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Brake Records Releases Philippians Debut CD, Goodnite Life
First offering delivers a blend of organic and electronic elements with broad appeal.
Los Angeles, Calif., August 6, 2006 Brake Records is proud to announce the release of the Philippians debut CD, Goodnite Life. The genre-defying electronic production marks the first release for both the bandcomprised of California natives Cory Nitta and Zak Mering and the label, headed by Ean Sumner.
The Philippians bring a new dimension to todays electronic music scene by applying their distinctive computer-based production techniques to organic sounds. GoodniteLife incorporates soaring vocals, dynamic acoustic performances, electronic elements and esoteric samples culled from everyday Los Angeles life. Inspired by a city that provides a hint of promise on the razors edge of despair, the Philippians coax heartwarming, uplifting melodies from their assortment of cutting-edge music creation tools.
The Philippians embody the new generation of musicians who take on production responsibilities in addition to songwriting and playing instruments. Nitta and Mering recorded the entire album on their PC, with the help of advanced yet affordable tools by companies like M-Audio and Ableton. Mering begins by sampling the sounds of his environment in high resolution via the M-Audio MicroTrack 24/96 and then arranging the sounds in Ableton Live. Nitta then layers his own vocals and performances on acoustic instruments including hammer dulcimer, harp, keys, guitar, bass and drums with orchestral sounds from libraries.
First offering delivers a blend of organic and electronic elements with broad appeal.
Los Angeles, Calif., August 6, 2006 Brake Records is proud to announce the release of the Philippians debut CD, Goodnite Life. The genre-defying electronic production marks the first release for both the bandcomprised of California natives Cory Nitta and Zak Mering and the label, headed by Ean Sumner.
The Philippians bring a new dimension to todays electronic music scene by applying their distinctive computer-based production techniques to organic sounds. GoodniteLife incorporates soaring vocals, dynamic acoustic performances, electronic elements and esoteric samples culled from everyday Los Angeles life. Inspired by a city that provides a hint of promise on the razors edge of despair, the Philippians coax heartwarming, uplifting melodies from their assortment of cutting-edge music creation tools.
The Philippians embody the new generation of musicians who take on production responsibilities in addition to songwriting and playing instruments. Nitta and Mering recorded the entire album on their PC, with the help of advanced yet affordable tools by companies like M-Audio and Ableton. Mering begins by sampling the sounds of his environment in high resolution via the M-Audio MicroTrack 24/96 and then arranging the sounds in Ableton Live. Nitta then layers his own vocals and performances on acoustic instruments including hammer dulcimer, harp, keys, guitar, bass and drums with orchestral sounds from libraries.
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word up!
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So fucking good.
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nice :)
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<3
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livingRman wrote:
Underrated
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i love it
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Yeah, this is good stuff.
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Awesome music.
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