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BIONAUT
'Au Naturel'
(Tiny Bubbles 118 cd)
Bionaut, a duo comprised of Christopher Green and
Paul Eggleston perform on various analog synths and sequencers.
The album is reminiscent of Tangerine Dreams classic lp, 'Underwater
Sunlight', but goes much deeper into the ambient realm. The improvisations
are technically astonishing, with drones and overtones seemingly
descending from deep space. The album is an unfolding of a musical
conception over a vast time frame. Analog textures are blended with
samples throughout much like the near tactile soundscapes of Richard
Bone, or Jeff Greinke. While many pieces utilize open structures
and oozing rhythms, they never fall victim to indulgent looping
or other forms of sonic excess. This music thrives on subtle textures
and a broad timbral palette, rare qualities in our sound saturated
environment. Both Chris and Paul have a high sensibility of melodic
and structural formations. A great album for creative movement,
relaxation, and contemplation.
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