Vertigo Steps - Surface/Light
ARTIST........: Vertigo Steps
TITLE.........: Surface/Light
LABEL.........: Ethereal Sound Works
URL...........: http://www.facebook.com/vertigosteps
GENRE.........: Alt. Rock
QUALITY:......: 262 kbps avg/ 44100Hz / Joint Stereo
RIP DATE......: 2012-06-26
RELEASE DATE..: 2012-04-16
Tracklist:
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01. Vertigo Dawn 1:53
02. The Hollow 4:35
03. Silent Bliss 3:51
04. Railroads Of Life 4:26
05. Tonight I Died, Tomorror I'll Live 4:06
06. Doppler Defect 4:07
07. Disappear Here 4:50
08. Helsinki 5:05
09. Someone (Like You) 4:09
10. Zepellin On Fire 4:10
11. Schadenfreude 3:55
12. Nothing At All 4:35
13. The Porcupine Dilemma 5:16
Total 54:58
Release Notes:
Welcome aboard the Vertigo Steps universe...
Founded by Bruno A. on the heels of the Arcane Wisdom years, set to engage on an
untimely aural endeavour, assembling together the most diverse, intensely
challenging and downright drenching effort: Vertigo Steps is born.
Forged in September 2007 e.v., Vertigo Steps saw dim light predominantly as a
studio project, Bruno A. handling composition and lyrics, but for the ambitious
debut venture 7 guests left their scar, carefully handpicked for their various
areas of expertise and unique attitude towards the music. Making it a
cross-European affair, with inspiring musicians from Finland, Norway, Sweden and
naturally, Portugal. Core members are the duo of Bruno A./ Niko Mankinen, with
Daniel Cardoso joining in for rhythm section and production. Plus the renowned
guests.
VS I... self-titled
Vertigo Steps recorded its first full-length album ôVertigo Stepsö in
March/April 2008, mixed & mastered at UltraSound Studios (Braga, Portugal) by
Daniel Cardoso (mandatory choice for the helm). The 10 songs formed an ever
emotional melting pot of ideas gathered in the former years (including "I of the
Storm", a track from the Arcane Wisdom sessions as well as state of the art
compositions such as "The Swarming Process" or "The Gruesome Smile"). "Vertigo
Steps" also featured an orchestral-laden overture and an instrumental interlude,
seamlessly shifting moods between full-on Melancholy Metal catharsis, demented
groove assaults and textured, orchestrated ambiance.
The album was also vaguely conceptual and with a certain soundtrack feel. Lyrics
dealt with pain, dreams, reality, projections, ill-hidden secrets, mind-disease,
decadence & departure. Songs underlined raw emotion over technique. Artwork to
suit them. It enjoyed huge media praise - some of it can be read below. A
special video was shot for single "Fire Eaters", again earning great feedback
and wide TV broadcast.
VS II... the melancholy hour
Chapter II "The Melancholy Hour" started to take shape since the dawn of 2009,
with new compelling and addictive compositions for a sophomore release.
Recording took place in April/May 2010 at UltraSound Studios (Moita, Portugal),
with master Daniel Cardoso (again producer & drummer). Two inspiring
studio-webisodes were shared and the band worked with the same talented artist
for the artwork.
The sound was rockier, progressive and more solid and memorable than ever, with
more than a few surprises on a truly unique effort and quite a leap and landmark
for the band... 12 tracks, including a cover of "Sweet Sweet Rain" (Gene Loves
Jezebel)! Special vocal guests included the likes of Jules NΣveri and Stein R
Sordal. A highly praised videoclip has been released for the song "INhale", as
well as a studio episode. The band also won a pre-nomination for MTV EMA - BEST
PORTUGUESE ACT and have been enjoying radio/media highlights, broadcast and
interviews.
VS III... surface/ light
While the sophomore album made its way through audiences and media, VS returned
to composing on October 2010. And an incredibly fertile period ensued, with up
to 13 tracks being accomplished as of March. The songs delve deeper in crafting
a unique sound, still with traces of metal and many a rock groove but
progressing further away into new, unnamed territories. Songs are shorter, some
quite direct and all relying heavily on ambience, trademark melancholy and
mesmerizingly memorable melody lines, with more post-rock and ambient slowly
creeping in. A dark luminosity and cinema everywhere - the path has been found,
now more than ever. A studio return is set for late September... Without a
shadow of the doubt, the best VS album ever is in the making... Follow all news
and do leave us you thoughts via Facebook or MySpace. All the very special
guests' names will be announced soon...
Now that you're aboard, do leave your intentionally offensive praise & step into
the Vertigo avalanche.
www.myspace.com/vertigosteps