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From Metalworks Magazine #5 (www.metalworksmagazine.com):
The Soundbyte
River of Broken Glass
Amaranth Recordings
The Soundbyte is a solo project of Trond Engum of The 3rd and the Mortal fame, and River of Broken Glass was recorded on a boat in the North Sea, which is something new. On display here is one mans passion and ideas. There is no routine; this is how it happened - no explanation, it simply is because it is. There are many digital sounds throughout, along with the earthy tones of acoustic instruments readdressing the balance between the two. The Soundbyte is a project that has evolved through many years, which can be heard, so this is certainly no whim. Along with Trond, there is a female vocalist who has a Jarboe quality about her voice. The balance drawn between straight songs and ambient soundscapes is remarkable, presenting a consistency that will not be apparent with a casual listen. Trond manages to transcend so many genres, leaving The Soundbyte unable to be pinned into any corner. This restores faith in originality and the belief that music can still progress to new plains. www.amaranthrecordings.com
7/10 Dave McCallum
The Soundbyte
River of Broken Glass
Amaranth Recordings
The Soundbyte is a solo project of Trond Engum of The 3rd and the Mortal fame, and River of Broken Glass was recorded on a boat in the North Sea, which is something new. On display here is one mans passion and ideas. There is no routine; this is how it happened - no explanation, it simply is because it is. There are many digital sounds throughout, along with the earthy tones of acoustic instruments readdressing the balance between the two. The Soundbyte is a project that has evolved through many years, which can be heard, so this is certainly no whim. Along with Trond, there is a female vocalist who has a Jarboe quality about her voice. The balance drawn between straight songs and ambient soundscapes is remarkable, presenting a consistency that will not be apparent with a casual listen. Trond manages to transcend so many genres, leaving The Soundbyte unable to be pinned into any corner. This restores faith in originality and the belief that music can still progress to new plains. www.amaranthrecordings.com
7/10 Dave McCallum