DSVII
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Mute will release M83’s DSVII on September 20, 2019. It will be available in limited edition pink galaxy color double vinyl, CD, and digital formats. Anthony Gonzalez (M83) spoke with his brother and creative partner Yann Gonzalez about the record, saying the below: At first there was this vivid memory of Dungeons and Dragons, this childhood sensation of living in an imaginary world set in a faraway past or a lost future. I wanted to create some music that could be part of this adventure and journey with all of its solitary knights, dreamy landscapes, strange animals, forgotten myths and old spells. Originally, the Digital Shades project was supposed to be much more intimate – a collection of B-sides and unused tracks destined for the hardcore fan base. Digital Shades was the name chosen to dissociate it from a proper studio album, although it would be fully part of M83’s discography. Digital Shades became an excuse to give a second life to some tracks instead of letting them disappear into the void. I wanted to create a production of ambient music that could evolve throughout the years. With Vol. 2, I wanted to come back with something stronger that featured the depth of a proper studio album without the pressure of providing pop music – faraway from Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming and Junk. The inspiration behind this record is mainly video game music. It felt so refreshing to play all of these old school games again. I wanted to be surrounded by nature and the past. I would only feed myself with older art. It’s almost as if I couldn’t stand living in the present. This is probably why it was important for me to only use analog equipment for this record. We recorded everything with vintage equipment in my studio and at Justin Meldal-Johnsen’s studio in Glendale, California during final production. Review: Great record. - By far my fave album of 2019. And a surprising coming from M83. Review: Fantastic Chill Soundscape of Fantasy - I’m sorry TarrMan didn’t understand this album. First off M83 is one guy, Anthony Gonzalez. It’s not a ‘band’. He has other musicians with him when he plays live but he writes all the music. So there are no ‘members’. Second. This is a side project, it’s not supposed to be part of his pop music cannon. This is a soundtrack to 80s video games mixed with sci-fi and fantasy movies of that time period. It’s masterful and beautiful. Maybe he should give it a few more spins. I love it.
R**O
Great record.
By far my fave album of 2019. And a surprising coming from M83.
J**N
Fantastic Chill Soundscape of Fantasy
I’m sorry TarrMan didn’t understand this album. First off M83 is one guy, Anthony Gonzalez. It’s not a ‘band’. He has other musicians with him when he plays live but he writes all the music. So there are no ‘members’. Second. This is a side project, it’s not supposed to be part of his pop music cannon. This is a soundtrack to 80s video games mixed with sci-fi and fantasy movies of that time period. It’s masterful and beautiful. Maybe he should give it a few more spins. I love it.
D**D
Packaging was completely inadequate for vinyl. The record itself is great.
I found the package on my doorstep in a regular amazon plastic bag type mailer. There was absolutely zero protection against bending or damage. Mine seems to have made it unscathed but be warned that you may not be so lucky!
K**E
Emotional Album
This album is not M83 like you know it in Midnight City. It's not an attempt at recovery from Junk (if you consider that a failure, which I don't either), nor is it meant to be. To me, this album is purely emotional for the artists involved and is seemingly meant to tap into some form of nostalgia from their perspective. It is based-on several video game compositions, which are referenced on their website. From what I feel, the concept seems to be an ode to childhood and adolescence as a whole. If you came to this album looking for the next hit single, you will be disappointed. Although, if you came for another experience from M83, and take the time to decipher the emotion that went into each track, then this album can be something completely different for you.
D**A
Wishing for more
It feels like M83 is a little bit adrift with this release. I'm a huge fan and have been for quite some time. I enjoy when artists move outside the bounds of familiarity, to try new and different directions for their sound. However, here I'm found wanting for depth of music and emotion; the best I can describe my feelings when listening to this is "listless". Some tracks are enjoyable, but more often than not, I found myself bored either by familiar melodies, or long periods of quiet tracks without the layered brilliance or beats of earlier works. In the end I was disappointed it was not more.
D**H
As if Vangelis made a score to the best imaginary RPG game ever made.
Brilliant. As if Vangelis made a score to the best imaginary RPG game ever made. Really comes alive with repeated listening. So many little details to pick up each time. I really hope M83 makes more of these. If not, definitely glad he made this one. Only track that doesn't fit in quite as well with the others is 'Colonies'. 'Taifun Glory' is a highlight.
A**R
The soundtrack to your childhood.
Like most of M83s work, this album had to grow on me. At first listen I felt disappointed. But with with each subsequent playrhrough I found myself understanding it more and more. Now I feel like he reached into my brain and pulled my memories of childhood out and made an album from them. Sad, wistful, hopeful, adventurous...he hits all of those notes and more. M83 is a special artist and I respect his work greatly and can't wait till the next album comes out.
N**K
Original M83 sound
If you were a fan of original M83, this is for you! It’s not pop based like “junk” or his other mainstream sounds. If you don’t get it this album, don’t knock it. You probably just know his radio songs.
A**E
Un chef-d’œuvre ambient en vinyle
J’ai acheté DSVII en vinyle et je suis absolument conquis. Selon moi, c’est tout simplement le meilleur album ambient de ces 10 dernières années, et un incontournable pour les fans d’univers fantasy. 🔹 Qualité du pressage : 5/5 Vinyle impeccable, très peu de bruit de fond et un son clair et profond. Les textures électroniques ressortent magnifiquement, parfait pour une écoute immersive. 🔹 Musique / Ambiance : 5/5 M83 propose ici des morceaux planants, mélodiques et cinématographiques. On a vraiment l’impression de voyager dans un monde fantastique, entre RPG rétro et paysages imaginaires. 🔹 Artwork / Packaging : 5/5 Superbe pochette, très inspirée fantasy et rétro-gaming. Le format vinyle met encore plus en valeur l’univers visuel de l’album. 🔹 Expérience d’écoute : 5/5 Parfait pour se détendre, lire, travailler ou jouer à un jeu vidéo. Les fans de fantasy, de musique ambient ou de synthés vintage vont adorer. 🔹 Rapport qualité-prix : 4,5/5 Très bon achat pour un vinyle de cette qualité et un album aussi inspiré. 👉 Conclusion : Un album magnifique, immersif et intemporel. Si vous aimez la musique ambient et les univers fantasy, foncez sans hésiter ! 🌌🎶
I**Z
Una obra maestra
Me encanta este disco, que es de color rosa marmolado con blanco. Pero el empaque está de mala calidad.
R**S
Para amantes de M83
Una delicia la escucha, el vinilo es de color rosa y blanco marmolado.
S**R
Almost missed this one
Hurry Up We’re Dreaming is one of my favourite albums of all time, if somehow missed this one but so glad there are still copies. Not so much of a fan of their later stuff but this one definitely has that original grand synth orchestral big presence vibe.
F**.
Eccellente. Un album fantastico.
È da tanto che non mi capitava di ascoltare un album così bello. Arrangiamenti sublimi, ricchi, entusiasmanti, come solo gli M83 sanno fare. A parer mio, decisamente migliore del precedene "Junk" (2016). Qui sfiorano davvero il capolavoro.
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