My third single takes a turn toward natural bass guitar as a lead instrument. This track was one of those rare times when the music just flowed out in under 48 hours! For me, it evokes feelings of flying and travel, of empty straight roads and floating serenely on waves. I’ve used a variety of ”motion” synth sounds, bells, strings and a woodwind ensemble to add depth, interest and intrigue. Enjoy!

Pale Arrow

Its time for a little update on one of my favorite holiday tunes! Enjoy this downtempo, chill out romp.

Carol of the Bells (cover)

What makes a tribe? In most cases tribes form when people with similar needs, interests and philosophies find each other. Just like people in a tribe, the 8 songs on this album have common threads tying them together, but they are still engaging pieces of musical expression when heard individually. Victor  says "my goal with these songs was to create songs I like individually but that still take the audience on a musical journey when taken as a whole." He adds, "Doesn't all good music make you feel something?"

Encompassing the full range of emotions involved in community; loss, change, growth and renewal, Lost Tribe is expansive and melancholy, upbeat and reflective. The songs are rooted in retro, rhythmic synth elements, real performances on bass, guitar and keys, and grounded by customized drum layers topped with found sound recordings collected from nature, everyday life and childhood/family recordings from the last 3 generations of Victor's family (who were all involved in overseas service). When taken altogether these elements create Coastal Dynamic's unique feel-good grooves.

"During the last couple of years as this collection of songs has been birthed, the themes of tribe, community, and reinvention have been formost in my personal life journey and have (not surprisingly) colored my music. Lost Tribe arriving during this time of global change and reinvention, economic and social injustices, is an undeniable synchronicity that I whole-heartedly embrace" says Phillips.

Tapping Curiosity

One With The Bear

Strange Heir

I Had A Good Trip

Corduroy Cat

Lost Tribe

Square Planet

Chasing An Optimistic Sunset

Coastal Dynamic is the brain-child of American multi-instrumentalist/composer/engineer Victor Phillips. It’s a vehicle for creating music using real instruments, found sounds and software to evoke emotion and create aural landscapes. His goal is to produce music that inspires, refreshes and propels you through your day!

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