Sleepthief - Dawnseeker
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Free Music Review: Blissful
Hit: 5 Stars
I first discovered Sleepthief on the internet not too long ago. After hearing a few samples of his song, I immediately found myself seduced by the ethereal female vocals and lush electronic beats. I finally got my hands on a copy of Sleepthief's debut album "The Dawnseeker". I found the music to be intoxicating.The music reminded me of Delerium, Conjure One, and Balligomingo with its gentle electronic beats and exquisite female vocals. Any wonders why the music is so vaguely familiar, Kristy Thirsk, Harland, and Kirsty Hawkshaw have all sung on albums by Delerium, Conjure One, and Balligomingo. I knew I was going to love "The Dawnseeker" the moment I heard the opening track "Eurydice" w/Jody Quine. A lot of the credit for musical arrangements is Israel Curtis. All the women who have sung on the album have lovely voices. Their voices matches well with the music. As far as favorite songs goes, it is hard to pick a favorite. I must say though that "Eurydice" and "You Did a Good Thing" really stood out for me. "The Dawnseeker" did not disappoint me one bit. I am looking forward to what Justin Elswick has to offer down the road.Free Music Review: Amazing
Hit: 5 Stars
If you are a fan of any ethereal, down tempo, electronic music such as Delerium and Enigma than you must pick up this fine album. It is the project and collaboration of Justin Elswick, arguably the nicest man in the business, and several musically stunning female vocalists.
Justin and these fine ladies have come together to make 13 of the most beautiful songs to be heard in a long time.
My favorite songs on the cd are those sung by the under-appreciated Jody Quine; Eurydice, based on the Greek myth of Eurydice and Orpheus, Tenuous and Kiss To Savor. These are my favorites, but all of the songs leave you wanting more. The subject matter is a little glum and sad, but they are so haunting and beautiful that it doesn't matter.
Rarely does a debut cd come out that is so anticipated and yet, lives up to the anticipation it has generated. Many fans were fans before they even heard more than a fraction of the song. For me, I don't even remember where I heard Eurydice on the first time, but for two years it has stuck with me since then.
I highly recommend the purchase.
Free Music Review: Best enjoyed with a subwoofer.
Hit: 5 Stars
If you're a fan of electronic and downtempo beats, progressive harmonics and mellow vocals, or even just a touch of the divine, I've got five words for you:
This music will enchant you.
I don't review things on Amazon; this may in fact be a first. But it is necessary to extol Sleepthief's Dawnseeker. I have been a longtime fan of Delerium, and bought their Nuages du Monde CD (which is very decent) last week. Sleepthief was an afterthought; a means to free shipping.
I listened to both CDs the night they arrived, but Delerium was quickly shelved, because I can't get enough of the Dawnseeker. The audio samples from Amazon's site did not prepare me for how great this music is.
The first track, Eurydice, grabs you and holds you. But the second track, Desire of Ages, with its chilling harmonics and quality vocals, takes your breath away. The rest of the CD is definitely worthwhile, but Tracks 1 and 2 make you want to stop and repeat them over and over.
I'll be keeping an eye out for the sequel.
Free Music Review: Right on!
Hit: 5 Stars
The concept of having different singers on each track creates a diversity, keeps it interesting, but the compositional style that Justin puts in creates a familiar undertone with all of the tracks while accentuating the character and vibrance of each singer. You really have to give kudos to the composer. Yes, the voices also sparkle with brilliance, but if you listen to the underlying tracks, it works so well to accentuate the singers.
I have favorites on the album, the Chauffeur by far one of the best songs I have heard in a long time. Of course, Eurydice (that's a given with almost everyone ;) ), but second favorite has to be Tenuous. "You Did a Good Thing" grew on me after a couple of listens, at first I thought the vibrato threw me off but after I got used to it, I actually loved that wavering sound.
Music is simply a mirror to help us reflect back those qualities that give our life sparkle and meaning. That is what art is all about, and this album is a work of art. This comes highly recommended.
Free Music Review: The epitome of refreshing novel sound...
Hit: 5 Stars
From beginning to end, this album leaves nothing to be wanted for the eager listener. Every song tells a timeless and beautiful story that awakens the most primal of feelings within your soul. Each song brings with it a diverse worldly influence while still scratching the surface of modern tone, creating an ambiance so bold, voluptuous and stimulating in its flavor, listening is as if you have jumped into the cool juice of a tangerine lagoon. Each of the unique collaborations between singer and composer are created to an uncompromised perfection. From the distinctive interpretations of Duran Duran's "The Chauffer" and Berlin's "The Metro" to the eleven completely unique tracks, this album will thoroughly shock your emotions. The nothing less than professional production, the elegant touch of classic resonance and the enthralling progressive twists within this album will make it one that truly stands the test of time and will become that one amazing album you will never forget.