| Mystic Chords & Sacred Spaces Part 2 (Discs 3 & 4) Steve Roach 2003 Projekt PRO143 (CD) Reviewed by Sputnik MusicA cinematic epic for the ears, part 2 of MYSTIC CHORDS & SACRED SPACES builds upon the swirling currents and massive harmonic landscapes established on part 1. On the first disc of part 2 (titled "Recent Future"), Roach creates a state of constant becoming: soundscapes shift and morph in perpetual motion as one space dissolves away only to reveal the next compelling place. This realm of unresolved, suspended beauty reaches a high plateau setting the stage for the final disc's departure into a single long form track, perfectly titled "Piece of Infinity." The serene, mysterious atmosphere of the 74-minute space completes the tour de force MYSTIC CHORDS & SACRED SPACES.
Moving into the majestic realm of pure, non-rhythmic electro-acoustic soundworlds, MYSTIC CHORDS & SACRED SPACES is a stunning 4-CD release marking a new milestone in Roach's history as a true artist of sound. His landmark statements -- including DREAMTIME RETURN, THE MAGNIFICENT VOID and STRUCTURES FROM SILENCE -- are all parts of the uninterrupted flow building to this release. After a recent run of rhythmically fused CD's, Roach moves into awe-inspiring sonic immersion, delving into a spiritual dimension of sound. Nearly 5 years in the making, this release offers a listening experience beyond entertainment and pop culture appeals, creating a new sense of 'ambient orchestration' through a constantly shifting flow of sounds and textures that enters a sacred realm of music.
"Abandoning all conventional notions of music as melody, harmony and rhythm, MYSTIC CHORDS & SACRED SPACES allows the listener blissful hours on the high frontier between deep listening music and the spirituality of pure sound." -- Stephen Hill, Hearts of Space Radio
Note: The 4-Disc Set has an extra $3 shipping charge for deliveries outside the U.S. and Canada.
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Disc 3: Recent Future | 1. | Open Heart | MP3 | 4:38 | |
2. | Turn to Light | MP3 | 9:19 | |
3. | Shift the Dimension | MP3 | 3:46 | |
4. | This Moment is a Memory | MP3 | 5:44 | |
5. | This Moment is Another Memory | MP3 | 4:32 | |
6. | Slightly Below | MP3 | 2:28 | |
7. | Essence of Phaedra | MP3 | 2:45 | |
8. | Left Perfectly Alone | MP3 | 2:29 | |
9. | A Subtle Body Current | MP3 | 5:15 | |
10. | Personal Nature | MP3 | 10:36 | |
11. | Grounding Place | MP3 | 7:48 | |
12. | Turning Back | MP3 | 3:38 | |
13. | The Spiral of Time's Fire Burns On | MP3 | 10:52 | |
Disc 4: Piece of Infinity | 1. | Piece of Infinity | MP3 | 73:49 | | |