the video — https://violamoonshape.com/video-1

how we made the video — https://tinyurl.com/y5cbbmgr

the blog — https://violamoonshape.com/blog/f/on-smog-part-1

stems for remixers available here: blnd.io/3ev4Elk

did it take some time after 
even as they did play?
did it take some time after 
or was it all just a laughter?
did it not take you by surprise
how my world wells with tears?
just thinking about it 
how the mess begins, darling 
how the mess, the mess begins, darling 

only there in the night 
when it starts to fall 
only there in the night 
do I see my fault 
only there in the night 
incognito deal 
only there in the night 
deliberate deal 
only there in the night 
reaction is served 
only in serving the cause of all causes 
only in serving the cause
does the dust settle 

how long will it take me
only to feel for you?

ॐ

part 1 in g flat major (a440) 
part 2 in e major (a440)
written, performed, and recorded by viola moonshape in april 2020
mixed by viola and brahma in september 2020
mastered by brahma in october 2020
copyright © 2020 viola moonshape

ॐ

vocals > neumann u87ai > apollo twin > logic (tracks 01–07)
fender squier precision bass > apollo twin > logic (track 08)
liverpool software bass > logic (track 09)
korg minilogue xd > apollo twin > logic (track 10)
mayapur jackals > sennheiser mk 66 > zoom h4n > logic (track 11)
carob pod shaker > sm57 > boss rc–505 > apollo twin > logic (track 12)
maracas > sm57 > boss rc–505 > apollo twin > logic (track 13)
gibson es–335 > apollo twin > logic (track 14)
garritan abbey road studios cfx > logic (track 15)
conch shell > neumann u87ai > apollo twin > logic (track 16)
lowden f-25 > neumann u87ai > apollo twin > logic (tracks 17, 18)
drums programmed in logic (tracks 19–22)

ॐ

cover by brahma
frame from don's footage
copyright © 2020 viola moonshape

ॐ

Smog Part One

The Music Video

Smog Part One (video on youtube)

JARV’s lifelong love affair with music has deep roots, sprouting in the ‘70s influenced by six older siblings always spinning tunes.  Festivals have been a crucial part of his fabric since his first taste at Sweetwaters ‘83.  JARV’s sets reflect his broad musical palette, recreating his journey from  the reggae-infused snow and surf of Whanganui via the psychedelic experience of cave living in India and the melting pot that was the exploding dance culture of early ‘90s London. Now based in Tāmaki Makaurau, JARV's experimentation across music’s multiple genres continues to evolve. He knows how to party and how to bring the party.

Bookings -   richardjarvis483@gmail.com

https://www.facebook.com/richard.jarvis.9465/

Photography by : Richard Jarvis & Bruce Jarvis #   
Apart from Lee Scratch Perry & The Ska Photo.

Past Gigs ... 
1998 Red Eye Cafe Gigs
1998 Seans House party with the amazing band from Palmy - Cortina.
!4,8,99 - Roots Bar with Keeping Tadpoles (Whanganui) 
28,8,99 - Fine Arts Hat Ball (Whanganui) 
4,9,99 - Roots Bar - Global Dance (Whanganui)
11,9,99 - Red Eye Cafe - Tranceported  (Whanganui)
17,9,99 - Roots Bar with DJ Melt 
30,10,99 -Roots Bar with The Hasselhoff Experiment.
20,11, 99 -Fine Arts Gig. War Memorial Hall Whanganui
7,9, 2000 Fallout Festival with Nick on the ones & twos  -Sunbeam - (Ohakune)

https://www.instagram.com/marmar0708/
https://soundcloud.com/shinsemia
https://soundcloud.com/romane5
https://pskc7878fcyms.wixsite.com/shinsemia

https://linktr.ee/ViolaMoonshape
https://violamoonshape.com
~
vocalist
composer
musician
actor
performance artist
radiohead expert :)
philosopher
~
finno-bavarian
born in scandinavia
educated in scotland
living in sweden
~
thom's my musical guru
jonny my inspiration
colin my rock
ed my beacon
and the amazing phil i met in kirkcaldy
looking forward to working with nigel
~
guitars: 
taylor 914ce
lowden f-25
gibson es-335
takamine ef360sc
fender telecaster
furch om 24 sr
furch d 40 12-string
~
pianos: 
yamaha clp-575
yamaha clp-440
~
microphones:
neumann u87ai
neumann kms 105
shure sm57
shure sm58
sennheiser mk 64
sennheiser mk 66
telinga pro-8 parabolic
~
bass:
fender squier precision bass
~
synths:
korg minilogue xd
yamaha reface cp
~
drums:
roland td 4k2
korg wavedrum wd-x
~
software instruments:
garritan abbey road studios cfx
spectrasonics trilian
arturia pigments
~
amps:
vox ac15c1
acus one-ad wood
roland kc-110
rotel ra-12
~
monitors:
bowers & wilkins 683 s2
genelec 8030a
~
headphones:
sennheiser hd800s
bowers & wilkins p7
~
loopers:
boss rc-505
boss rc-1
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effect pedals:
line 6 dl4
electro harmonix deluxe big muff π
electro harmonix pitch fork
proco rat 1986
proco rat 1988
strymon bigsky
boss eq-200
chase bliss audio warped vinyl hifi
~
audio interface & daw:
universal audio apollo twin quad
universal audio satellite tb3 octo
zoom h4n
logic pro x
~
banner photography by viola moonshape
~

Please feel free to check out my YouTube channel and Instagram accounts
https://youtube.com/@mugfish76mugfish40?si=RTpuCuetokQsRVjA

https://www.instagram.com/mugfish76?igsh=MTl3MmdjY2ludG1ueQ==

For the universe, from me, I infrequently post some homemade and overly-dramatic GarageBand tracks about EARTH+PEACE+INCLUSION+KINDNESS+OCEAN
+VOLLEYBALL
and repost tracks from artists I think are cool.

MOON AND ARIES is a genre-defying, retro-futuristic music duo creating emotionally immersive soundscapes that blur the lines between synth-pop, chill electronica, cinematic soul, trip-hop, and jazz-infused lounge. Combining poetic lyricism with lush production and smooth vocal interplay, their songs feel timeless - yet unmistakably modern. 

Driven by their shared passion for storytelling through sound, Moon and Aries deliver music that connects on a deeply human level. 

Their catalog explores universal themes: 
transformation, empowerment, longing, healing, and spiritual awakening. Whether it’s a quiet moment of self-reflection, a triumphant personal shift, or a love scene that needs to glow from within - Moon and Aries provide the perfect sonic companion. 
Each track is built with sync in mind: strong emotional arcs, memorable melodic hooks, dynamic instrumental sections, and vocal textures that range from intimate whispers to anthemic declarations.  
With a sound often compared to artists like Sade, A-ha, Portishead, Depeche Mode, and Massive Attack, Moon and Aries offer a sonic palette that blends nostalgia with new-world 
optimism - ideal for storytelling that needs depth, mood, and meaning. 
All songs are 100% one-stop and available with full mixes, instrumentals, stems, and lyric sheets.
 
Genres: Retro-Futuristic Pop, Synthpop, Trip-Hop, R&B/Soul, Chill Electronica, Cinematic Soul, Electro-Jazz, Electronic, Retro wave, 80s 

MELODY MEETS MEANING! www.moonandaries.com

new Release!!
https://parametric.bandcamp.com/album/iii

Some old & closer projects, below. Also contacts

Feel free to comment.

Contact: gonzojfrances@gmail.com

We're late starters, hence the name.  Andy started playing and learning how to use a DAW to keep distracted during the covid lockdown, while Helen finally realised a long held ambition to have a go at singing, and is now both writing and performing.
We love the community on Soundcloud, where we can share our music with like minded souls.

Andy & Helen

im a independent artist form kent. follow me on instagram @lead_finger and pleas add me on spotify lead

Smog Part One (video on youtube)

Viola Moonshape