Scott Vincent
Electron Birth comes on like an atomic dose of DMT. Roach opens with fast contrapuntal arpeggiations to start the journey. The timing and timbres tell the listener this will be a journey into deep space. Roach is a sonic shaman par excellence and EB is what I'd describe as an advanced Roach recording, playing in the same exalted realms such as Empetus, Magnificent Void and Arc of Passion.
Kenneth Crips
Oh boy electron Birth is good, true space music, for the space between your ears, and Interstellar space. The old term for this sort of music is it arrives and departs your location as it moves through the universe. This is the best album you have released in years.
This mesmerizing masterwork of multi-dimensional analog sequencer spun music connects directly to Steve’s passion for the interweaving of pure emotion, energy, delicate grace and driving flow. Interconnected melodic-rhythmic forms bloom into a constant morphing state of kaleidoscopic change.
Over several months before this piece was recorded, many directions were explored, motifs developed and structures were revealed evolving up to the moment when “Electron Birth” was realized in its final creation. This stellar performance was recorded with a live audience in the studio-like environment of Tucson’s Galactic Center, Feb 11, 2018. The DNA of Molecules of Motion, Spiral Revelation and Skeleton Keys along with the tradition of great German EM School masters is woven into this vibrant long-form journey. The album concludes with “Cloud Currents,” a deep drift zone created in the Timeroom. Post production fine-tuning by Steve and mastering by Howard Givens brings out even more detail and sonic impact from this peak experience.
Experience Return To The Dreamtime – all new expanded and evolved pieces from Dreamtime Return, created live at the Galactic Center, Tucson AZ, February 10, 2018, and broadcast live worldwide on SomaFM.
credits
released August 3, 2018
“Electron Birth” was composed, performed and mixed by Steve Roach at the Galactic Center Tucson Arizona February 11, 2018. Broadcast live worldwide on Soma FM. Recording engineer Rusty Hodge. “Cloud Currents” was created in the Timeroom, Baja Arizona June 2018.
Instruments:
Oberheim Xpander, Emu Esynth, Korg Wavestation, Nordlead 2 and 4, TTSH Arp 2600 clone and Eurorack expander, Doepfer MAQ 16 Sequencer, DSI Mono Evolver, Mackie VLZ 4 – 32 channel mixer. Outboard effects by Lexicon, Line 6, Eventide.
Special thanks to Rusty Hodge of SomaFM for creating an invaluable source point for us all. Kati Astaire and Galactic Center for holding the space for these moments. Sam at Projekt for more that can be listed here.
Cover concept by Steve Roach, Cover image by Jaswe, Graphic design by Sam Rosenthal.
Mastered by Howard Givens - Spotted Peccary Studios NW, Portland, Oregon
As a pioneering cornerstone of ambient-atmospheric-electronic music, internationally-renowned artist Steve Roach has dedicated five decades to exploring myriad soundworlds that connect with a timeless source of inspiration.
The remastered edition of this classic. The breathing suspended embrace of rhythmless, cloud-like atmospheres and serene melodies introduced a new sound for its time. Steve Roach
Emotions quietly stir and resonate in this deeply self-reflective album exploring the terrain between melodic electronic/ambient and modern minimalism. Steve Roach
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Right from the first sound you hear, to the last note - this album will transport you to a natural place. I cannot put into words how this album has been such a huge help. It’s like a friend now - like someone who is always there. An amazing album that everyone should own. Thanks so much, Robert. darkstarr666
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