Alex completed this work in September 2022. It evokes a conversation between generations, where poli-tonal elements, minor differences in instrument tuning and interpretation add color and dramatic accents.
For two pianos, or piano and keyboard.
The work will was premiered in March 2023 at the National Composer Conference at the University of Montevallo.

Tough Love

A sense (in Swedish ”förnimmelse”) is a biological system used by an organism for sensation, the process of gathering information about the world through the detection of stimuli.

To this sense the brain can observe color, forms, heat, coldness, taste, movement, smells and sounds.

But also in the unconscious we can experience things and perceive, like in a dream.

While visiting an ancient monastery in Sweden I got a feeling or sensation that something beautiful and sad had happened there. I got inspired by these sensations and made music.

In this album we will take a journey through these senses, from the world we live in, to the dream, the unconscious and things beyond words, sometimes a bit like music. It's an abstract experience…

”Knowing your own darkness is the best method for dealing with the darkness of other people”

”Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes” (C.G Jung)

F​ö​rnimmelser

Henrik Meierkord - Subliminal Perception

oh this was fun! 
please check the incredible original and the other collaborations ;)
https://soundcloud.com/noxpox13/noxpox-dreamin-ov-moonrocks

noxpox . Dreamin Ov Moonrocks . Answers X-SyntheSis Remix

Second single released, which will be on our debut album entitled "Inner Self".



LYRICS

Mother, mother

I've promised more than I could give
The words can't explain
What I still miss
Live all you can with one thing in mind
You left beauty in a world
That seems dead inside

Who will walk in your shoes now?
Who will walk in your shoes now?

Reaching for pain as a way to survive
Lose all hope with an open smile
A silent talk, an open book
The ending is near so lose all fears

And who will walk in your shoes now?
Who will walk in your shoes now?
Who?



Carlos Carneiro - Guitar
Daniel Moreira - Vocals and Guitar
Frederico Lopes - Drums
Luís Almeida - Bass

Recorded at Evoluisom Studios
www.facebook.com/evoluisomstudios.pnf

Produced by Daniel Moreira
Mixed and mastered by Daniel Moreira

Artwork - Phobos Anomaly Design
www.facebook.com/PhobosAnomalyDesign

What Now?

DCR - THUNDER KISS '65 - DCOMPOSED

This track was made mostly for fun and to experiment with a new genre! I made this track using my new electronic drum kit, finally got it hooked up to my PC and recorded some midi. This song is simple, and shares lofi and Nujabes inspiration. I know it's different then usual, just felt like experimenting; hope you enjoy :)
(no prior experience with the genre, sorry if it isnt the best haha :P)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eum4IIkn_QU

Cirrus

Our Hard'N'Heavy series of podcasts focuses on new traditional metal and hard rock releases ... along with the odd hard rock'n'roll and melodic punk outing. Basically anything that doesn't fit on our Extreme Metal, Hardcore Punk or Doom series!
 
This edition we focus on October and November 2023 releases. 

Horns up!

(00:00) "Blood, Bone and Fire"
DESTRUCTOR - Blood, Bone and Fire 
Blood Bone and Fire | Destructor (bandcamp.com)

(04:37) "In the Moonlight"
HIGH SPIRITS - Safe on the Other Side
Safe on the Other Side | High Spirits (bandcamp.com)  

(7:48) "Unite"
RECEIVER - Whispers of Lore
Whispers of Lore | Receiver (bandcamp.com)

(13:07) "Kneel Before Gods"
RECKLESS - Sharp Majik Steel
Sharp Magik Steel | Reckless | Dying Victims Productions (bandcamp.com)

(17:17) "Who's the Boss"
BONAFIDE - Are You Listening?
(5) Facebook

(19:38) "Fire Eagle"
STEELRATH - Prayers of War
Prayers Of War | Alex Livás, Bruno Coimbra, André Ranhel e Jiúlio D. César | SteelRath (bandcamp.com)

(24:22) "Annihillation"
HELMS DEEP - Treachorous Ways
Treacherous Ways | Helms Deep (bandcamp.com)

(28:41) "Empress of the Emptiness"
DUSK - Wheels of Twilight
Wheels of Twilight | DUSK (bandcamp.com)

HNH NEW RELEASES - Oct Nov 2023

HARD'N'HEAVY NEW RELEASES - October/November 2023

Produced by Shuta Shinoda at Hackney Road Studios
Mastered by John Webber

A Void - The Gutter

According to Wikipedia, "We Are Young" is a 2011 song by the group, "Fun" featuring Janelle Monae.  It was co-written by a long list of people (Jack Antonoff, Jeff Bhasker, Andrew Dost, and Nathaniel Ruess).  The song reached #1 on 4 charts (US Billboard Hot 100, US Billboard Adult Top 40, US Billboard Hot Rock and Alternative Songs, and the US Billboard Mainstream Top 40 Songs) and also got on 3 other charts in the United States.  I did this KaraFun karaoke track rendition duet with Amanda at Champions' Sports Bar and Grill in Richmond KY on 11/29/2023.  It was the first time we sang this song and it is kind of complicated at times.   Thank you for listening.

We Are Young (Duet With Amanda At Champions 11292023).WAV

MODERN SOUL
I studied piano and composition in Romania (where I was born), and then in Israel, where I lived for many years before moving to the US in 2003. I also received comprehensive scientific education and had a successful hi-tech and management career. 
In this new chapter of my life, I'm pursuing my passion for music again, creating authentic music, at the intersection of East and West. My compositions are a reflection of my heart, soul, understanding of the world and my experiences over the years. In my music, I tend to balance between artistic intuition and structural rigor, always prioritizing the emotional experience.
My music is performed throughout the US, and won several awards such as the New Ariel Piano Composition Competition, Saint-Saens International Music Competition, Vivaldi International Music Competition, King’s Peak International Music Competition and is featured on Navona Recordings label.
I live in Dallas with my wife and we have two adult children and two grand daughters. I like to hike, jog, meditate and enjoy modern art.
I serve on the board of NACUSA National, and I’m exploring new creative collaborations with composers, performers and other artists, pursuing creative and/or business collaborations.

Contact me at:   alex.shapi2020@gmail.com
Follow me on my FaceBook page: Alex Shapira composer
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089837462676
Youtube Channel:    https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCsDPn_RU4vcmJdVwlNOVkEg

Tough Love

Alex Shapira - composer

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