The Queen's Gambit (Music from the Netflix Limited Series)

The Final Game

Ceiling Games

Methuen Home For Children 1957

Training With Mr. Schaibel

!Paul (pronounced ipaul) Unveils ‘Unfold’: A Masterpiece of Musical Evolution and Profound Introspection.

Prepare for an unparalleled sonic journey as !Paul, the exceptionally talented producer and composer presents his highly anticipated second album: Unfold. Following the success of his acclaimed debut album "Home," which captivated critics and listeners alike with its delicate balance between dance and classical genres, !Paul now shatters boundaries and reveals a sound that is both innovative and deeply personal.

"Home" was an intimate, piano-centric album that gently guided you to a place of comfort. "Unfold," however, is a bold step forward, an album that invites the listener on a journey of inner discovery and boundless experimentation. This album is a testament to !Paul's fearlessness in evolving, venturing into uncharted musical territories, and expanding his already rich palette of modern classical, new age, neo-classical, lo-fi, and dream pop.

With nine compelling singles as a prelude, !Paul has already offered the world a taste of the depth and breadth of "Unfold." From the daring, oriental sounds of 'Personal Thoughts,' where acoustic guitar takes the lead instead of his signature piano, to the cinematic, dreamy piano melodies of 'Excited' and 'The Search,' which transport you to a world of beauty and freedom.

But "Unfold" is more than just a collection of beautiful melodies; it is an album that speaks to the soul, where !Paul effortlessly connects music and title. Such as in 'New Day,' where downtempo, chillout, and indie dance influences herald a fresh start, or in 'She Whispers,' where an enchanting piano and a gentle voice guide you through life's chaos.

The album delves deeper into the human experience with introspective pieces like 'As It Is,' capturing a moment of focused serenity, and 'Self-reflection,' a pure example of musical art that transforms depth, silence, and thoughtfulness into sound. And then there's 'Nowhere Fast,' a track that invites you to wander, daydream, and find peace in the 'in-between.' Even the ode to friendship, 'Friends 4 Life,' is infused with !Paul's characteristic dreamy piano lines.

The musical journey culminates in the previously unreleased 'Echoes.' This closing track opens with the typical !Paul piano sound, underpinned by a deeper synth layer that keeps you engaged without drowning out his exquisite piano playing. Is it his own echo he hears, are they the footsteps of his own past resonating? It's an open ending that simultaneously offers peace, a perfect representation of the momentum in !Paul's existence.

"Unfold" is not just an album; it is an invitation to grow, reflect, and embrace. It is the sound of an artist fully at home in his craft, a gift that Toan Madritsch, the creative force behind !Paul, shares with unprecedented grace and profound depth. Allow yourself to be carried away by the layering, the emotion, and the unparalleled musicality of !Paul’s 'Unfold'.

!Paul - The Search

Wintertime

Since I first started creating and releasing music back in 2015, I've had loads of fun experimenting with virtual orchestral instruments. One of my main composing objectives while using these instruments has been to try and paint vivid cinematic soundscapes that evolve and inspire - 'Rain Shelter [2017]' is my first instalment of works in this style. 

Ever since then, I have created tons of orchestral/ambient works that live in a similar space. Some of which made their way into projects such as "Sketches of an Old Soul [2023]" and "Cloud Fields [2023]" - But even so, there were a few core ideas (started back during my 2015 exploration phase) that never made it to the point of completion. At long last, "Above the Sky [2025]" eventually rose from the aether and acted as the shining motivation needed to finish the unfinished. The results are a marvellous culmination of cinematic vibes built across years of musical sketching and experimenting, now here to delight your ears.

Released on my 30th birthday, and to mark a decade of writing music professionally - may you enjoy this collection of music. 

-Ian Aisling

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Flower Sky

Fernando Velázquez - Edith's Theme

Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close

From The Haunting of Hill House, my favorite serie. <3

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The Haunting Of Hill House (Original Soundtrack)

The Newton Brothers - Go Tomorrow (Erlen Lo-Fi Edit)

Nocturnal Animals (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Wayward Sisters

Training With Mr. Schaibel

Carlos Rafael Rivera