Here’s a list of five interesting musical gadgets. The first three are no big deal, but you *have* to visit this page to see #2, the audiopad. This thing is amazing, I so want one. The self playing violin is neat too, but a bit of a one trick pony.
Sunburn In Cyprus
Various tracks by Sunburn In Cyprus, featuring chilled out, mellow vocals by Milena Jurczik over down tempo tracks that create a totally relaxing mood. If you like Morcheeba, then check out Sunburn In Cyprus.
Peabody Concert Orchestra – Various Performances
An excellent collection of classical performances spanning the entire range of well known composers. It’s the first time I’ve listened to Holst’s The Planets. Excellent quality recordings of very well done performances.
Revolution Void – Thread Soul
Yes! Revolution Void has released another full length album. Revolution Void is organized by Jonah Dempcy, who has a knack for combining jazz and breakbeats to create something that no one else is doing. Thread Soul is a funky electro trip down the jazz aisle. I especially enjoy track 2, ‘Biomythos’ – the stand up bass is perfect, combined with ambient stabs here and there to keep it moving and the everpresent breakbeat. Then track three, ‘Mind Mapping’ goes in an experimental direction, a trip best experienced on head phones.
Thread Soul gets my pick for net release of the year.
Sphere Of Hip Hop – Various
Lots and lots and *lots* of tracks to download from this netlabel. Sphere of hip hop also has a podcast and a radio / jukebox type of thing. All the music (so far, there’s quite a bit I haven’t got to yet) is top notch production-wise and compositionally. Definitely don’t skip this one, this is one of those rare treasures found every so often.
Explosions In The Sky – The Rescue
Ambient alt-rock. A musical journey from one place to the other, reminiscent of The Big Sleep.
Ashley Gore
Ashley Gore sings classics from the past, and has provided four of his tracks for download. Mack the Knife, Come Fly With Me, Across the Sea and Moon Dance are availiable. Ashley pulls off these tunes without a flaw, so give him a listen, you’re bound to be impressed.
Various Artists – Ska!
Furby Microwave Death
No explanation needed. Just watch.
Lunar – Hybrid Awaken
Thanks to Motorman for the heads up on this net release. Chilled glitch beats back up wispy synth sounds and orchestral instruments. Very relaxing, but Lunar still packs a punch.