now on all platforms: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/blakemoji/swooning-on-you
Live dates: Rockwood Music Hall, 2/10/21
https://www.seetickets.us/event/Blak-Emoji/433501
https://www.instagram.com/blak.emoji/
https://www.facebook.com/blakemoji
https://twitter.com/BlakEmoji
https://www.blakemoji.com/
Aija Alsiņa – I Hope You Live (Official Performance Video) (Video)
“A miracle is to create good and push the boundaries of your consciousness. Miracle – it’s walking along the coast and feel the smell of the sea. A miracle is to enjoy the music that enriches our souls. -I Hope You Live- fills our inner vessel, which over time is depleted. -I Hope You Live- could be a Miracle? Yes.”
“Чудо – это творить добро и раздвигать границы своего сознания. Чудо – это прогуливаться по набережной и чувствовать солоноватый привкус моря. Чудо – это наслаждаться музыкой, которая обогащает наши души. -I Hope You Live- наполняет внутренний сосуд, который со временем истощается. -I Hope You Live- чудо? Да.”
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https://linktr.ee/aijaalsina
“I Hope You Live” is the first single of upcoming album “Creation” due to be released later this year. The song as well as the performance video was released on July 2nd, 2021. It is an intimate composition written for piano and string quartet, and so beautifully played by NŌNA String Quartet and Aija Alsina on the piano. It was filmed in a renovated art gallery “Smiļka” in Riga, Latvia.
The album is being released on vinyl and is up for pre-order now here: https://aijaalsina.bandcamp.com/album/creation
https://www.facebook.com/aijaalsina
Aija Alsina is a Latvian composer with a deep foundation in music creation. She writes music for films and visual media using her haunting and delicate piano and string pieces to express her Nordic roots. Aija loves experimenting with rhythms in the form of minimal beats, creating mesmerizing and unforgettable compositions. Her style embraces the genres of Filmscore, Classical, Neo-Classical, and Solo Piano.
https://www.instagram.com/aijaalsina/