Saturday, 8 December 2012

Incredible Sounds Of Kosmoratik Band

By Rosalind Landry


Kosmoratik band experiments the concept of multiple layers on music. This is a nineteenth century inspired concept that was referred to as Cosmorama. Objects were used to view images on a painting which created a new dimension of depth. This was used to animate the painting and was sensational to the viewer.

This band uses musical lyrics, instruments and voices to explore deeper feelings and evoke certain emotions from listeners. A touch of modernism is added to classical composition to result in an exceptional sound. Rock stars like Nick Drake and Martyn John, who are considered progressive rock artists, have been sighted as the inspiration behind this group and their influence can be felt from track to track.

Classical blend and modern fusion have made analysts to describe this hybrid as acoustic symphony. This has also been achieved through the use of musical instruments like acoustic guitars and string quartets. The style is also perfected by obo features that combine with an element of rock. Each track finds resemblance in an era in history and an artist in particular.

Gravitation is the name of their first album which was released in 2012. It captures the depth and feelings that were being experimented and exhibits the third dimensional feeling. It has perfectly captured what artists would refer to as the inner landscape.

The man who takes the honor for starting the band is song writer and lead vocalist Eivind Johansen. He has written most of the songs in an expertise style. He is assisted in writing by Gunnar Odd Froysland who serves plays the keyboard and guitar. He is an excellent arranger and has been a great resource to the band.

Vocal harmonies for Kosmoratik band are provided by Lise Lotte Agedal whose voice is characteristic and soaring. This combination creates a band whose songs are can be considered as introspective. The instruments they use push the overall sound towards an epic feeling. They include acoustic guitar and oboe. The group has managed to add the extra layer with such instruments as flutes, synthesizers and keyboards. This has become a common feature running through most of their songs.

Influence for the group goes beyond music to include classical and acclaimed poets like Hafiz of the fourteenth century. The rock sounds of Camel and Floyd Pink in the seventies have also been inspirational. Other instrumentalists include Jorgensen Bjarte who is a drum expert and Piene Kay who plays the keyboard.

The first album was released in May 2012 after recording had commenced in 2011. All the areas of influence that were under experiment have been achieved and the blend is breath taking. This has created a world class album with a unique taste and irresistible feel. The influence of rock cannot be down played and the symphonic epic feel is much alive.

Kosmoratik band has used the internet to make their music accessible but live performances are breath taking. The influences of different eras and artists are distinct without losing the unique modern taste. The album is simply irresistible. This has lead to a growing anticipation of their next release from the over enthusiastic fans.




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