When you're running away from music theory but it's catching up.

RUNNNNNNN

It's time for ＣＨＩＰＴＵＮＥ !!!!

Labyrinthine Forest

I've been working on this record for the better part of 3+ years. Much of the over-all concept was born out of a response to things related to the COVID-19 pandemic, either with themes of 'Escapism' and 'Isolation' (and the comfort that can come with it at times), or wanting to mentally remove myself to a safe space away from reality, as well as binge-watching trash TV with my partner, like 'Love Island', which definitely inspired the album cover and some of the track titles (such as 'Villa Dreamin'). Aesthetically there's also some loose nods to the liminal spaces present in "Hyperbolic Time Chamber" vibes from 'DBZ', the digital world as depicted in the 'Digimon' movie from the 90's, and my love for Pokemon (with 'Rare Candy'). I hope you enjoy this journey from start to finish!

ALBUM CREDITS: 

2023 fakenumberland

Shady Monk is David A. Gravagno
(*'Fire Is A Time Machine' & 'Shay.' are alternate aliases of Shady Monk.) 

Album Art, Concept, Production, Composition, Arrangement, Mixing & *Mastering on all tracks by: Shady Monk
(*Except 'Storage Space 1', mastered by: @floorbaba)

THANK YOU: 

Ableton Live, you've made my musical life/journey possible.  
FAKENUMBERLAND, for hosting this album!
 
@DESKPOPmusic crew (& more specifically @Braz_OS & FLOOR BABA), for being amazing supports/friends through the years, as well as always inspiring me to push myself. 

@ninaeba, who was originally featured on the vocal version of 'Polygon Edge (Bittersweet Bop)'.

Sam Turner (creator of the indie beat rhythm game 'Slip Dream Resonator') for allowing the album version of 'Polygon Edge (Bittersweet Bop)' to premier/ be featured in their game! <3

@wearenova (label), because even though there was an issue with my upload & 'PEPSI® Blood' was sadly unable to appear on their 'OGC 2023' compilation, I'd' have never made the tune without being prompted to for that comp, & it truly belonged on this album!

A FINAL THANK YOU TO ALL MY TALENTED FRIENDS & EVERYONE WHO CONTINUES TO SUPPORT MY WORK & INSPIRE ME EVERY DAY! YOU'RE ALL AMAZING! <3 <3 <3

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Storage Space 1 (album Version)

Music: Master of Chaos
Original composer: Wataru Ishibashi (Falcom Sound Team jdk)
Arrangement: @ViRiXDreamcore | Violin & Cello: Dmitriy Isakov
Playlist:   

 • Falcom Boss Rush Phase 2  
Album: Falcom Boss Rush Phase 2
Mastering: YourVinished | Cover Art: YuzuKiyochii | Project Organizer: Recca

Copyright© Nihon Falcom Corporation / Resonant Union

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[Resonant Union] Master Of Chaos (VM Japan)

meow

11.11.2023 birds

I wrote and played this song after shoulder surgery so I had to keep all the parts very simple (played the cello-sampled melody with my non-dominant hand). The song utilizes analog hardware synthesizers and digital samples. The vibe is "chill but epic video game moment when the hero defeats the level 4 boss". Or something.

Mastered by Shawn Hatfield

Downtime

One of the tracks from my new album, "Real to Reel - An 80s Love Letter." 

I grew up in the SF Bay Area. The 1st drive of the summer, over "the hill" to Santa Cruz was always a special one.

If you like this, maybe buy the whole album at https://christopherclement.bandcamp.com/

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1st Drive Of Summer

Zenitsu vs Kaigaku Prelude | 我妻善逸 vs 獪岳 前奏曲

Shady Monk, TOFIE - Flower Shop (Shady Monk & TOFIE 'VIP' Edit)

Hi, the name's David (or Dave)and I compose film scores and game soundtracks. I usually produce music that sounds like it came right out of Sonic, MegaMan, Final fantasy, and other Eastern game franchises... Or at least that's what my friends told me. xD 

If you want to know how I made these or want some production tips, drop by on twitch. I stream Every Wednesday.
www.twitch.tv/virix_dreamcore 


What's a ViRiX?
ViRiX is the Virtually Interfaced Radial Integrator Extension, also known as the Core. It is a fourth dimensional  semi-sentient device that creates art and integrates it with the planet. AKA: My imagination personified. There's an entire story based on it, yeah I had way too much time to think about this.  :P

[Resonant Union] Master Of Chaos (VM Japan)

ViRiX Dreamcore

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