Christina Vantzou -No.1 -KRANKY / CARGO CD Grooves.land/Playthek

Details / Tracklist:

01. "Homemade Mountains"
02. "Prelude For Juan"
03. "Super Interlude [Part 1]"
04. "Super Interlude [Part 2]"
05. "Small Choir"
06. "Adversary"
07. "Your Changes Have Been Submitted"
08. "And Instantly Take Effect"
09. "11:11"
10. "Joggers"

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Description:

2011 release from the American-born/Brussels-based artist, musician, and composer. Christina is known for her work with the Dead Texan as well as in a variety of creative mediums including video, drawing, and animation. While these works certainly orbit in the same musical galaxy as those of Stars of the Lid and the Dead Texan, Vantzou's compositions are more grounded and concerned with the terrestrial as opposed to the extra-terrestrial symphonies of the former, and are full symphonic movements as opposed to the shorter pop structures of the latter. These works also draw parallels to a number of late 20th century composers who concentrated on layering the string sections of orchestras while steering clear of bombastic brass and percussion elements. What becomes immediately apparent upon listening is that Christina Vantzou is a powerful new voice in contemporary neo-classical composition.

Recorded in San Francisco and mastered in Brussels. Packaged in a tri-fold card sleeve.

"No.1" is the debut album by Christina Vantzou, released in CD format by Kranky / Cargo. This mesmerizing collection of ambient and neoclassical compositions showcases Vantzou's talent for crafting immersive soundscapes that blend orchestral textures with subtle electronic elements. The album unfolds as a cinematic journey, inviting listeners into a world of delicate strings, gentle piano motifs, and ethereal atmospheres. Christina Vantzou, an American composer and visual artist based in Brussels, has garnered acclaim for her innovative approach to modern classical music?both as a solo artist and through collaborations such as The Dead Texan project with Adam Wiltzie (Stars of the Lid). Her work is celebrated for its emotional depth and evocative minimalism. Kranky is an independent label renowned for championing experimental artists across genres like ambient, post-rock, and drone; their partnership with Cargo ensures wide-reaching distribution throughout Europe.

Producer:

Adam Bryanbaum Wiltzie, Christina Vantzou

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Manufacturer No.:

00051493

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