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With Phraxia, Nick Pike moves further into his neoclassical style, this time combining solo piano with electronic textures and subtle synth work. It’s his third album, following Norastoria and Evergreen, but it feels more direct in its balance between traditional piano writing and ambient elements. The album shifts between acoustic-led compositions and electronically enhanced pieces…
This month’s Cinematic Giants Spotlight brings together five standout tracks that blur the lines between classical composition, electronic experimentation, and cinematic atmosphere. From modern reworks of iconic scores to delicate, film-ready instrumentals, each artist brings something distinct to the table. Whether it’s the orchestral sweep of Olesya Kolos or the raw intensity of Apashe, these…
Batumi-born pianist and composer Nikita Kondrashev approaches his music with restraint and depth, and his new single Cloudwalker is a clear reflection of that. It’s quiet but not passive, emotional without being overdone. The piece holds your attention not through grand gestures, but through a deep sense of purpose and self-reflection. Inspired by minimalist composers…
Tore G Thomassen doesn’t go for grand statements. He’s not chasing trends or trying to squeeze his music into what’s hot right now. He’s building something quieter, more lasting — the kind of music that doesn’t shout to be heard but stays with you once it finds a way in. Hailing from a small Norwegian…
Ivan Bullock has spent decades shaping and supporting underground music, both in Australia and internationally. He started with classical training in his early days. He then spent years in Japan before eventually returning to Australia. His work has always been rooted in independent and experimental sounds. He has been involved in underground communities, organizing events…
British-Maltese pianist and composer John C. Buttigieg presents a deeply expressive collection of solo piano pieces in his album Perspectives – Solo Piano. Recorded in his home studio in Shepperton, UK, the album offers a series of intimate, reflective works that capture the raw emotion behind each note. Each track feels personal, with the music…