Name: Chime / Shone
Brand: Balmorhea

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

wv172lp

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Download code: No

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2018-04-21

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Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

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Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0616892551140

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1 / 7" / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

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Balmorhea

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Modern Composition

Label GB

Western Vinyl

Balmorhea (bal-more-ray) is a Texas-based group formed in 2006 by founders Rob Lowe and Michael A. Muller. They play a modern style of classical music with textures and motifs inspired by the American West. With the help of additional musicians, Balmorhea creates a delicately layered and pastoral sound using plaintive strings and other instruments. Their music has been compared to post-classical indie ensembles like Stars of the Lid and Rachel's.

Similar Artists: The Album Leaf, The American Dollar, This Will Destroy You, Message To Bears, Library Tapes, Hammock, Saxon Shore, Peter Broderick, Eluvium, sleepmakeswaves, Arms and Sleepers, Goldmund, Brambles,
The Six Parts Seven,
Maybeshewill,
Sylvain Chauveau,
If These Trees Could Talk,
Lymbyc Systym,
Hilmar Örn Hilmarsson,
Mooncake

Discover Balmorhea's unique blend of classical music infused with the spirit of the American West. Formed in 2006 by Rob Lowe and Michael A. Muller in Texas, this talented group showcases their artistry through delicate layers of sound created by plaintive strings and various instruments. Drawing inspiration from post-classical indie ensembles such as Stars of the Lid and Rachel's; Balmorhea's compositions transport listeners to serene landscapes reminiscent of the Western frontier.</p

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Record Store Day 2018

Western Vinyl is a music label based in Austin, Texas. Founded in 1998 by Brian Sampson, the label has established itself as a prominent force in the music industry. With a diverse roster of talented artists and performers, Western Vinyl offers a wide range of musical genres and styles to its listeners.

Known for their commitment to quality and innovation, Western Vinyl strives to bring unique and groundbreaking music to the forefront. The label's dedication to nurturing talent and supporting artistic vision has earned them a reputation as an influential player in the independent music scene.

Whether you're a fan of *indie rock*, *experimental electronic*, or *ambient soundscapes*, Western Vinyl has something for everyone. Explore their catalog and discover new sounds that will captivate your ears and expand your musical horizons.

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In September of 2017 the Austin-based instrumental band Balmorhea released Clear Language, an album which prompted NPR’s Bob Boilen to say “I’m madly in love with this album...it’s one these ambient records and beautiful records that I’ve just listenedto over and over again.” To create Clear Language, the duo returned to their roots, working simply and with restraint, letting intuition guide them as they molded the 10 elegant, spacious gestures that comprise the album. Now, just a few months later the duo returns with the Chime / Shone 7” vinyl for Record Store Day 2018. Recorded during the Clear Language sessions, the two tracks Chime and Shone flow gracefully with a clear-eyed sense of reflection, as these two old friends transmit unfettered meaning through simple sonic gestures that resonate with the cosmos as much as they echo the pulse of a human heart. In a culture dominated by the loudest, ostentatious voices, Lowe and Muller continue to prove the power and importance of restraint and minimalism. "...gorgeous, dynamic, and emotive."