Release Date: March 10, 2023
Label: Independent
Now Requiem,
his sophomore release, is ready for release.
Rick Comments: Requiem comes from a lifelong fascination
with the form, growing out of college performances of both the Verdi and Mozart
requiems. In my version, I've tried to create the same flow and emotions
without using any Latin text but with piano, synthesizers, and vocal sounds.
Those who can appreciate classical music's importance and
timelessness undoubtedly appreciate what was accomplished in this release. And
in some instances, listeners that enjoy contemporary instrumental, ambient
keyboard-based, and new-age music will find appreciation with this listen. I
can feel gratitude from all aspects; however, I am unfamiliar with Rick's
inspirations that propelled him to a place of creative essence. After listening
to his progressive versions, I understand his fascination and
passion.
I remained focused and relaxed listening to this fantastic
concept and tribute to some great composers without previous knowledge. And
therein lies the key for listeners who may be like me. If you can present a
thought process or feel about anything and use music to make it come to life
and be believable, then you have completed the circle and reached your goal as
an artist. That is what Orchestra Indigo achieved on this release.
I felt transported from an existential plane to the ether in the
eleven tracks. The dreamy synth sequences and wordless vocals felt regal and
heavenly, making me think of centuries ago when incredible people created great
classical music. Telling a story is very important in most music and
challenging in instrumental music.
So how does a lifetime of the blues transform into something
like Orchestra Indigo? I don't have an answer to that. I know one thing; Rick
Randlett is a very talented individual who stepped out of his comfort zone,
took a big chance, and created something beautiful that all listeners can enjoy
and appreciate any time of day or evening.
Requiem is quite different from Farewell To Memories. I did
not know what to expect but was genuinely impressed.
The tracks have a nice flow, and I found it easy to get into
that rhythm and sense what this means to the artist and realized what it became
for me. I felt moved emotionally and spiritually. In essence, I found
everything I hoped to see inside the music. That is all anyone can ask.
Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck-New Age Music Reviews Founder
February 23, 2023
Tracks:
01. Introit 4:00
02. Kyrie 3:34
03. Dies Irie 4:34
04. Hostias 3:29
05. Lacrimosa 5:12
06. Offertorium 4:09
07. Sanctus 4:00
08. Agnus Dei 3:43
09. Lux Aeterna 3:51
10. In Paradisium 3:27
11. Libra Me 4:46