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thesirenisles · 1 month

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Mars’ Warriors

𓃭 aries 𓃭

✨💥planet energy, mythology & astrology obsvs✨💥

Aries Sun, Aries Rising, Venus, Mars

mars dominant, mars in the 1st house

Mars ruled.

Mars- Ascendant aspects, Sun-Mars Aspects

Strong Mars placements, Aries Stellium

✨💥“Her enemies had fallen. Sanguine showers painted the Earth a ghastly ruby hue. Wailing cries of defeat created a victorious symphony of which she savored…. cackling up at the heavens.”𓃭✨💥

Do not steal any of my original work & writing. Photos are either from Pinterest or collaged by me.

✨Majestic Martian,

Ruled by the blood-red planet of Mars, you blaze a path on this Earth with an unwavering air of confidence.

✨💥Regal is the word that comes to mind.

Never needing reassurance, you literally believe you have already won before ever touching the battlefield.

Mars has blessed you with an innate, instinctual battlelust... an energy that inspires some, frightens others, but entrances ALL.

While everyone else contemplates... you act. You win the battle and even after you've won... you're still not satisfied.

✨💥You crave the next battlefield.. another King to slay.. another display of your hard-earned glory and greatness.

Even though January starts our calendar year, March begets Spring, the season symbolizing the beginning of life. Is it no surprise this month is named after your planetary ruler and the beginning of the zodiac?

Mars the planet is named after the Roman God of war and battlelust (Ares to the Greeks, Sekhmet to Ancient Egyptians) The Greeks deemed him the spirit of battle and child of Zeus and Hera.

With this energy, you have a natural, primal and intrinsic ability to tap into pure... red... RAGE. ✨💥 𓃭

While it sounds a bit frightening, this manifests as an incredibly useful gift in so many avenues of life. A Martian or Aries will always be ambitiously setting goals, achieving them, and writing more before they can catch a breath.

✨💥You have the spirit of a winner. You do not even fathom the thought of failure.

You move through life aware of the power of every single person in your immediate space, ready for someone to challenge the crown that you bled for.

This may be due to having literal experiences being attacked, bullied, and just… bothered. Your energy is akin to Plutonian/Scorpio, whose ancient ruler is Mars.

The element Fire clarifies and you are Cardinal Fire! You're literally blazing the trail. 🔥

A natural debater and concise communicator, you often find yourself defending yourself and others. (Always going to clear the room! Esp. to defend the ones you love. I love this for you all).

You have probably been admonished for your bold nature and aggressive style of communicating by adults, teachers, and maybe even... employers.

✨💥But, you are just being real. Your energy thrives in authenticity.

You hate being given orders and have probably fought hard to get into a career with relative freedom... this could manifest as entrepreneurism or content creating.

✨💥 She who mauls... 𓃭

The Mythology of Mars

While attempting to gain understanding of the energy of this sign and pIanet, I discovered the very simliar origin story in the Ancient Egyptian, Sekhmet, ("She who is powerful"). The goddess is depicted with the head of a female lion and ruled the desert sun, war, total chaos, and healing. I do want to clarify. This is not a male lion with the extravagant afro (symbol of Leo.)

Sekhmet manifests as a female lion because they are the fierce protector and huntress within the pack or pride, literally embodying primal female rage.

A female lion mauling is much like aftermath of a Martian or Aries temper explosion. It's not always a defensive energy, but a prowling one where the Martian sets its' sights on an easy mark.. or prey.

This could be a person or a task.

Egyptian mythology states she was created from the literal wrath of the sun God, Ra.

✨💥As the story goes:

Disappointed with the ungrateful treachery of men, Ra conspired with Set, God of Chaos to harness and manifest the wrath in which he felt... creating the embodiment of female rage, Sekhmet.

The stunning maiden possessing the spirit of war, is unleashed upon the people of Ancient Egypt, mauling anyone in her path until the waters of the great river ran...red.

Sekhmet was insatiable and her bloodlust lasted days.. She literally maniacally drank and gorged herself on the blood of the people. (Think: Akasha, Queen Mother of Vampires, in "Queen of the Damned")

Ra attempted to stop her, but being a daughter of the Sun... his powers had no effect. This drunken slaughter lasted until Thoth (Mercury to the Romans, Hermes to the Greeks) God of Trickery finally convinced her to drink wine under the guise of blood. The Goddess drank and fell asleep, calming the spirit.

✨💥I believe this is a valuable lesson anyone with dominant Mars energy has already learned quite a few times. You must utilize caution and strategy before rushing in.

✨💥THE ROMAN CIRCUS

On one hand, this is bad betch, rockstar, DIVA energy that can cosmically entrance the senses.

On the other... it can get a bit delusional…

✨💥 When I think of Aries energy, I think of the Roman Circus... (The Circus Maximus: Chariot Races, Gladiators, Live Animals, and Drunken Splendor.)

The event lured in many..under the guise of a celebration and glory. In reality, it was a grotesque sacrificial blood offering.

✨💥 To win the Roman Circus... was to suffer and harm many others. So, was it really a win at all?

This can be applied to the life struggles for some Martians or Aries who pursue a person or thing that is projecting a false but glorious image with everything they’ve got.

✨💥 I once knew an Aries sun who would always fall into silent competition with others girls because of just ONE Libra male in our social circle.

The Libra was a shameless flirt and seemingly a ladies man. However, he was very nonchalant towards the Aries sun... unresponsive to her direct energy. (Air sign men🙄)

She attempted numerous times, throwing very unsubtle hints sprinkled with arrogance. She knew that she was beautiful and wondered why he did not respect it.

✨💥 As beautiful as she was, she could not take the rejection. Aries HATES to lose. She needed to win.

Unbeknownst to the Aries sun, the guy was actually in the closet! Hiding his sexuality, he would only show his interest to women he knew weren’t interested... It was all a show and he was only projecting for societal benefits!

I share this story because I see this re-enacted amongst Martian and Aries women too often.

✨💥 In the spirit of battle, you set your sights upon who you deem as the most masculine man/woman or the one with the most options... because you want them to choose you above all.

You need to win. He becomes your Roman Circus. 𓃭✨💥

(Think: ariana grande & other people’s man; 1H mars 👀)

This happens to Martian men too… often rushing into a woman’s life before reading the fine print… only to have a cataclysmic collision of short-lived passion. 🫣

While I do applaud healthy competition, the female Martian complex often leads towards the Aries woman being trapped in a mothering role supporting a loser she only got because he used to be “the hottest guy in her area and everyone wanted him". (Giving major: Peaked in highschool mental vibes🤮)

✨💥You have a natural need to asess and rank a room according to power... or perceieved power. Badly aspected or unevolved Mars & even Pluto can make you exert force over those you deem weak.

However, those you perceive as powerful or heavily sought after seem to capture all of your romantic attention.

You want to conquer the most manly man and be the fierce queen at his side.

However, this desire comes from a need to feel glory. So people can become trophies… i.e. trophy wife or trophy husband.

HOWEVER, The problem with a "100% manly man… Toughest Hood Niiga… Greek God" archetype is that most men with these aesthetics did nothing to really gain them because they’re born handsome or are literally aware of the power of their own aesthetic!

Because your assertive energy is so direct and rivals that of a man at times… you can attract those pretty boys who are benefiting from male-pretty privilege & female sexual projection (i.e. the hottest and buffest guys girls assume will be the most sexual etc. NATE JACOBS CORE LOL)

✨💥Always remember… a less capable man is going to overcompensate!

He’ll be a knock-off designer... a fake… a fraud... and I am sorry to say, but I feel the biggest risks are (an unevolved Aries😭, Libra, Sags, GEMINI or Leo men...)

Not all of them, but they do have the tendency to exaggerate or be performative with their manhood. Pisces does this too, but they are not fooling an aries LOL.

✨💥This can become that gross Mommy and Son energy I mentioned. Eventually... if they are lucky.. the Martian can snap out of their bloodlust daze to realize this guy was just acting... Any additional mental manipulations is what can create a toxic bond which is draining over time.

This relationship dynamic will be fun at first but it fizzles out when you realize he has the maturity of a child!

✨💥Run away from the man who puts on the show, ladies! It's what I call.. the Roman Circus.

With this energy, you can definitely be a bit overbearing when you are trying to show that you care. This is never minded too much by those who know your fiercly loving heart.

✨💥 You are a queen! Remember that what’s meant for you does not always have to be won over. It can manifest organically!

You are multi-faceted. Embrace diplomacy and take time to contemplate decisions like your sister sign, Libra.

Your Martian sibling, Scorpio also teaches the lesson of patiently waiting and observing the situation before action.(No one is plotting like a Scorpio Mars 👀)

However, a Martian never stays down for long and always bounces back improved from life’s perils!✨💥

✨💥 Aries vs. Scorpio

Scorpio is a water sign, balancing out the fiery energy creating warm and inviting waves to lure you in.

Aries is a fire sign finding natural comfort in its sizzling Martian ruler and Solar energies... VA VA VOOM HOT..

✨💥The spirit of war lays waste to the lands and the God of the Underworld waits patiently to collect the souls.💥✨

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I believe Aries are our public leaders, change makers, warriors, and fierce inspiration. Their protective maternal energy is inherent and divine.

Sekhmet was equally feared and adored!

The likeness of the goddess can literally be found today in Egyptian art and architecture guarding the Pharoahs.

Much like Sekhmet and Ares, both Martian signs are an unstoppable force once in motion.

✨💥In the 1st house, Mars defines the personality and appearance. A perfect example is the feline-faced Nicki Minaj (Mars in the 1st house) on the left can be seen in what appears to be a Sekhmet inspired headress with lioness ears.

On the right… her Roman Circus🫣🙊😂(other 1H Mars women are Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande. Both have infamous love history!!)

✨💥I can literally hear Nicki’s iconic maniacal laughter… it legit sounds like what I’d imagine of blood-thirsty, Sekhmet after she’s slayed a Kingdom!

This can get a little egotistical… but she IS a queen. 🤷🏾‍♀️

I love my Martians though. You guys are so inspiring and honestly age like fine wine!! The youthful fire within you never really stops burning.

✨💥Be sure you are a productive force and not destroying all that lays in your path!

Thank you for reading! Wishing you blessings! ✨💥

Pluto Obsevation ♏️✨ Neptune Observation♓️✨ Mercury Observation♊️♍️✨

@thesirenisles

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armandoandrea2 · 3 months

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La sua casa era l’ultima del paese,

dopo il Cimitero, dopo lo Scannatoio;

rammento che incominciava, la sua strada,

dove, dietro la siepe, fiorivano molti meli.

“Oh cani” io dicevo a quelli del padre “tacete!”

e, svelto, gettavo loro un tozzo di pane.

Ma i cani erano molti: ahi che coro!

Al Canile ne impallinavano un paio al giorno.

Per il resto, passato il Canile, erano rose di maggio,

erano: e convolvoli bianchi e celesti per le siepi,

noi dietro una stavamo nascosti come cani;

temendo, anch’io, il piombo di suo padre.

(1934)

da Pianete, Luigi Bartolini

Foto: Christian Coigny

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burlveneer-music · 9 months

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Light - The Path - probably the most extravagant prog rock album of the year

An album mixing progressive rock, jazz and classical, featuring 24 musicians and 112 instruments. Written by Camille De Carvalho, Auriann Rossard, Loup Vaillant & Paul-Henry Touzac Lyrics by Camille De Carvalho, Jeanne De Carvalho & Morgan Casseau Camille De Carvalho : Piano, Ondes Martenot, Korg CX3, Clavinet Pianet Duo, Berhinger Model D, Toy Piano, Vibraphone, Marimba, Glockenspiel, Melodica, Suzuki Andes Clarinets (sopranino, soprano, alto, bass, contrabass) Oboe, oboe d’amore, english horn, bass oboe Bassoon, tenoroon Saxophones (sopranino, soprano, alto, tenor, baritone) Duduk, guanzi, hulusi, bawu, Trumpets (piccolo, soprano, bass), flugelhorn, cornet Trombones (soprano, tenor) French horn, Baritone horn, Tuba Ocarinas (soprano, alto, tenor, bass, contrabass), recorders (sopranino, soprano, alto, tenor, bass), gemshorn Racketts (bass, great bass), cornett Morin khuur, Erhu Theremin, musical saw, Garrahand, Waterphone Udu, tam-tams, opera gong, hand gong, lunar gong, burmese gong, vibraslap, jingles, bells, guïro, triangle, bongos, temple block, ocean drum, tambourine, thunder box, claves, shakers Jeanne De Carvalho : lead singer, mezzo choir Morgan Casseau : lead singer, tenor choir Auriann Rossard : double bass, drums, bodhran, baritone choir Paul Ferré : electric 8-strings guitar, bass guitar, fretless bass guitar, contrabass guitar, bass choir Emmanuelle Marchaud : harp, alto choir Camille Sabathier : violin, viola, mandolin, alto choir Loup Vaillant : cello Caroline Kempf : flutes (piccolo, soprano, alto and bass) Paul-Henry Touzac : mixing and mastering Additional musicians : Timothé Bougon : acoustic guitar, banjo, bouzouki, lute, baritone choir Clément Gaudry-Santiago : acoustic 12-strings guitar, tenor choir Donnchadh Mullaghy : electric guitar Camille Montarou : timpani Camille Fabreguettes : flute Anaïs Rabary : soprano choir Lisa Chaïb Auriol : soprano choir Marion Nicolas : soprano choir Marie Le Pohon : mezzo choir Lisa Auneau : alto choir Audric Faucheux : tenor choir Valentin Jansen : bass choir Egon Zanne : bass choir Hangsvart : growl Artwork by Fennek Fox

#Bandcamp #Light #rock #prog rock #france #2023 #choir

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bondshotel · 2 months

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1973

Watcher of the Skies, by Genesis

A track from the album Genesis Live, released in July 1973. The album was recorded during the live tour to support their studio album Foxtrot.

Peter Gabriel talked in early 1973 about life on the road:

"We stayed in some pretty rough guest houses. If you're only getting £30 for a gig and the transport is costing £15, there isn't much left for hotels - particularly when you are using that money for the week's food bill. There was one place we used to stay which was so dump that the bedclothes were actually wet."

The album was released with a price of less than £2, with the hope that it will be sold in stores such as such as Woolworths and WHSmith.

Reviews of the album were favorable.

"To watch a live performance from Genesis is an electrifying and rewarding experience. Technically they are brilliant, their playing is almost faultless and the overall atmosphere can only be described as hypnotic."

"The main thing about Genesis is the fullness of their music. Whether its a mellotron buildup from Tony Banks, or a few guitar lines from Steve Hackett, something is always happening. Phil Collins' superb drumming is much more in evidence on this album."

Peter Gabriel – lead vocals, flute, tambourine, bass drum

Tony Banks – Hammond organ, Mellotron, Hohner Pianet, 12-string guitar, backing vocals

Steve Hackett – lead guitar

Mike Rutherford – bass guitar, Dewtron "Mister Bassman" bass pedal synthesizer, 12-string guitar, backing vocals

Phil Collins – drums, percussion, backing vocals

#genesis band

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roland-juno-60 · 5 months

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pianet

#oc art #silly...

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dathomir-diaries · 1 year

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Although humans and Zabrak have been born, lived, and died on Dathomir, the truly unique Dathomirians are Zabrak-Human hybrids. Generations of genetic drift and exposure to the PIanet’s power from the dark side of the Force have Created a distinct people. Perhaps due to a genetic quirk, or Some subtle influence of the Force, Dathomirians experience sexual dimorphism.

The women of Dathomir have pale white or gray skin that the Nightsisters accentuate with tattooed patterns. They have piercing eyes that range in color from white to blue to amber, and their hair ranges from dark black to stark White.

The men of Dathomir however more closely resembled their Zabrak ancestors sporting large horns on the crowns of their heads. They ranged in color from yellow to orange to red. Nightbrothers also sported dark tattoos that covered most of their bodies. Unlike their female counterparts most males on Dathomir had dark eyes with few exceptions.

#Dathomir #world building #physiology #nightsisters #nightbrothers

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mmguitarbar · 1 year

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Rhodes, Wurlitzers, and Pianets, oh my! Stacked with fully serviced keys, and a solid queue of additional Rhodes on deck too. A pristine Prophet 5 in the back for the eagle-eyed 👀and more vintage synths just out of frame. #FenderRhodes #wurlitzer200a #HohnerPianet #prophet5 #vintagekeyboards (at Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm0ONaLLNkE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#fenderrhodes #wurlitzer200a #hohnerpianet #prophet5 #vintagekeyboards

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fashionbooksmilano · 1 year

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Seta & Oro

La collezione tessile di Mariano Fortuny

a cura di Doretta Davanzo Poli, testi di Marcello Brusegan

Arsenale Editrice, Venezia 1997, 200 pagine, 21,5 x 30 cm, ISBN 88-7743-187-3

euro 90,00

email if you want to buy :[email protected]

Mostra Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana, Lib.Sansoviniana Venezia 1997-1998

Del poliedrico talento spagnolo è nota, in Italia e all'estero, la produzione pittorica, scenografica e, in particolare, di stampa su seta e di creazioni di moda: attività per le quali si ispirava largamente alla collezione di tessuti iniziata dai suoi genitori e da lui stesso incrementata e conservata nel palazzo veneziano Pesaro degli Orfei dove risiedeva, divenuto ora museo comunale a lui intitolato. Nelle vetrine del Salone della Libreria Sansoviniana sono stati esposti per la prima volta, in questa eccezionale occasione, un centinaio di esemplari di stoffe, ricami e vesti selezionati dalla collezione Fortuny. Non si tratta di piccoli campioni, ma di drappi di notevoli dimensioni (utilizzati da Fortuny nel raffinato e decadente arredo della sua abitazione veneziana), di paramenti liturgici (pianete, tonacelle, piviali) e di vesti etnografico-aristocratiche di area asiatica, di grande spettacolarità, come viene testimoniato dall'immagine scelta per la copertina del catalogo e il manifesto dell'eposizione: una veste tessuta per il "piccolo imperatore", identificabile come tale dalla presenza di ben diciotto draghi a cinque artigli.

18/01/23

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#Seta & Oro #collezione Mariano Fortuny #textiles exhibition catalogue #Lib.Sansoviniana Venezia 1997 #stoffe #ricami #vestiti #paramenti liturgici #vesti asiatiche #rare books #textiles books #fashion books #fashionbooksmilano

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odk-2 · 2 years

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Roxy Music - Virginia Plain (1972) Bryan Ferry from: “Roxy Music” (US | LP) "Virginia Plain" / "The Numberer" (Single)

Art Pop | Glam Rock

JukeHostUK (left click = play) (320kbps)

Tumblr (left click = play) (VBR)

Personnel: Bryan Ferry: Vocals / Hohner Pianet Andrew Mackay: Oboe / Saxophone Brian Eno: VCS3 Synthesizer / Treatments Phil Manzanera: Guitar Rik Kenton: Bass Paul Thompson: Drums

Produced by Peter Sinfield

Virginia Plain Recorded: @ Command Studios in London, England UK July 10 - 12, 1972

Album Released: on August 4, 1972 (UK)

E.G. Records Island Records

US Single Released: October, 1972

Reprise Records

#Roxy Music #Bryan Ferry #Virginia Plain #Art Rock #Glam Rock #1970's #Brian Eno #Andy Mackay #Phil Manzanera #Rik Kenton #Paul Thompson #Peter Sinfield #E.G. Records #Reprise Records

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chorusfm · 2 months

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The Eyebrows

Recently I was able to catch up with Charlotte, North Carolina-based power pop band, The Eyebrows, to discuss their latest album called Double Take. The Eyebrows are singer-songwriter, producer, guitarist, and multi-instrumentalist Jay Garrigan, bassist and vocalist Darrin Gray, and drummer and multi-instrumentalist Shawn Lynch. In this interview, I asked the band about what went into the writing/recording process for Double Take, how they approach building out their setlists for tours, and much more. Double Take released on April 19th, and there are still a few physical options of the record at the band’s store here. Where did the album title of Double Take come from? What’s the significance of the title as it relates to these songs? On one hand, I feel that my life is the definition of a double take, which is a surprised, second look at a person or situation whose significance had not been completely grasped at first. I’ve often asked myself why this is. The title Double Take also describes the dual nature of our latest album, a direct result of an innovative approach to recording that Mitch Easter inspired. This album features each song in two distinct versions: one polished and produced by Mitch in the studio, capturing the rocktastic essence of our sound only in the way someone as talented and artistic as Mitch can, and another raw, vibrant version that I recorded & mixed myself in our practice space, echoing the mid-fi and lo-fi aesthetics of bands like early REM, GBV, and Suicide that I deeply admire. This approach not only showcases our versatility as an imaginative studio and visceral, live band, but also challenges listeners to reconsider our music through different sonic perspectives & palettes, highlighting how varied production styles can alter the perception of the same song. How did the process of recording this LP with Mitch Easter go? Any vivid memories from the studio sessions? As far as memories go, we were absolutely buzzing as The Baseball Project just finished tracking and mixing their latest album with Mitch right before we started to track our album. To be literally standing right where our heroes Peter Buck, Mike Mills, Scott McCaughey, Steve Wynn and Linda Pitmon were was awe-inspiring, and we hoped to catch a ride on a glimmer of their musical mojo. REM was very formative upon younger versions of myself and drummist Shawn Lynch. In the early 90s, Mike Mills once said he wanted to put his two cents into anything I do, and I stupidly lost his phone number. Maybe he will do a double take at some future time, haha. Also in this session, we got to use some really interesting gear, such as running a mix buss through a 60s EMI console – much like a console The Beatles would have used during the 60s. I believe Kurt Vile bought this console from Mitch recently. I know for a fact we were the last band to record on Mitch’s legendary main console before he let it go—a console that was used to mix the soundtrack of The NeverEnding Story. Reflecting on Double Take, where each song undergoes its own transformation across two sides, it feels apt to echo a line from the movie: ‘Nothing is lost…Everything is transformed.’ (shivers!) Recording with Mitch Easter at his studio is always a great time, and having detailed musical conversations comes naturally within the walls of the Fidelitorium. We can talk about things like… what kind of mic, amp, and reverb is needed to give this Hohner Pianet a period-specific, 60s sound? I love the energy of your band’s performance on the music video for “Say Yeah!”. Where was this video shot at, and how pleased are you with the final product? “Say Yeah!” was shot in the raw veins of our beloved Charlotte, NC in my backyard, a place as battered and beautiful as the tune itself. We filmed it right next to a very toxic, chemical-laden creek right across from – what I can only call – the apartment-ization and gentrification of my neighborhood and city. When we first moved here, we were surrounded by woods in… https://chorus.fm/features/interviews/the-eyebrows/

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twistedsoulmusic · 2 months

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Hawgood and Cordero have crafted a minimalist ambient journey on ‘Wild Air’ that immerses listeners in ethereal soundscapes. Centred on the Hohner Pianet amidst modest modular environments, the album’s eight tracks insist on simplicity, using a restricted palette to build lush audio spheres rooted in organic texture and tone. While capturing the attention of ambient fans who celebrate the duo’s ‘less is more’ approach, the album art visually conveys the introspective calm of the music within. Standouts like ‘A Path of No Hiding’ encapsulate the emotive heart of the work, while bookends ‘And There Were No More Lines to Draw’ and ‘Today Is Our Own’ establish its expansive nature and philosophical undertone. Exquisitely produced with understated depth, ‘Wild Air’ offers a rich sonic space that animates the air itself.

#chillout #drone #ambient #ambient modular

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luigi771 · 2 months

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Ma cosa Volete?

Si Credono che si sono Costruiti il Paradiso del Sesso ( tra fratelli e sorelle che siete tutti i 7 Miliardi)

Il Pianete si trova nel mio Universo.

E quando l’Odore del vostro PROFUMO di IMMONDIZIA arriva a Me.

Ancora non lo so come reagirò

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burlveneer-music · 1 year

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Zopp - Dominion - epic prog rock, now with (some) vocals

ZOPP RETURNS! British progressive rock act, ZOPP, return with their sophomore album ‘DOMINION’, the follow up to their award-winning* self titled album, released in 2020. ‘Dominion’ showcases a clear progression in the sound of Zopp resulting in an epic 42 minute journey spanning avant-garde, jazz, ambient, folk, psychedelic rock and endless heaps of PROG. Ryan W Stevenson, the man behind Zopp (composer, mixer, producer, performer… heck, basically everything but the drums which have once again been masterfully performed by Leviathan’s Andrea Moneta) recorded the album at his home studio located in the suburbs of Nottingham, UK, over the past 3 years. To those who have been following Zopp from its inception, there’s one major difference you will notice this time round - there are vocals! Moving on from the instrumental Canterbury Scene infused neo-prog of the first album, Zopp now evolves into a form more reminiscent of Marillion or Yes and yet creates a new, unique and instantly identifiable sound that sets them apart from the rest of the progressive music scene. Purists, do not worry! Zopp’s fuzzed organ and technical playing style remains present, yet matured. ‘I think it’s more bombastic than the first album.’ States Ryan, ‘Writing a 14 minute progressive piece like ‘Toxicity’ where the song continuously flows was a challenge, but a successful experiment nevertheless. It’s important for me to throw all sorts of elements into the mix, from varied sources of music that are inspiring to me. I’ve really been into bands like King Gizzard and Tame Impala the last few years; not only their psychedelic sound, but also their DIY, independent approach to making music.’ Ryan W Stevenson: Hammond organ, mellotron, Hohner pianet, piano, electric pianos, acoustic and electric guitars, bass guitar, vocals, Korg ms20, synthesizers, percussion, flute, field recordings, sound design. Andrea Moneta: Drums and cymbals. Sally Minnear: Voice (1). Caroline Joy Clarke: Voice (1,2,7). Jørgen Munkeby (Shining NO): Tenor sax and flute (7). Mike Benson: Tenor sax (2). Rob Milne: Tenor sax and flute (7). Tomás Figueiredo: French horn (1). Joe Burns: Gong and additional cymbals (7). Cover art direction: Ryan W Stevenson. Cover art originally by Tom Adams

#Zopp #rock #prog rock #progressive rock #canterbury #uk #2023 #female vocal

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