*Updated 12/05/2023*

Homage to the theme from Bungie's 1995 game, Marathon 2: Durandal by Power of Seven, a.k.a. Paul Sebastian/Psykosonik

I recognized that it was just about impossible to outdo the original track for a number of reasons, and so it was probably best to take it in my own direction rather than try to copy perfection.

Originally I planned to go in a more dub-techno direction, but I favour heavy, complex synths and so I ate that path instead. If it isn't obvious, the main, bassy synth lead in the mid-range I called "Durandal's voice" and that's the role its meant to play, supported by the bassy legato stabs, plus distorted guitar and reverbed acoustic guitar in the mid-high range. The slower pace and complex arrangements were inspired here by some of my favourite deep-indie/electro artists, Future Bones and Damon Jee on Tici Taci.

I still want to experiment what it might sound like with more dub chords and a more warehousey kick, maybe a different mix to release with it. 

Still drafting this, so feedback is very welcome <3

(art by Craig Mullins at goodbrush.com)

Waves from Lh'owon (WIP)

Electric Mirage is the project of Douglas Black and Daniel Fowler to bring honest music back to the radio and dancefloor. Douglas wears his '80s and '90s influences on his sleeves, but adds his own sensibilities to create unique, atmospheric, and heart-felt melodic music that reaches across decades and genres. With his first release "Absolute Zero" on Framewerk's Capital Heaven record label, Electric Mirage is off to a very promising start.


Douglas Black and Daniel Fowler met in the Hong Kong nightlife scene and quickly became close friends with a shared passion for music and games.

They also share a passion for connecting with people, and the vision of Electric Mirage was born: create a world where people can come together, express themselves, and connect while listening to meticulously curated music from around the globe. A world with good vibes, good taste, and good company.

Douglas and Daniel’s performances quickly gained the DJ duo respect and followers in their adopted home of Hong Kong, and their rooftop gatherings became cherished memories for many attendees.

In 2020, Douglas Black began his musical residency on well-known UK breaks station, Cutters Choice Radio, and began developing his idea of what a music podcast should be. Each episode of coheres around exploring a story or idea through a variety of tracks from around the world, with quality and honesty being the most important criteria for selected tracks.

Douglas is currently based out of Tampa Bay, Florida area. Daniel is based out of Lisbon, Portugal.

Contact (promos/booking): electricmiragemusic@gmail.com

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