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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

Yes, I have already premiered two tracks this week (see Plïnkï Plønkï and Resina), and yes, this is another premiere of a track, and yet it is immensely needed, wanted, and necessary during these somewhat anxious times. “Rjóður” comes from the Icelandic composer Snorri Hallgrímsson, whom I’ve profiled on many occasions before (see also his In the Studio with… feature), as well as celebrated for his film music, which has been backed by the wonderful Moderna Records (home to many fantastic modern classical and solo piano composers, such as Jacob David, Ed Carlsen, Tim Linghaus, Tambour, and even yours truly). This particular piece appears on Hallgrímsson’s second EP titled Landbrot II – the first having been released last November with five pieces, and now, a year later, with five more. “The collection takes its name from the location of Hallgrímsson’s family cabin in rural Iceland, which he describes as his ‘happy place’. Landbrot translates to erosion or ‘land fractures’, and from this, we can imagine the search for inner calm and acceptance amongst the many obstacles of daily life.”

Read more about this release here: https://hcdi.gs/Landbrot

Landbrot II

Rjóður

TRACK PREMIERE : Snorri Hallgrímsson - Rjóður

UK composer, producer and singer-songwriter Tom Adams' new instrumental record Golden Waves arrives later this month - it features a set of 10 tracks blending Adams' delicate piano playing with a simple yet stunning layering of aetherial instrumentation including his unique falsetto vocals, subtle electronics, electric guitar and percussion. The result is a wash of sound influenced equally by modern-classical piano playing and post-rock / ambient groups such as Sigur Rós and A Winged Victory for the Sullen. With Golden Waves, Adams shows that he continues to be one of the most innovative voices in the scene. 

You can pre-order the album in digital and CD formats over at our Bandcamp store : https://modernarecords.bandcamp.com/album/golden-waves

And stream the 2nd single ‘First Wave’ on your favorite platform : moderna.ampl.ink/firstwave

'First Wave' is built around a harmonic progression of falling major and minor thirds that gives the music at once a sense of tonal identity and yet a centre that is constantly changing. As a result there is no real feeling of beginning and end, just a constant flow of music. I found this to be evocative of sitting on a beach and listening to the arrival of the waves, each somehow being the same yet also unique from the one before it...'' - Tom Adams

Golden Waves

First Wave

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Tom Adams - First Wave

Julia Andersson arrives with her first full length effort, the gorgeous collection of solo piano pieces 'Dröm'. The title means 'dream' or 'illusion' in Swedish, which perfectly encapsulates the dreamlike and relaxing nature of the pieces. Listened from start to finish, the record features an impressive breadth of compositions that invokes the vast forests and mythological beauty of Julia's native Finland. Dröm is available for pre-order in digital format and in a limited edition CD pressing with artwork by Sabatina Leccia, and a mastering by Martyn Heyne at Lichte Studio Berlin.

You're listening to the sweet and soulful album track 'Saknad' - available to stream on your favorite platform : moderna.ampl.ink/saknad

Dröm

Saknad

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Julia Andersson - Saknad

The Darkest Descent by Snorri Hallgrímsson. This gripping 2nd single from his upcoming LP moves from mournful solo piano to a soaring climax with sweeping orchestral strings. It is about how choosing to fight for what you believe in can be the hardest choice to make, and how staying true to that choice over time will make you feel less alone. 

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I Am Weary, Don't Let Me Rest

The Darkest Descent

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Snorri Hallgrímsson - The Darkest Descent

Title track from Icelandic composer Snorri Hallgrímsson's new album "I Am Weary, Don't Let Me Rest". The piece balances light and dark, joy and sorrow; it's a contemplative, soulful number for piano & string ensemble and trombone about our place in the world.

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Snorri Hallgrímsson - I Am Weary, Don't Let Me Rest

We're super thrilled to be partnering up with UK composer Barry Hudson-Taylor for the release of his forthcoming EP 'Kalmte' this September. Hudson-Taylor's new effort is a lush collection of downtempo piano pieces written in celebration of rest and slowness, undulating calmly throughout and sprinkled with hints of jazzy harmonies.

You're listening to the first single Places, out now on all platforms : https://moderna.ampl.ink/places

Kalmte

Places

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Barry Hudson-Taylor - Places

The 2nd instalment of Polish pianist Piotr Wiese’s split single Ídiopáthē is out now! Known for his romantic approach to the instrument, this debut in the electronic / ambient realm is absolute fire. The opener 'Ídio' is a sun soaked electronic number with a driving back beat, sampling and bubbling synths. It is catchy, infectious and downright expertly crafted. The closer 'Páthē' is a reflective ambient number at once spacious and vulnerable. With such an impeccable first foray in the genre, we can't wait to see what's next. In the meantime, do yourself a favour and spin this awesome pair of tracks! https://moderna.ampl.ink/idiopathe

Ídiopáthē

Ídio

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Piotr Wiese - Ídio

Emerging German composer & producer Linus Alberg shares first taste of upcoming LP ‘Elements’. A reflective sonic journey that is at once gripping and patient.

Stream track on your favourite platform : https://moderna.ampl.ink/panther

Elements

Panther

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Linus Alberg - Panther

Haunting Memories (Strings & Piano Version)

Anna Simonetta & Jeff Roy - Haunting Memories (Strings & Piano Version)

Cinematic romantic composition orchestrated with piano, strings, harp and nylon guitar.

Once Upon A Time

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Linus Alberg - Panther

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