Subaudition: Acoustic based emotional flow from Finland
After releasing their first highly-acclaimed debut demo in the beginning of 2004, Subaudition is now back. The material on the new-born album, The Scope, could be described as a mixture of Pink Floyd, Anathema, Katatonia, Opeth (mostly Damnation), Sigur Rós and Tenhi with some post rock-ish guitar parts present occasionally as well as a hint of classical influences noticeable in the piano parts. In other words, Subaudition have created a piece of beautiful, serene music which has its basis on acoustic guitars and piano with electric guitars and emotional vocals appearing in suitable amounts.
Samples of the songs on this self-financed full-length can now be downloaded at the band's new website www.subaudition.cjb.net (discography, The Scope section) and whilst you're there, check out the rest of the site as well. Feedback, may it be pleasant enough for us or not, is always welcome. Surely some of you will want to get hold of the demo immediately and the address to direct your order is sub_audition@hotmail.com the price (including shipping throughout the world) being 8.
ATTN: Four full songs (2 from the album, 2 off the demo) have been added to the site - check 'em out!!
Russell / UltimateMetal.Com comments on our debut demo:
"Finnish duo Subaudition play minimalistic, acoustic and highly atmospheric, mood-driven music.Formed by Antti Korpinen and Roope Niemelä of unsigned progmetallers Manifold Object this project is a vehicle for their unplugged/classically influenced compositions. Acoustic guitars, clarinetand strings are all used to great effect, creating serene melodies, while the sound remains varied, despite at-times slightly formulaic songs. This isnt a problem, as the duos formula is highly successful, and the pieces are all tranquil and memorable. Further diversity is added by glistening electric guitars, often reminiscent of Pink Floyd. Two piano-only instrumentals have a score-like quality, reminding me of Yann Tiersens piano pieces for Amelie. Occasional singing is fitting (if sometimes slightly off-key), with impressive range, while layering makes for more complex compositions.
There is no percussion at all on this promo, which works well with the slow, considered pieces. The production is good for demo, the sounds are clean instruments well balanced. This is a very promising release, my only major complaint being the length; I would like to hear more to get a better idea of
the pairs music. Waves At Ease is likely to appeal to fans of (later) Anathema, Sigur Rós and Pink Floyd, and fans of peaceful music. I look forward to hearing further releases to see how the band develop, and whether their music can remain as effective on a full-length. An excellent debut..."
So all of you Anathemaniacs, check out this band!
After releasing their first highly-acclaimed debut demo in the beginning of 2004, Subaudition is now back. The material on the new-born album, The Scope, could be described as a mixture of Pink Floyd, Anathema, Katatonia, Opeth (mostly Damnation), Sigur Rós and Tenhi with some post rock-ish guitar parts present occasionally as well as a hint of classical influences noticeable in the piano parts. In other words, Subaudition have created a piece of beautiful, serene music which has its basis on acoustic guitars and piano with electric guitars and emotional vocals appearing in suitable amounts.
Samples of the songs on this self-financed full-length can now be downloaded at the band's new website www.subaudition.cjb.net (discography, The Scope section) and whilst you're there, check out the rest of the site as well. Feedback, may it be pleasant enough for us or not, is always welcome. Surely some of you will want to get hold of the demo immediately and the address to direct your order is sub_audition@hotmail.com the price (including shipping throughout the world) being 8.
ATTN: Four full songs (2 from the album, 2 off the demo) have been added to the site - check 'em out!!
Russell / UltimateMetal.Com comments on our debut demo:
"Finnish duo Subaudition play minimalistic, acoustic and highly atmospheric, mood-driven music.Formed by Antti Korpinen and Roope Niemelä of unsigned progmetallers Manifold Object this project is a vehicle for their unplugged/classically influenced compositions. Acoustic guitars, clarinetand strings are all used to great effect, creating serene melodies, while the sound remains varied, despite at-times slightly formulaic songs. This isnt a problem, as the duos formula is highly successful, and the pieces are all tranquil and memorable. Further diversity is added by glistening electric guitars, often reminiscent of Pink Floyd. Two piano-only instrumentals have a score-like quality, reminding me of Yann Tiersens piano pieces for Amelie. Occasional singing is fitting (if sometimes slightly off-key), with impressive range, while layering makes for more complex compositions.
There is no percussion at all on this promo, which works well with the slow, considered pieces. The production is good for demo, the sounds are clean instruments well balanced. This is a very promising release, my only major complaint being the length; I would like to hear more to get a better idea of
the pairs music. Waves At Ease is likely to appeal to fans of (later) Anathema, Sigur Rós and Pink Floyd, and fans of peaceful music. I look forward to hearing further releases to see how the band develop, and whether their music can remain as effective on a full-length. An excellent debut..."
So all of you Anathemaniacs, check out this band!
