Release Date: April 21st, 2023
Label: Spotted Peccary Music
A biome is
a biogeographical unit consisting of a biological community formed in response
to the physical environment in which they are found and a shared regional
climate. Biomes may span more than one continent. Biome is a broader term than
habitat and can comprise a variety of habitats.
How does that explanation relate to the music? Take one look at
the track title as a starting point. But where do you go from there in putting
the pieces together of what this artist is trying to do with his music?
The sounds produced are ambient, always in motion, and you can
hear the growth as the tracks move along. This is like what happens in nature:
the process is constantly in motion. You can see the growth of plants in your
garden or watch the development of a sapling into a beautiful, strong tree with
roots deep into the soil where it connects with other elements of nature and
communicates with other trees (yes, that is true).
To look at another side of the music, for instance,
"Trapped in Amber." It sounds organized and progressively
industrial-like progress made in the name of money. In other words, we are all
somehow trapped in the economy's machinations. Or "Trapped in Amber"
with no way out like a prehistoric bug. That was my read on that; however, that
may not necessarily be the point of the track. Everyone hears things
differently.
There are many layers of sounds included in Biome. Some of it is
very rhythmic and repetitive, which sets the table for other layers of sound to
enter the mix. This isn't meditative but focuses on listening for essential
enjoyment or contemplation. It would help if you also had a certain mood or
mindset to appreciate this music. Again, that is my perspective and may not be
someone else's. Its computer-generated sounds would be a perfect soundtrack to
a science fiction movie. It has that futuristic feeling and atmosphere to it
all.
With ambient music, it is either something you like or need to
acquire a taste and appreciation for. I value the time and effort that goes
into creating this kind of music. The artist combines it all, becomes one with
the instruments and equipment, and has proven to have mastered that. I
anticipate another exciting release with the artist harnessing his knowledge
and talent to create something entirely different. That is the beauty of electronic
music and all it has to offer.
I recommend Biome for those who
enjoy the music of Tangerine Dream, Kraftwerk, and similar artists that set a
specific mood and listening experience; you need the right mindset to enjoy
it.
Biome features lengthy tracks, the longest clocking in at 13:50
(Mycelium Dreams) and 8:59 the shortest (Algae Bloom). So, prepare for an
immersive listening experience to melt into your easy chair.
Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck-NAMR Founder
October 2, 2023
Tracks:
1. Algae Bloom 8:59
2. Trapped in Amber 9:48
3. Protozoa 9:46
4. Fern Cluster 8:11
5. Luminous and Tangled 9:13
6. Mycelium Dreams 13:50