Michikawa

Ambient with big A. Not falling into the general new-age type easy listening, these soundscapes rise from the depths of the cosmos, bringing stardust and starlight alongside. The listener is sent on a journey through deep waters and cold emptiness of space. The sounds and engineering is sublime and atmospheres are woven together with accuracy and vision. I enjoyed the piano improvisation a lot also, brought welcome extra layer to the mix. Excellent work overall.

There's lot of Serrie, Eno and Jarre here, but in deep slumber, as if they were in cryo sleep.

The Final Rewind opens the show with style and deepness which definitely brings back memories from the time I first listened to Enigma, VNV Nation and Era. Truly wonderful combination of strong beats, haunting vocals and beautiful, although melancholic harmonies.

I See reminds me a bit of Everything But the Girl with beautiful female vocal parts and electric backgrounds. The quality and level of production is top-notch, there are no elements nor decisions in the mixdown or mastering which would feel out of place. Truly inspiring and enjoyable material.

Overall the album offers a refreshing combination of Massive Attack and 80s gothic atmospheres. A wonderful example what open musical collaboration can bring to this world! Kudos!