E-MACHINES by Parker

A Post-Rock tribute to Klaus Schulze...

The late, and great, Klaus Schulze was one of the many Kosmiche artists who arose to prominence in early 70s Germany and became a leader in the art of electronic music. Along with other artists such as Kraftwerk, Tangerine Dream (who he was once a member), and Cluster, Schulze's massive musical output has become one of the most innovative and influential collections of works that helped define modern popular music.

As primarily a Post-Rock/Ambient musician, when I was searching for ways to create Ambient sounds, I discovered (like many) the analogue synthesizer. It was around this time I discovered Klaus Schulze's music. It's influence on my playing/composition and also the comfort it has given me through dark times in my life has been quintessential and to that end a tribute seemed almost impossible 'not' to do.

Instead of straight copying Schulze's sound, the idea behind this album was to combine my already personally established Post-Rock sound with the analogue Textures and Sequences directly inspired by Klaus Schulze's best works notably 'Mirage' (1977) and Timewind (1975). Two records which hold a special place for me.

I do hope you enjoy and connect with this music as I do...

Rest in Kosmiche Peace Klaus Schulze.

Tracklist

1.	Idle Waves	20:38

2.	An Echo in Time	21:19

Credits

released June 13, 2022

Parker:
Korg Minilogue XD, ARP Odyssey, Minimoog, Polymoog, Moog Matriarch, U-he Podolski, LABS Modular Pianos, Electric Guitars, Drums and Percussion, Production.

All music composed by James Parker

Cover art Photography by Christopher Kuzman
Provided by unsplash.com

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