a r t i s t : Markus Reuter
t i t l e : Trepanation
d a t e : 2006
l a b e l : Lotuspike Records
c a t :
s o u r c e : Normal release
g e n r e : Ambient
r l s. d a t e : 2006-11-22
t r a c k s : 8
b i t r a t e : 186 kbps avg
s i z e : 110.2MB
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Composer, sound designer and touch-style guitarist Markus Reuter makes his
US-label debut on his psychoactive soundscape work, Trepanation. Echoing
chords and voices half-heard contribute to the dreamlike state induced by
Trepanation. The word itself refers to the practice of removing a piece of
the skull to relieve pressure on the brain. This practice was used in times
past to treat a number of psychological conditions; one might imagine the
music on this release being a less invasive method to achieve similar goals.
At times dense, others sparse; at times disturbing and others serene, Reuter
lays a tonal foundation over which partially-intelligible voices and other
effects contribute to the disconnected floating atmosphere of the
subconscious state. Trepanation is Markus Reuter's first release with
Lotuspike, and is a brilliant example of his unique compositional style and
instrumental expertise. Trepanation shimmers with masterfully crafted layers
and contrast, combining soft atmospheres and pulsing rhythmic guitar
textures.
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01-The Key To Conscience [ 6:48 ]
02-Preparation [ 5:29 ]
03-3-4 Days Before The Echo [16:42 ]
04-No Part Of Me Could Summon A Voice [10:09 ]
05-A Prospect That Is Simple [ 6:55 ]
06-Beat [ 9:23 ]
07-Oneness To Deceive [ 6:54 ]
08-Number Of The Mind [17:09 ]
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