Independent record label based in London.  2009 - present day.

Erik Satie (1866–1925)
Erik Satie was a French composer and pianist, renowned for his unconventional and often humorous approach to music, which was ahead of its time and played a pivotal role in the development of modern music. Born on May 17, 1866, in Honfleur, France, Satie’s work was marked by a distinctive simplicity, originality, and wit, often challenging traditional forms and musical expectations.

Satie’s compositions are characterized by their minimalist, repetitive structures, unconventional harmonies, and unexpected juxtapositions of moods. His best-known works, such as Gymnopédies, Gnossiennes, and Trois morceaux en forme de poire, are celebrated for their introspective atmosphere, gentle rhythms, and subtle, evocative textures. These pieces, particularly the Gymnopédies, are considered some of the earliest examples of Impressionism in music, and they influenced not only the composers of his time, including Claude Debussy, but also the development of later movements such as minimalism and ambient music.

Beyond his music, Satie was a colorful and eccentric figure, known for his distinctive personality and his willingness to break with tradition. His work often reflected his unconventional philosophy of life, and he frequently infused his music with humor, surrealism, and even absurdity. He coined terms like "furniture music" to describe his experimental, ambient-style compositions, which anticipated the avant-garde developments of the 20th century.

Satie was a key figure in the French avant-garde movement and collaborated with notable artists, including Jean Cocteau and Pablo Picasso. Although he struggled financially and was often overlooked during his lifetime, his influence grew posthumously, and today he is regarded as one of the most innovative and idiosyncratic composers of the early 20th century.

The Erik Satie profile on SoundCloud is dedicated to showcasing his timeless compositions, offering a variety of interpretations of his works. From the iconic piano solos to orchestral arrangements, this profile brings Satie’s unique musical vision to life, allowing listeners to experience the subtle beauty, humor, and innovation that define his legacy.precursor to later artistic movements such as minimalism, repetitive music, and the Theatre of the Absurd.

Debut single 'Sick Of Hate' was released in 1999 on Day Release records, swiftly followed by live performances across London and Berlin. Signed to Fire Records in 2001 and opened shows for, amongst others, Mark Eitzel and British Sea Power.

Debut album 'He Was A Woman' was released in 2002, followed by the critically acclaimed 'No Love' E.P.

In 2004 David performed at SXSW festival in Texas, recorded a number of sessions for BBC Radio, and composed music for a series of short experimental films.

A ltd edition CD single 'I'm Spending Christmas With Jesus This Year' was released at the close of 2005 and was described by the Western Mail as 'Probably the most tragic christmas song ever produced.'

After a myriad of singles, ep's and collaborations, including a contribution to 'Chamber Music', a tribute album to James Joyce (featuring Sonic Youth, Ed Harcourt, Magnetic Fields, Mercury Rev, &amp; many others)

David's second full length vocal album, 'The Beautiful Trustful Future' was released in March 2008 on Fire Records, and features the 7" single 'The Man Who Stayed In Bed Forever'. 

A special ltd edition CD album titled 'Black Flowers' (four track instrumental recordings '97-98) was released in February 2010 on Trace Recordings.

Summer and winter tours of Poland were undertaken in 2010, along with a 3 week trip to New Hampshire to continue writing and recording with Ingrid Chavez.

A third album of songs, 'Patron Saint of Missing', featuring Yazz Ahmed, Chris Prosser and Dario Bernal-Villegas, was completed in in 2012, but remains unreleased.

A founder member of free improvisation group Four Seasons Television, who released their debut album 'Skip All' in 2013.

A new instrumental E.P. titled 'The Glaze' was made available as a download on Bandcamp in 2013.

A ltd edition CD was released in 2014 titled 'Museum of You', followed by an appearance at the Opole Songwriters Festival in Poland.

Collaborated with Abigail Hopkins on a piece for a project setting the James Joyce book 'Finnegans Wake' to music. This was released by Waywords and Meansigns on May 4th 2017.

A new vocal album 'Private Ruins (Vol 1)' was released on June 5th 2017.

In October 2017 a new single, 'Into the Dawn' was recorded in New Hampshire USA with DJ, musician, producer and Ingrid Chavez collaborator Marco Valentin. This was released in December 2017, accompanied by the song 'Sat on a Table'.
After returning to London, collaborated with Chavez and Valentin for what would become 'Driving to the End of a Dream' a song that appears on Ingrid's 2019 album 'Memories of Flying'.
In Summer of 2019 performs live in London with Ingrid Chavez and her band in promotion of her recent album 'Memories of Flying'.

In 2020 an unmastered instrumental recording 'The Dead House' was made available on Bandcamp, followed by the 24 minute meditative piece 'All Our Sundays' in 2021.

On May 1st 2024 a new instrumental album was released. 
'Nervous Animal' was recorded at home in London and features David Comidi, Gordon Davies and Ryder Sharkey.

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"Van Go Lion bring that strong sense of the 80s and early 90s electropop authenticity, with the amplification of the 2000s. Well-crafted Pop is well-crafted music - period; it merges commercial appeal with creative verity. Paige and Loerzel craft music that is catchy, but classically-trained." - Trapperkeeper

"... unabashedly electro-pop and just gorgeous sounding that will most definitely take you back to the "Pretty In Pink" days of school discos..." - Electroqueer

"Van Go Lion's sound has a marvelous synth/dance/retro vibe about it. Amy Paige's powerful vocals are a major highlight in every song, and Josh Loerzel's production pays homage to the great dance tunes of the 80s and 90s, but with a really euro-modern originality." - Auditory Love

"In a land filled with cookie cutter top-40 products, it’s hard to stand out when it comes to pop, but Van Go Lion repeatedly does it, and (at least in our opinion) they’re doing it better than anybody else." - The Get Downnn

"From the made-for-an-80s-soundtrack brilliance of 'The Ache' to their dark house-y debut single 'Body Moves' to the straight-up poptastic eargasm that is 'We Don't Miss A Beat', these guys have kept fans constantly guessing their next musical direction." - Fred Hystere

"...an infectious brand of 80’s inspired electro-pop with insanely catchy hooks fused with big vocals and compulsive electro beats" - Hard Candy

"There are a lot of DIY pop acts out there. Some of them get it wrong. Some of them get it right. Van Go Lion get it right more than they get it wrong. - Pop Justice

"I am wetting myself at the prospect of a full album from these guys" - The Razor Wire

"...a collection of glittering electronic pop, with some soulful bits thrown in, and it's AMAZING!" - Fabtastic!

Carolyn Hume on Piano and Keys.
Paul May on Drums and Metals.

Gothic, Darkwave, Mittelalter und Neue Deutsche Todeskunst von Explizit Einsam. Gegründet wurde Explizit Einsam im Jahr 1992 von dem Musiker, Komponisten und Sänger Andreas Ohle mit dem Ziel, romantisch verträumte und traurig nachdenkliche Lieder zu schreiben um sich selbst zu finden. Explizit Einsam kombiniert Gothic und Darkwave mit mittelalterlichen und elektronischen Klängen. Die Songtexte sind eine Reise durch die Tiefe des inneren Ichs und handeln von Themen wie Tod, Einsamkeit, unerfüllter Liebe, Sinnlosigkeit des Lebens und Grausamkeit der eigenen Existenz. 

DISCOGRAPHIE
1992 Das Trauma MC
1995 Im Paradies der verlorenen Tränen MC
1997 Erben des Vergessens ALBUM
1999 Das Elixier ALBUM
2000 Kelch der Trauer ALBUM
2004 Auf Ewig CD
2008 Reflexion Unendlich CD
2012 Totentanz ALBUM
2013 Geisterwelt ALBUM
2017 Immanenz ALBUM
2019 Requiem ALBUM
2021 Exodus ALBUM
2022 Wirklich Sein EP
2022 Am Grab EP
2022 Traum vom Leben EP
2022 Wunsch EP
2023 Unschein EP
2023 Alle Sterben EP
2025 Was ich bin EP
2025 Sei ein Vogel EP
2025 Der letzte Gang EP

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