Release Date: August 1, 2019
Label: Independent
Red Sky Prairie carries
with it a message of the calm after the storm. The picture you see on the cover
is an example of the beauty of transformation and strength of mother nature.
And how the nature of our human spirit grows, learns, and rises above the
storms of life and comes out the other side stronger and ready to face whatever
comes our way. Hopefully, this process is a learning experience for every
listener.
The meaning of this album is just
as important as the music, it is one entity reaching out like the branches of a
tree growing higher towards the sun. While this is happening, the roots grow
deeper and give the tree the anchors in the ground to remain with us for many
years. Note the one tree standing in the picture fully intact after the storm.
The image provides insight and a clear message to those that are receptive to
it.
This is what the entire
experience will do, it will continue to grow and establish its roots in your
psyche and soul. Most trees and music for that matter will outlive us all and
their permanence and importance go beyond words and our understanding. The
music can interpret the oneness mankind should feel with the nature that
sustains us. Red Sky
Prairie serves as a reminder of that one prolific meaning in
all our lives.
The core of the music is the
piano. Sharon lays down the foundation with exceptional passion and grace. Her
piano gives the other instruments in the mix an opportunity to join in
seamlessly. Like the flow of water from a stream to the ocean, it is natural
and effortless. The violin, flutes, cello and the voice of Anna Emelyanova in
some of the tracks allow for a very cinematic reach. The classical roots remain
intact and the new age flavor will give it an ambiance and texture that allows
for a crossover appeal to several audiences that would find a deep appreciation
for what is being presented in the eleven tracks.
I chose “Within Whispers” to add
to my New Age Music Reviews Spotify Playlist for its simplicity and stunning
beauty. It was like walking on a cloud in my mind’s eye. The track draws you in
immediately and provides that deep breath and subsequent exhale of relief and
comfort. This is what music such as this can provide to a listener. That is but
one example of many that you will enjoy on Red Sky Prairie.
For a debut, I do not think it
could be any better. If this was a veteran artist releasing their second,
third, or fourth release, it would be praised as a major accomplishment. I
think that says it all.
Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck
November 2, 2019
Founder of:
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Provided By New Age Music Reviews
Tracks:
01. L'dor Vador
02. A Secret's Song
03. Within Whispers
04. Red Sky Prairie
05. Song of the Dove
06. Never Alone
07. Moonswept
08. Bittersweet Memory
09. Last Tears
10. In Memoriam
11. That September Day
Tracks:
01. L'dor Vador
02. A Secret's Song
03. Within Whispers
04. Red Sky Prairie
05. Song of the Dove
06. Never Alone
07. Moonswept
08. Bittersweet Memory
09. Last Tears
10. In Memoriam
11. That September Day