Satellite is the 4th album from Graham Richardson's Last Days. Richardson who is now well known for his cinematic electro-acoustic pieces that effortlessly invoke an almost inconceivably tangible imagery has this time around turned ever inward for Satellite's core inspiration. While Richardson credits the album with certain personal themes in tow he's more apt to let the listener gather their own meaning of the album's affinity of satellite and stars. The song New Transmission features vocals by Beth Arzy (Aberdeen, Trembling Blue Stars) and could very well sum up the album's apex while delivering the most pop affected Last Days song to date. Satellite is out Sept 17th on n5MD

Last Days - Fidra

Subtle shades arise from a quiet piano, with colours softly resonating through the air. Take in Ole-Bjørn Talstad warm and subdued playing; his latest number Leiting is a real treat for the senses.

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Leiting

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Ole-Bjørn Talstad - Leiting

In a sonic world which currently appears to be saturated with meditative and reflective music, it seems too hard to meditate and then reflect upon the meaning of this saturation. Is it the fact that we’re all receding into quietude and need a bit more space for all our mental health, or is it simply the machinery behind the scenes that works like a suggestive algorithm to feed us more of what we want? I suspect the truth lies somewhere in between because it’s a little bit of both. Thankfully, I think I can see right through the latter, and bring you closer to the former because there are a few artists, and more importantly, record labels, that really focus on aesthetics, delivering music that connects every listener, and not just dilutes them with more of the same. In this particular case, I am speaking, of course, of Moderna, which since 2015, has been offering us beautiful gems. With their latest release, this Montreal-based imprint is introducing us to a Polish composer and pianist, Piotr Wiese. Building upon a successful string of film soundtracks, singles and albums, Wiese is currently working on a new LP for the label, but today we can get a sneak preview into his world with a charming title track, taken from his upcoming EP in September. “Coming Home” is a lovingly executed solo piano piece, with roots in European romanticism and newly-born branches in contemporary classical and reductionist minimalism genres – exactly how I like it. It’s a poetic melody that comforts and quilts, reminding me so much of those meditative and reflective pieces that I love so much to console in, even if they come from a turbulent mind of my own.

"Coming Home is all about a journey – the one you undertake to get to know your true self. Sometimes a lot of time has to pass to get to the place where you live your own life, rather than the lives of others. And then when you get to that place it feels like ‘coming home’ from a long journey. There can nonetheless be sadness because there are people, often loved ones, you have to leave behind to live in peace with yourself amidst the joy of the return to self."

Coming Home

TRACK PREMIERE : Piotr Wiese - Coming Home

We could not be happier to announce that we'll be releasing Ole-Bjørn Talstad's debut record 'Ferd' on February 24 2023. 'Ferd' is an old Norwegian word meaning journey or voyage, which can also be used to indicate someone's journey through life. It is an apt name for Ole-Bjørn's album, which, while containing doses of nordic melancholy, perfectly captures his hopeful and optimistic outlook. 

We'd love for you to check out the first single 'Her' which is out now : moderna.lnk.to/her

Ferd

Ole-Bjørn Talstad - Her

2nd single from Norwegian pianist and composer Ole-Bjørn Talstad's upcoming record Ferd. This is a delicate and reflective piece entitled Motbakke, but it has a deeper meaning.

"Sometimes life feels like a constant uphill struggle, never reaching the top, always new hills to climb. But that’s how we evolve... This song is an ode to the process/work/struggle/hard-times and a reminder to try and look for the joy and beauty in it."

You can listen to Motbakke on your favorite platform, right here: moderna.lnk.to/motbakke

Motbakke

Ole-Bjørn Talstad - Motbakke

'All Things Made New' is about a fresh start, restoration, transformation - about finding a fix for the troubles in the world. @danielschrage

Stream on your favorite platform : li.sten.to/atmn

All Things Made New

Daniel Schrage - All Things Made New

We are thrilled to announce the new record 'Friede' by Hamburg based composer and pianist @lindarummusic. She has created a collection of 14 intimate vignettes that are full of catchy melodies and delicately arranged harmonies that are beautifully woven together. We're excited to share the album's opening track 'Innen' with you, which is a tender and thoughtful piece inviting you into the gorgeous world Linda has created. 

🎧 moderna.lnk.to/innen

Innen

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Linda Rum - Innen

Jozef De Schutter has announced his new record 'Stillness' which we have the pleasure of releasing this spring. You can dive into the record's aptly named first single 'Horizon' now!

🎧 moderna.lnk.to/horizon

Stillness

Horizon

Jozef De Schutter - Horizon

Sad +

"Dreams" is part of Recollections Vol. 2 released by Sonder House as part of Piano Day 2019.

Dreams

Spaces ∞
Composed & Produced by Brock Hewitt
from my new album "Quiet Moments of Hope"

https://open.spotify.com/artist/1PWCCcjCmwzjYb48VWpGcm?si=AGbTh7BNR46WA3UocUj8Tw

https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/brock-hewitt-stories-in-sound/1227900382

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Spaces ∞

say hello / licensing / demos 
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We're here to trace a line from electronic sound designers to classical composers, connecting them through the realms of ambient & cinematic music.

Daniel Schrage - All Things Made New

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