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Demain, dès l’aube
by From Overseas & zakè October 4, 2023 160g Opaque Maroon 2LP Set + Download Card 160g Audiophile Black 2LP Set + Download Code About___ ‘Demain, dès l’aube’ is a quietly powerful collaboration between From Overseas and zakè with a beautiful stillness at its center. The repetition of these arrangements comforts and lulls, while offering plenty of calm instances. The arrangements on Demain, dès l’aube were intentionally written to ebb and flow seamlessly, slowly converging en masse. A stately set of primarily long-form arrangements that burgeon with unhurried celerity, exemplifying patience while displaying meticulous attention to the finer details. Creating an abundance of short vignettes, the duo took their favorite sounds and created foundational loops for these solemn arrangements. They expanded on these short loops with intentional reshaping and expansion of the initial sounds by introducing and converging various guitar parts, tape processing, and synthesizer work. The richness of these long-forms are evident and delicately glide along in a timeless journey. Credits___ Written, recorded and produced by From Overseas & zakè Mixed at Kaleidoscope Tone Studio by zakè Mastered at Schwebung Mastering by Stephan Mathieu Photography by Kévin Séry Design and layout by zakè © 2023 Past Inside the Present ℗ 2023 Past Inside the Present Publishing (BMI) This is PITP-V054 | MMXXIII Marketed, distributed, and phonographic copyright: Past Inside the Present Cut at WMM Pressed by GGR Manufactured and assembled in USA Record Pressing___ 160g opaque maroon 2LP set (limited to 100) and 160g Audiophile Black 2LP Set (limited to 400), housed in a 5mm wide spine matte jacket. Records placed in semi-thick white paper sleeved. Black and white center labels. Shrinkwrapped. |
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Ash
by zakè & City of Dawn August 11, 2023 160g color LP + Download Card 4-Panel Wallet 2CD + Download Code About___ American ambient masters zakè (a.k.a. Zach Frizzell) and City of Dawn (a.k.a. Damien Duque) return with a mesmerizing follow up to last year's "Agape". The music the two create together reflects the expansive landscapes of their native Texas and Indiana. Slowly unfolding melodies that seem to rise like the sun from a Texas horizon, and drones that resonate like leaves in an endless Indiana woodland. It's a sound that's both beautiful and slightly haunting – a sound that encompasses the listener and demands attention. This is music to get lost in. Zach and Damien can both be considered veterans of ambient drone by now, and the five composition on Ash present a rarefied ”complex simplicity”. With few means they manage to create sonic and compositional depth, on par with classics of the genre from the likes of William Basinski, Brian Eno and Stars of the Lid. The CD version of ”Ash” includes the previous album ”Agape”, which hasn't been previously released on CD. Credits___ Written, recorded and produced by zakè & City of Dawn Bass guitar on 'They Know Not' by James Bernard Vocals on 'They Know Not' by marine eyes Recorded and mixed at Kaleidoscope Tone Studio by zakè Mastered at Ambient Mountain House by James Bernard Expired polaroid film photography by zakè Layout and artwork by Jakob Skøtt ©℗ 2023 Azure Vista Records, VISTA014 Marketed and phonographic copyright: Azure Vista Records Barcode: 5063176005618 Barcode (Text): 5 063176 00561 8 azurevistarecords.bandcamp.com Record Pressing___ LP on 160 gram transparent ochre. Vinyl housed in a 3mm heavyweight, matte jacket w/ obi-strip. Full color center labels. Includes download card. Shrinkwrapped. Edition of 250. 2xCD Pressing___ Glass-mastered 2xCD housed in a 4-panel, matte wallet. Includes both 'Ash' and 'Agape' albums. Shrinkwrapped. 
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LL
by zakè feat. bvdub Warmth ASC Aural Imbalance Influx Innesti Coppice Halifax Nitechord June 22, 2023 160g 3xLP + Download Card About___ LL features two new arrangements by zakè. LL1 is a 21min. monolithic long-form piece, accompanied by From Overseas on guitar and bass. LL2 is an immersive, drone-laden piece that fuse field recordings and fragmented sound elements beautifully together. An incredible line-up of seven prolific producers completely reworked the two original arrangements. Bending the ambient genre to its limits, 𝐿𝐿 encompasses strokes of ambient, drone, drum & bass, electronica, and deep techno elements, spanning across three vinyl records with over two hours of aural expression. Credits___ LL Tracks 1 & 10 Written, produced, and mixed by zakè at Kaleidoscope Tone Studio Additional guitar and bass on ‘LL1’ by From Overseas LL, remixed Tracks 2-9, 11-12 Source material by zakè Remixed and produced by the following in order of appearance: Coppice Halifax, Warmth, Aural Imbalance, Influx, Innesti, ASC, Aural Imbalance, bvdub, Innesti & Nitechord. Mastered at Ambient Mountain House by James Bernard Artwork by Charlotte Mae Frizzell Design and layout by zakè Cut at WWM Pressed by GGR Marketed, distributed, and phonographic copyright: Zakè Drone Recordings © 2023 Zakè Drone Recordings ℗ Past Inside the Present Publishing (BMI) This is ZD-026 | MMXXIII Record Pressing___ 3xLP record set housed in a 5mm wide spine, UV high gloss coated jacket. B/W center labels. Records placed in an anti-static rice inner sleeve with a .75 gauge archival polypropylene lining. Includes download card. The record set is housed in a resealable polybag. Each record has a unique vinyl color. The pressing plant were instructed to randomize vinyl colors so that each record is completely unique. No record shares the same colored vinyl. |
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Orchestral Tape Studies II
by zakè June 13, 2023 160g LP + Download Card, 3 color variants C456 Cassette + Digital Download About___ Orchestral Tape Studies II is an enthralling amalgam of orchestral textures carefully crafted by zakè. It is a continuation of its predecessor, Orchestral Tape Studies which was released to high acclaim in 2019. Bringing forth pastoral meditations with becalmed, atmospheric intent, Orchestral Tape Studies II is a convincing display of beautiful scores primed for the self-reflective moments that are both contemplative and thought provoking. These delicate repetitions, reticent sound treatments, and recurrent tape-based loops demand focused listening in a quiet environment. Credits___ Written, recorded, and produced by zakè String accompaniments by Olivia May (cello), Charlotte Frizzell (viola), and Damien Duque (guitar/bow) Mixed at Kaleidoscope Tone Studio by zakè Mastered at Ambient Mountain House by James Bernard Design and layout by zakè © 2023 Past Inside the Present ℗ Past Inside the Present Publishing (BMI) This is PITP44 Marketed, distributed, and phonographic copyright: Past Inside the Present Matrix / Runout (Side A): PITP44-MMXXIII-A Matrix / Runout (Side B): PITP44-MMXXIII-B Cut at WMM Pressed by GGR Manufactured and assembled in USA Record Pressing___ 160g Transparent Rose LP (edition of 100) 160g Audiophile Black LP (edition of 100) 160 Color LP (edition of 300) Record housed in a 3mm semi-gloss, full color jacket. Vinyl record placed in an anti-static inner sleeve with a .75 gauge archival polypropylene lining. Shrinkwrapped. Cassette Pressing___ C456 Cassette (edition of 50) Solid red cassette with white imprinting, housed in a clear norelco box. Loaded with FerroMaster C456™ super ferric, ultra-high performance type-1 music grade analog tape. Shrinkwrapped. Review___ “It has been some five years since US ambient maestro zake dropped the first volume of his Orchestral Tape Studies. We're glad to finally have the second installment in the series available because there has rarely been music as cathartic and soothing as this on our shelves. It's made from drones, field recordings and richly layered movements of fragmented orchestral loops." -Juno Records |
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Drift
by zakè & Tyresta June 2, 2023 180g LP + Download Card 2 color variants (EU/US Pressings) About___ A formal collaborative effort long past due, PITP personnel zakè and Tyresta finally converge together to bring forth a collection of arrangements titled, 'Drift'. Drift delves into the depths of patient and reflective music which is woven together by a tapestry of delicate textures and subtle melodies. From the very first notes of the opening track, it becomes evident that Drift is a journey meant to be experienced with undivided attention. The strength of Drift lies in its ability to create a sonic space where time seems to slow down. Each track is carefully crafted to instill a sense of peace, gracefully floating amidst billowed phonic pleasantries. Tracks like ‘Monuments at Sea’ and ‘Reason to Believe’ exhibit a remarkable command of sound design and a keen ear for sonic detail. The patient pacing of the album allows for the nuances and subtleties of each texture to shine through, creating a poignant and introspective atmosphere. It's a prime example of how the artists masterfully combine simplicity with depth. Credits___ Written, recorded, and produced by zakè and Tyresta Mixed at Kaleidoscope Tone Studio by zakè Mastered at Ambient Mountain House by James Bernard Cover photograph by Benoît Pioulard Design and layout by zakè © 2023 Zakè Drone Recordings // Dunk!Records ℗ Past Inside the Present Publishing (BMI) This is ZD-024 // DNK23169 zakedronerecordings.com dunkrecords.com zakedrone.com tyresta.bandcamp.com ambientmountainhouse.com Marketed, distributed, published and phonographic copyright: Zakè Drone Recordings // Dunk!Records Matrix / Runout (Side A): DNK23169 / A / DUNK!PRESSING Matrix / Runout (Side B): DNK23169 / B / DUNK!PRESSING Cut at ODM Pressed by dunk!pressing Manufactured and assembled in Belgium Pressing___ 180g Blue Splatter LP (US Version) 180g Green/White LP (EU Version) Vinyl housed in a 4mm heavyweight, matte jacket. B/W center labels. Records placed in black, anti-static inner sleeve with a .75 gauge archival polypropylene lining. Shrinkwrapped. |
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B⁴
by zakè May 9, 2023 Digital Download + Art Print Set About___ B⁴ encompasses four brand new arrangements that were written based on four separate photos I took this past year. These photos were edited and manipulated to prepare them to be screenprinted as a one color design impression. The collection of art prints are on high quality 100# Maduro Beach Speckletone French Paper. Each print is hand numbered and signed. The set of art prints were masterfully screenprinted at AK1A in Bozeman, Montana, US. Credits___ Written, recorded, produced and mixed by zakè Mastered at Ambient Mountain House by James Bernard Guitar textures on 'Barren' and 'Banded' by City of Dawn Art, layout and design by zakè Art prints silkscreened at AK1A © 2023 Zakè Drone Recordings ℗ Past Inside the Present Publishing (BMI) This is ZD-PRINT1 | MMXXIII zakedronerecordings.com zakedrone.com 
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Live at the Gothic Chapel
by zakè ◾️ Marc Ertel ◾️ James Bernard ◾️ From Overseas April 28, 2023 180g White/Black Vinyl LP + Digital About___ On February 18, 2023 in a very intimate setting, zakè, Marc Ertel, James Bernard, and From Overseas performed live at the historic Gothic Chapel, located at Crown Hill Cemetery in Indianapolis, Indiana US. The set was multi-track recorded from the soundboard and is now available for those who were unable to attend the performance in person. Credits___ All arrangements performed live by zakè, Marc Ertel, James Bernard, and From Overseas at the Gothic Chapel, Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis Indiana, US Mixed and mastered at Ambient Mountain House by James Bernard Post Production and continuity by zakè and James Bernard Cover photo, design and layout by zakè Vinyl pressed at Dunk!Pressing, Belgium Cut at ODM Manufactured and assembled at Dunk!Pressing, Belgium Special thanks to the Crown Hill Heritage Foundation Marketed, distributed, published and phonographic copyright - Past Inside the Present © Past Inside the Present, 2023 ℗ Past Inside the Present Publishing (BMI) ▷ This is PITP.LIVE 01 pastinsidethepresent.com pitp.live ▽ zakedrone.bandcamp.com jamesbernard.bandcamp.com fromoverseas.bandcamp.com |
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Pyramiden
by zakè ◾️ Markus Guentner ◾️ James Bernard February 17, 2023 Limited Edition Digistak + Digital Credits___ Written and produced by zakè, James Bernard, and Markus Guentner Mixed and Mastered at Ambient Mountain House by James Bernard Photography by Benoît Pioulard Layout and design by zakè ©℗ 2023 Zakè Drone Recordings This is ZD-023 | MMXXIII zakedronerecordings.com zakedrone.com ▽ jamesbernard.bandcamp.com markus-guentner.bandcamp.com Review___ "What more could you ask for than three highly respected masters of ambient sound coming together to create a pièce de résistance of aural brilliance? PITP and ZDR does it again; this time combining an incredible 'trio de force' consisting of zakè, Markus Guentner, and James Bernard. Introducing 'Pyramiden'; a declaration of ambient excellence that will no doubt be held with the highest regards for generations to come. These eight arrangements take the listener on a journey to the most remote places, finding comfort in the beauty of stillness, awe-inspiring landscapes, and illuminated nights of wonder. The tracklist may suggest a cold, lonely affair with titles such as, 'Polar Night', 'Seafrost', and 'Arctic Choir' but it is quite the contrary. Even in the coldest of times and places, warmth has its place and purpose. Warmth in this case could quite possibly be hope. An incredible array of textures and layers permeate throughout Pyramiden with impeccable beauty and pure resonance.." -Juno Records |
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Deep into the unknown, we shall endlessly roam
by zakè January 27, 2023 Limited Edition Cassette + Digital About___ ‘Deep into the unknown, we shall endlessly roam’ is a collection of arrangements created primarily by the use of analog tape and archaic tape devices. These repetitive themes hang in perpetuity, while seldom wavering from its original aural expression. zakè reshaped and produced foundational tape loops using an obsolete VSC Soundpacer, while complementing the loops with field recordings captured by a time-worn, Sony M-570V microcassette voice recorder. Other elements of these recordings were further rendered by the use of an Akai GX-270D Reel-To-Reel, a gift given by close friend and sound artist, Isaac Helsen. “Deep into the unknown, we shall endlessly roam” is dedicated to those who continue to yearn for greater understanding. Allow this to be a phonic accompaniment in your life’s personal journey.” Credits___ Written, recorded, produced and mixed at Kaleidoscope Tone Studio by zakè Mastered at AMH by James Bernard Expired polaroid photo cover by zakè ©℗ 2023 Zakè Drone Recordings This is ZD-LOOP2 | MMXXIII zakedronerecordings.com zakedrone.com |
