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Cosmyte Interview on Nagamag
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Nagamag:
What are the genres that describe better your music style?
Cosmyte:
Always Galactic, either Ambiant/Chillout and/or Electronica/Techno/Psychedelic
Nagamag:
Few words about your musical background and career?
Cosmyte:
Since 2014 Profesor Galacticus and Captain Frictus are colaborating as a galactic team in other project, Neenboo, a 7 musicians world music project.
In 2017, they decided to create Cosmyte.
This atypical crew is constantly evolving by creating its own galaxy, led by Pr. Galacticus (machines) and Captn Frictus (handpan), it includes talented companions met during music tours around Europe, Russia, India, China and Latin America, bringing a unique experience to each appearance. A journey between organic human vibrations, cosmic instruments and mechanical machines oscillations, Cosmyte is a real musical android.
In 2019 the Cosmyte Spaceship joined the Hadra label Team (Hadra Alter Vision Record).
In 2020 the Cosmyte crew droped out two EP's: Pyramyte Awake Side and Pyramyte Dream Side
Nagamag:
Do you remember your first connection of love to music that was the right impact to be a music artist now?
Cosmyte:
There are a lot of moments, concerts, people, places, that gave us the right impact.
One of them is traveling as "pre-profesional" musicians with Super Cumbia band, some Argentinian friends, touring in Europe. We were spending so much good time as a band, as a family, as travelers, by traveling and playing all together.
Other is a concert of Djamanawak, a french band, when they played a 3h30 improvised concert. We were like "wooow, so nice, we want to do that" !
Nagamag:
Do you have some project that you want to talk about for 2021
Cosmyte:
We are working on a Lullaby project.
It's about musical ceremony, a 7 hours night playing, with people sleeping, or dreaming, or just flying inside.
We try explore music as a channel to connect with bigger space in this crazy times, in this crazy world.
We want to explore more about this project.
Nagamag:
You recently talked in social networks about an "inversion of the polarity of human consciousness". What about it?
Cosmyte:
We don't really know more about it, but we can say you that Jbiboulak community announced us by a sercret chanel, that hapenned on the 17 december 2020 this "inversion of the polarity of human consciousness". A kind of global mental change that can happen on earth by the dreams.
They also gave us a link as a cosmic gate to connect to it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltfvvQInpng&t=582s
Nagamag:
Most artists have a favorite song from a different music genre than the one they are producing music for... Which is yours?
Cosmyte:
Super Cumbia y la liga de la Alegria "La vida está hecha pa' otra cosa"
Nagamag:
Of Course Nagamag would love to listen also which track from a similar artist you admire?
Cosmyte:
Symbolico Triptrap
Discover & Listen to Cosmyte
Cosmyte on Spotify
Cosmyte's Signature Track
Cosmyte on Social Media
Cosmyte's Website
CAB 3 – Let You Go (Spotify)
“808 bass in the genres of Drum & Bass is more the rule than the exception and the single Let You Go is undeniable proof of this. The energy of female vocals in your vibrating speakers will charm and impress even the most sophisticated listeners!”
“808 бас в жанрах Drum & Bass скорее правило, чем исключение и сингл Let You Go тому неоспоримое доказательство. Энергия женского вокала в ваших вибрирующих динамиках очарует и не оставит равнодушными даже самых искушённых слушателей!”
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5th Release from CAB 3, and the 2nd drum and bass tune being added to the catalog. Liquid drum and bass, with an outstanding female vocalist Shelly Harland who had worked with many trance artists in the past. High energy, big bass, dnb banger.
Victor Zala – Laika (Spotify)
Hidden mystic modular energy under this new techno brilliant layering of Victor Zala. Deep, Dark, and Hypnotic!
Jean~Baptiste – Better Off (Spotify)
“Jean-Baptiste on his new single - Better Off - , please us with a warm soulful groove and a bright atmosphere with his signature vocal style and a layering of sweet funky elements. ”
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“Better Off” depicts the mental & emotional hardship that a toxic relationship can cause someone. Many are often unsure of what they want regarding companionship. At one point you may think you’re better off with someone, until you realize that you’re better off without them. Jean~Baptiste takes a personal approach and depicts a time in which he fell for someone who he thought was the one, when reality she’s far from it. He’s aware that the relationship isn’t going well, but blindly denies its deterioration due to denial and familiarity. Throughout the track you can hear his inner conscious continuously warning him to leave, but to no avail. Jean proceeds to ignore his intuition and is rather misled by his irrational fear of being without this person. All signs point to ending it, but he’s become so attached & mentally detached that he is unable to let go despite all the damage that has been done.
In short this is an experience that many inexperienced lovers go through. You fall hard for someone, invest so much of yourself, ignore the warning signs, and then ultimately face the repercussions. But no matter what you are always better off.
https://www.instagram.com/officialjean_baptiste/
du0 x Trenton – Shadows (Spotify)
“Producer du0 and Trenton, featuring vocals in their collaboration Shadows, is the perfect opportunity to sit back and relax with your favorite drink.”
“Дуэт продюсера du0 и Trenton, вокал которого звучит в их совместной работе Shadows, это прекрасная возможность откинуться на спинку вашего кресла и расслабиться наедине с любимым напитком.”
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Remember when 2020 stood for perfect vision? Now it stands for a time when our lives were turned upside down.
For Brisbane artist, du0, 2020 was more upside than down. His track, Come Home, hit a million plays on Spotify and revealed an emerging artist with his finger on the zeitgeist. The awards, accolades and a growing online fanbase have followed.
du0’s latest release, Shadows, a collaboration with alt-pop artist, Trenton, sees him hitting the groove once again. Like his name implies, du0’s new duo works beautifully. His signature infectious rhythms and whimsical melodies combine with Trenton’s moody vocals to provide reflective lyrical gems like “yesterday the future slipped away". And they take it from there, producing a confident, hopeful and uplifting start to 2021 that promises things will only get better from here – for all of us.
https://www.instagram.com/du0_music
SAINT – Endless (Spotify)
“Endless search for new worlds in our limitless universe with SAINT. Dark in its own way, but such an alluring, attractive melody.”
“Бесконечные поиски новых миров в нашей безграничной вселенной вместе с SAINT. По своему мрачная, но такая манящая за собой, притягательная мелодия.”
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SAINT returns with “Endless,” his newest melodic techno single set to mesmerize listeners from the press of play. The production is led with a driving kick and bassline that will take anyone on a dark and elegant musical journey. The infectious synths and pads with the hard-hitting kick will have listeners wanting more from this talented producer. Through “Endless,” SAINT showcases his talent and versatility as a musician. This track will infuse energy into any crowd, no matter the setting as it evokes pure euphoria. “Endless” delivers a fusion of melodic techno and house that will have electronic aficionados hooked. The intricately crafted production of “Endless” will have listeners engaged as the energy-heavy drums and bassline will guide you with groove. With constant energy flowing, “Endless” is a certified dancefloor tool that will have audiences captivated. Make sure to check out the new release and add it to your daily rotation! The track will be available on all digital streaming platforms on January 1st.
https://www.instagram.com/saintmusicnet/
SAINT is a rising electronic artist and producer originating from Switzerland. Fueled by his life experiences, SAINT seeks to create music that will connect and uplift listeners around the world. SAINT delivers an uninhibited aura as his sound is driven by raw emotions through melodies. The talented artist is quickly making waves in the scene with his unparalleled sound and powerful style. The electronic artist delivers pure energy with a unique combination of talent, passion, and emotions that will radiate onto the listeners. With every release, the Switzerland-bred artist will have listeners hooked into the world he creates with his eclectic style and sound. SAINT is an artist to keep an eye on and ear out for as he is set to cement himself in the music industry for years to come.
http://facebook.com/saintmusicNET
NEIMY – LIMBO (Spotify)
“Listening to the works from the LIMBO single you concentrate your attention on how easily and accessible NEIMY addresses us, the listeners, through the lyrics of her compositions. The author very competently uses all the main genre features of Electro Pop. Lightness and beauty in every note.”
“Прослушивая работы с альбома LIMBO концентрируешь своё внимание на том, как легко и доступно NEIMY обращается к нам, слушателям, через текст своих композиций. Автор очень грамотно использует все главные жанровые особенности Electro Pop. Лёгкость и красота в каждой ноте.”
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After topping UK Charts, artist NEIMY drops her new single “LIMBO”.
The success with “Dancing In The Moonlight”, took NEIMY and Swedish artist Jübel all the way to the top of UK singles charts, peaking at #11. Their cover of King Harvest's classic song has racked up over 160M streams to date. Now she’s ready to release her next original single “LIMBO”, a song with dark and playful lyrics and a glimpse of humor and sarcasm.
https://www.instagram.com/neimymusic/
“I’ve always had a passion for storytelling lyrics and catchy melodies. This song came about at a speed writing session with me and my co-writer and producer Eric Wictor. Within an hour we had the whole topline, and the lyrics simply poured out of me”, NEIMY explains.
"LIMBO is about being stuck at a place where you just don't wanna be, being controlled and haunted. It can be a relationship, a workplace or in your own head” she continues.
NEIMY launched her career after her demo ‘I’ve Learned’ was discovered by The Chainsmokers. The song ended up as a soundtrack to the Italian movie ‘Succede.
In 2018 she released “Dancing In The Moonlight”, together with Swedish duo Jübel. The song made it all the way to the top of UK singles charts, peaking at #11. Their cover of King Harvest's classic song has racked up over 160M streams to date.
Periklis Biskinis Interview on Nagamag
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Nagamag:
What are the genres that describe better your music style?
Periklis Biskinis:
Συνθέτω σε ένα πεδίο Rock-Jazz-Latin με προτίμηση στον ελληνικό στίχο όπου θεωρώ ότι συντονίζομαι συναισθηματικά και νοητικά.
(I compose in a Rock-Jazz-Latin field with a preference for Greek lyrics where I find myself emotionally and mentally attuned.)
Nagamag:
Few words about your musical background and career?
Periklis Biskinis:
Είμαι ένας συνθέτης και καθηγητής μουσικής, συγκεκριμένα φωνητικής και σύγχρονου πιανου και έχω ασχοληθεί με πολλά είδη μουσικής. Ύστερα απο τις κλασσικές μου σπουδές, δίπλωμα κλασσικού πιάνου, κλασσικού τραγουδιού και ανωτέρων θεωρητικών ασχολήθηκα με την Jazz, Jazz ενορχήστρωση πνευστών και εγχόρδων όπως και με την ηχοληψία και την μουσική Τεχνολογία. Διδάσκω 20 χρόνια σύγχρονο τραγούδι και σύγχρονο πιάνο με σκοπό οι μαθητές μου να βίωνουν την ελευθερία έκφρασης της ψυχής τους με γέφυρα την μουσική και τον ήχο. Κάνω παραγωγές σε τραγουδιστές και συνθέτες και συνθέτω, ηχογραφώ και είμαι παραγωγός της δικής μου μουσικής δισκογραφίας. Έχω παίξει σε πάρα πολλές σκήνες στην Αθήνα και σε όλη την Ελλάδα όπως στον Σταυρό του Νότου , Faust, Zoo κτλ Έχω δημιουργήσει με επιτυχία δύο μεγάλες ορχήστρες οι οποίες είναι η Πλαστελίνη και οι Μαντρας.
(I am a composer and music teacher, specifically into vocal and modern piano and I have been involved in many types of music. After my classical studies, diploma in classical piano, classical singing, and advanced theories, I dealt with Jazz, Jazz orchestration of winds and strings as well as sound recording and music technology. I have been teaching contemporary songs and contemporary piano for 20 years in order for my students to experience the freedom of expression of their soul with music and sound as a bridge. I do productions for singers and composers and I do recordings and I am a producer of my own music discography. I have played on many stages in Athens and all over Greece such as Stavros to Notou, Faust, Zoo, etc. I have successfully created two great orchestras which are Plastelini and Mantras.)
Nagamag:
Do you remember your first connection of love to music that was the right impact to be a music artist now?
Periklis Biskinis:
Θυμάμαι όταν πήγα να μάθω πίανο στο ωδείο στην ηλικία των 5 ετών. Από τότε η σχέση μου με τον ήχο και τα μουσικά οργάνα ξεκίνησε. Ερωτεύομαι τον πειραματισμό με νέα μουσικά οργάνα και το επιδιώκω να μελετάω καινούργια όργανα μουσικής.
(I remember when I went to learn piano at the conservatory at the age of five. Since then my relationship with sound and musical instruments began. I fall in love with experimenting with new musical instruments and I seek to study them deeper.)
Nagamag:
Most artists have a favorite song from a different music genre than the one they are producing music for... Which is yours?
Periklis Biskinis:
Mick Harvey "Out of time man"
Nagamag:
Of Course Nagamag would love to listen also which track from a similar artist you admire?
Periklis Biskinis:
Soul Jazz Orchestra "Mista President"
Discover & Listen to Periklis Biskinis
Periklis Biskinis on Spotify
Periklis Biskinis's Signature Track
Periklis Biskinis on Social Media
Rook Monroe – Dandelion (Spotify)
“Rook Monroe's vocals abound with their own unique charm, and the musical structure of Californialand plunges headlong into the light atmosphere of Indie Pop. Piano sounds, acoustic guitar riffs and bass drums provide the basic rhythm of Rook Monroe songs.”
“Вокал Rook Monroe изобилует своим, неповторимым шармом, а музыкальная структура альбома Californialand окунает с головой в лёгкую атмосферу Indie Pop. Звуки пиано, рифы акустические гитары и барабаны с басом обеспечивают основной ритм песен Rook Monroe.”
-Nagamag.com
"Dandelion is about not letting your dreams die. Not being afraid to fly. Leaving your baggage on the ground and letting life take you where it will." - Rook
http://www.instagram.com/rookmonroe
Rook Monroe's debut EP, Californialand, and its titular single, set the stage for the narrative arc of a rolling stone leaving a place he must leave in the past, to find a destination he can't define. Californialand finds Rook at an intersection of confidence and confusion, as much concerned with leaving lies behind as with heading towards one.
Produced with his good friends Trackside (Selena Gomez, BabyJake, Khamari), the production duo with whom he built his nostalgic sonic identity, the self-written project was crafted in LA as part of a yearlong process of musical discovery. The closing track Say Goodbye To My Children was created with super producer Brendan O'Brien (Grammy Producer of the Year, Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam, Bob Dylan), who played a great role in helping find the overall sound.
Rook's first three singles garnered immediate love with editorial placement on Spotify's New Music Friday and Fresh Finds, Tidal's Pop: Rising, and Apple Music's Wake Me Up. A successful songwriter in his own right, having penned Rihanna's critically acclaimed 'Desperado' - and more singles for artists ranging wide, from Jeremih to The Chainsmokers - he summons all his influences into a rock influenced package for his passion project.
Innocenzo Genna – Dreams (keep me awake) (Spotify)
“Post Quarantine Piano from Innocenzo Genna can be easily compared to icy raindrops flowing unevenly down a fogged window and loudly falling on the windowsill. Music works wonders, and Innocenzo Genna is one of the wizards of the emerald city of freezing rains.”
“Post Quarantine Piano от Innocenzo Genna можно легко сравнить с ледяными каплями дождя, неравномерно стекающими по запотевшему окну и звонко падающими на подоконник. Музыка творит чудеса, а Innocenzo Genna один из волшебников изумрудного города ледяных дождей. ”
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Innocenzo Genna, called also Inno, has always lived music in multiple dimensions: as a musician, firstly performer and entertainer, and then composer, but also as a technology scholar. His interest in music is not only artistic and emotional, but also professional, because for years Inno has been working in the Internet and technology sector as a lawyer and policy expert, so as to be involved in the major political debates concerning music and technology: from P2P to online piracy, from online platforms to the liberalization of collecting societies, up to the recent European copyright reform.
Such an intense professional activity enriched Inno’s musical vocation, while adapting his classical practice with modern and pop piano, blues and jazz, so as arranging the various genres into a personal compositional style. The many trips in Italy and abroad have contributed to creating the context of images, memories and fantasies from which his compositions are born.
In 2007 Inno settled in Brussels where it found new creative inspiration through the contact with the dynamism and the international ésprit of both capital city and European institutions, the creative Belgian surrealism, and also because of the rainy and melancholy climate of the place. In 2016 he completed his first collection of piano compositions "Brussels Stories", while a second CD is scheduled to be released in 2020.
The piano compositions of Innocenzo Genna fall within the categories of minimalism and modern classic, with frequent combinations into blues and jazz. He is similarly conservative as a composer, for his music drawing heavily on harmonic and melodic practices found in 18th and 19th-century European compositions. His repertoire is freely accessible through his website and social networks such as Youtube and Soundcloud, while being available also on streaming platforms such as Spotify and Deezer.
https://www.instagram.com/innocenzo.genna/