Mark Banning -Journey To The Light -Students Of Decay LP Grooves.land/Playthek

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1.1 Everlasting Moments

1.2 Sea of Glass

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Vinyl LP repressing of this 1985 privately pressed rarity. Recorded in Northern California in 1984, Mark Banning's JOURNEY TO THE LIGHT is a true lost gem of private issue New Age music, an impossible-to-find album that is more spoken about than heard and deserves to be recognized alongside established classics of the genre. Incorporating processed electric guitar, zither, voice and field recordings, it is unabashedly beautiful music - two side-long pieces that feel as though they may have always existed, hanging in the air like a morning fog over the Pacific. As archetypal to the genre as Banning's compositions might appear to be, Banning's music has a seriousness and intensity that was absent from much of the New Age scene as it existed in the early 80 's. These heady, oddly prescient recordings were uncovered by New Age historian / figurehead Douglas McGowan (Yoga Records) and will appeal as much to fans of drone and ambient music as to those enamored with labyrinthine annals of American private press records.

"Journey To The Light" is a mesmerizing LP by Mark Banning, released through the esteemed label Students Of Decay. This album stands as a testament to Banning's unique approach to ambient and experimental music, blending lush soundscapes with subtle melodic structures that invite listeners on an introspective journey. Originally recorded in 1984 but only recently rediscovered and reissued, "Journey To The Light" has garnered acclaim for its timeless quality and immersive atmosphere. Mark Banning is known for his ability to craft deeply evocative sonic environments; this release further cements his reputation among aficionados of ambient music. Students Of Decay, the manufacturer behind this release, has built a strong reputation as one of the leading independent labels specializing in avant-garde, drone, and ambient genres. Their catalog features works from both emerging talents and established artists who push boundaries within contemporary electronic music. With each carefully curated release, Students Of Decay continues to shape the landscape of modern experimental sound.

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SDOD104.1

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