Release Date: February
2, 2019
Label: Independent
Dan uses a blend of acoustic and electric guitars over the
top of synth harmonies that breath in and out to create a fluctuating and
soothing effect. Music like this is like an animate object taking form in your
mind’s eye. One of the best examples is the lead-off track “Rising.” It is the
ultimate musical exercise clocking in at a plentiful 10:15.
Some of this music can be used for focus and meditation.
You will hear a steady tone throughout parts of songs like “Thankful,” which is
another generous portion of Dan’s art at 5:13 then it nicely segues into
“Joyful Cleansing” yet another space in time that allows for focus and
relaxation, giving the listener 8:48 minutes. Dan uses the guitar for
consistency with a steady picking while you hear the movement of water. Then
another seamless segue goes right into “Passing Storm,” with rain and thunder,
as the synths add an additional layer of texture and ambiance. As the storm
passes the birds are happy again tweeting away and it blends right into
“Aftermath.” So now you are seeing the logical progression of the music in the
titles and the purposeful transition from one track to another.
The addition of the synths is essential in making this an
ambient treat for the ears, mind, and body, which for this listener, equates to
a happy soul. I for one really appreciated how all of this was arranged and
titled. It all made sense to me and did arouse my internal receptors to all the
sounds and vibrations.
Six out of the seven songs are given plenty of time and
space for the creator of the music and the appreciative listener. For a debut
in this genre, this a stunning group of tracks brilliantly composed and
exercised by Dan Palladino. One other point is the cover, the cool color of
blue water and the white clouds set you at ease and set you up nicely for what
you are about to hear on Pastoral Memory.
Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck
April 24, 2019
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Tracks:
1. Rising
2. Thankful
3. Joyful Cleansing
4. Passing Storm
5. Aftermath
6. Yesterday’s Dream
7. Counting Stars
Tracks:
1. Rising
2. Thankful
3. Joyful Cleansing
4. Passing Storm
5. Aftermath
6. Yesterday’s Dream
7. Counting Stars