Ce portrait est l’histoire d’un homme 
Qui grimpe dans les arbres
Et un arbre, c’est aussi un corps.

Un documentaire de Clara Alloing et Adrien Chevrier 
Production : Ciné-Doc

Le vent souffle où il veut

Maps and Diagrams - Occupying Space

In science and the human heart is the latest album from Tokyo-based audio artist and gagaku (Classical Japanese imperial court music) musician Hiroshi Ebina. Ebina made his debut on KITCHEN. LABEL with Faraway Vicinity EP, via a collaboration project with composer Kin Leonn, was recorded during the early days of the Coronavirus pandemic and offered a remedy for social isolation. In science and the human heart represents an evolution of its predecessor and goes deep diving into crafting a warm weightless environment and free-floating ambiance to encourage a state of relaxation, ‘sound health’ and, most interestingly, address issues of the human heart. 

With this release, Ebina opened up about overcoming depression during his early adulthood and created this work as a personal therapeutic process to cope with the experience. Meditative, gentle and minimal, In science and the human heart is a calming recording. The artist produced the music via a system of open-reel tape processing in conjunction with modular synthesizers and acoustic instruments such as music boxes, glockenspiel and guitars. The album starts with the sound of the tape machine (a half-a-century-old NAGRA IV) turning on, and a music box recorded onto 1/4 inch tape slowly reverberates along with a subtle drone. Ebina modifies the playback speed and mics the output from the built-in speaker. The method resulted in capturing some sounds of the tape machine itself, and these were purposefully left in the final mix. Jewel-toned plucked sounds, tape noise and the sounds of found objects alternate with cascades of light and fragile beauty, creating an aura of stillness and an indescribable sense of balance. Light harmonics and decay that hovers throughout the album add its imminently lingering quality. In science and the human heart has an unhurried and lulling quality that lends itself well as a background for meditation or creating a peaceful atmosphere for sleep. 

The instrumental exploration seems to speak directly to the heart, which enfolds the listener in a comforting curve of sound. Ebina states, “Each song is a small message card to listeners. I hope they might be signposts for your life when you need them as they did for me.”

Mastered in New York by Joseph Branciforte, Hiroshi Ebina’s In science and the human heart will be released on November 11, 2022 on limited edition cassette tape and digital formats.

Hiroshi Ebina - You'll be alright (In science and the human heart, 2022)

Temptation

From the album Reflections Vol. 2: Black Decelerant
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Reflections Vol. 2: Black Decelerant

five

Black Decelerant - five

Shadows in the alley
Whispers in the night
Trust no easy melody
Darkness hides the light

Eyes behind the curtain
Lies behind the smile
Paths that seem so certain
Can twist and turn a while

Use your own discernment carefully
Things aren't always what they seem
Watch each step so warily
This world is stranger than a dream

Promises they scatter
Words can turn to dust
In a world that's tattered
Find someone to trust

Every line's a warning
Every sign a clue
Vigilance till morning
Wisdom follows through

Use your own discernment carefully
Things aren't always what they seem
Watch each step so warily
This world is stranger than a dream

Promises they scatter
Words can turn to dust
In a world that's tattered
Find someone to trust

Every line's a warning
Every sign a clue
Vigilance till morning
Wisdom follows through

Use your discernment carefully
Things aren't always what they seem
Watch each step so warily
This world is stranger than a dream

Cruella - Discernment

Thomas Mornane is an Australian producer, & musician who plays several musical instruments. Music production has become a prevailing way to reach and connect with people on that soul level.

After too much time preoccupied with other pursuits, he felt he was at a mystic impasse. Recently, his passion for performing music has been reignited. He is again exploring and expanding his music by actively re-engaging with other musicians, tutors and producers. Tom, has rekindled his journey with sound. He loves sharing his music and is evolving and redefining his style which he sees as a living thing.

Tom endeavours to produce heartfelt simplicity in both acoustic and digital arrangements. These serve as a conduit for introspection and inner peace. Grounded in a journey of self-discovery and spiritual exploration, his taste today varies from enchanting, progressive electronic music to moving acoustic sounds. He embraces his walk with passion.

Share his journey as more styles and archetypes keep evolving and manifesting.

Temptation

Tom Mornane

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