The Upper Echelon is in the works to be my debut mixtape. I've been working on getting hold of a MiDi keyboard in order to get myself away from the click-tastrophe that is Fruity Loops Studio minus the controller. This mixtape will include all original, fully uncut work and will be my first journey into the world of Techno. I'm hoping to have my material ready and finished by April, and I will keep everyone posted with snippets and segments from songs I am currently working on.
-Echelon
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Paul Van Dyk: In Between - Review
Paul Van Dyk - In Between
In Between is Van Dyk's first album in 4 years. Since the release of his debut album 45 RPM, Paul Van Dyk has been regarded as a champion of Trance and House musics. With a slight change in musical style in his last two attempts, Van Dyk is finally returning to the essence of his music. Although not as soothing and experimental as his debut, In Between brings us back to an earlier Van Dyk bent on bringing his previous elements off the shelf to show the world that he is the same champion that was cherished in the Trance world. 13 years later, Van Dyk is still bringing music to the table that outshines his peers. A solid album and great attempt; only a few points away from being classic.
Overall Rating: ****
Tracks to listen to:
In Between - http://youtube.com/watch?v=ErSX2iqzCBE
Stormy Skies - http://youtube.com/watch?v=PUTQRoI8uIY
Welcome!
Welcome to Electronica: The American Movement. Electronica and other types of dance music are often based outside of the country (although there are many successful American artists and DJ's). This blog is for reviews, new material, videos, and outside comments about any and all artists in or out of the United States. Don't let the title mislead you, music is a link between cultures and by no means is this meant to defame any work done by artists outside of the country.
Reviews will be posted soon (based on the grading system below)....also keep on the lookout for my own side electronica project, The Upper Echelon, which is based entirely on Fruity Loops Studio 7.
The rating system will be based on stars, with one star (*) being the lowest rating and five stars (*****) being the highest. Half stars will also be awarded, for example, an album may receive ***1/2, or three and a half stars.
* - Don't buy it. Don't listen to it.....the worst of it's class.
**- Only 1 or 2 stand out tracks, best to listen to it before buying it.
***-A solid album, usually half or a little less of the tracks are great, and this album is usually worth purchasing.
****-Great album. These albums have small flaws, but are usually a pick of mine to be purchased.
*****- Classic. These albums are a must have. Flawless production is a must. Albums with this ranking are the champions of their class.
Reviews will be posted soon (based on the grading system below)....also keep on the lookout for my own side electronica project, The Upper Echelon, which is based entirely on Fruity Loops Studio 7.
The rating system will be based on stars, with one star (*) being the lowest rating and five stars (*****) being the highest. Half stars will also be awarded, for example, an album may receive ***1/2, or three and a half stars.
* - Don't buy it. Don't listen to it.....the worst of it's class.
**- Only 1 or 2 stand out tracks, best to listen to it before buying it.
***-A solid album, usually half or a little less of the tracks are great, and this album is usually worth purchasing.
****-Great album. These albums have small flaws, but are usually a pick of mine to be purchased.
*****- Classic. These albums are a must have. Flawless production is a must. Albums with this ranking are the champions of their class.
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