Hello,
Just to let you know of a new project myself and Ed are involved with and it's under our own names for a change! We're now working on a dedicated soundtrack project with the aim of working in television or film.
Here's a little blurb
Ed and Craig have worked together for a number of years on various musical adventures. This is their new soundtrack project that is primarliy aimed at TV & Film work. If you are interested in working with Ed and Craig on any of your film or television projects, please get in touch through myspace, or by emailing speak@shooshmusic.com
There, that saved some time. If you would like to hear full length previews of some of our showcase pieces in HI-FI stereo, please visit the Ed Drury & Craig Murphy myspace page.
We can supply original music composed, arranged and produced by ourselves from our extensive library of finished works. Or we can do tailor-made soundtracks for any of your projects. Whichever is most suitable for you!
Saturday 29 March 2008
Saturday 15 March 2008
Wednesday 12 March 2008
Solarism Review At Angry Ape
Angry Ape
Craig Murphy, the Scots-based multi-talented musician/producer behind Solipsism may describe his recorded output as eclectic or experimental, but it is much more interesting than that. Murphy is nothing if not prolific, as well as Solipsism he divides his time between audio/visual vehicle Weird Fields, ambient-folk-electronic troupe shoosh and his main record label Herb Recordings. He also runs the free-spirited Ambidextrous collective, who intend to build upon the ‘pay what you want’ foundations lay by Radiohead. It’s his alternative imprint that provides the home for his last outing as Solipsism, for the foreseeable future at least, as he concentrates on shoosh and growing Herb (pun actually not intended) into Scotland’s premier label.
Much of Solipsism’s previous recorded output was borne out of collaboration and Murphy continues these trends on “Solarism”, working with Cardiff Techno warrior The Hidden Persuader on the brooding darkwave glitch of “Destruct Science”, while roping in White Label Music stalwart Jash on “Delusions Outermind”
Of his solo contributions, “Crystalism” is the most direct track, coming across like an aggressive, no nonsense Boards of Canada. Those distant synths that hallmark previous releases are intact here, layering themselves almost out of sync with the programmed beats, yet remaining cohesive. “Exit Strategy” is different again, employing thick mid-90’s beats over dripping melodies that slightly recall Wendy Carlos’ “Clockwork Orange” phase.
Although this release may lack a truly classic Solipsism number (nothing on this record touches the majesty of “At the Beach”, “Glass Rod” or “Electricity Flows in Squares”) Murphy signs this project off in style with the nostalgic “Sun Up”, allowing this piece to slowly drift out towards the horizon, while retaining that mechanistic edge that we have become accustomed to. Despite “Solarism’s” relatively short existence it is encouraging to note Solipsism has lost none of its ethereal charm. There is a feeling that there is still much to be said from this project, but for now you can grab this release free along with several others over at the Ambidextrous site.
Solarism Track Listing:
1. Exit Strategy
2. Destruct Science (Feat. The Hidden Persuader)
3. Crystalism
4. Delusions Outermind (Feat. Jash)
5. Sun Up
Craig Murphy, the Scots-based multi-talented musician/producer behind Solipsism may describe his recorded output as eclectic or experimental, but it is much more interesting than that. Murphy is nothing if not prolific, as well as Solipsism he divides his time between audio/visual vehicle Weird Fields, ambient-folk-electronic troupe shoosh and his main record label Herb Recordings. He also runs the free-spirited Ambidextrous collective, who intend to build upon the ‘pay what you want’ foundations lay by Radiohead. It’s his alternative imprint that provides the home for his last outing as Solipsism, for the foreseeable future at least, as he concentrates on shoosh and growing Herb (pun actually not intended) into Scotland’s premier label.
Much of Solipsism’s previous recorded output was borne out of collaboration and Murphy continues these trends on “Solarism”, working with Cardiff Techno warrior The Hidden Persuader on the brooding darkwave glitch of “Destruct Science”, while roping in White Label Music stalwart Jash on “Delusions Outermind”
Of his solo contributions, “Crystalism” is the most direct track, coming across like an aggressive, no nonsense Boards of Canada. Those distant synths that hallmark previous releases are intact here, layering themselves almost out of sync with the programmed beats, yet remaining cohesive. “Exit Strategy” is different again, employing thick mid-90’s beats over dripping melodies that slightly recall Wendy Carlos’ “Clockwork Orange” phase.
Although this release may lack a truly classic Solipsism number (nothing on this record touches the majesty of “At the Beach”, “Glass Rod” or “Electricity Flows in Squares”) Murphy signs this project off in style with the nostalgic “Sun Up”, allowing this piece to slowly drift out towards the horizon, while retaining that mechanistic edge that we have become accustomed to. Despite “Solarism’s” relatively short existence it is encouraging to note Solipsism has lost none of its ethereal charm. There is a feeling that there is still much to be said from this project, but for now you can grab this release free along with several others over at the Ambidextrous site.
Solarism Track Listing:
1. Exit Strategy
2. Destruct Science (Feat. The Hidden Persuader)
3. Crystalism
4. Delusions Outermind (Feat. Jash)
5. Sun Up
Sunday 9 March 2008
Sonic Frontiers Review
Sonic Frontiers Review
Some Kind Of New Age-Innuendo...Where we let ourselves swell
For those of you who don't know him, Craig Murphy is the UK's answer for spatial construction and explorative swelling. He is best known for his ambient-electronic call sign: Solipsism, where he takes on the role of a DIY-architect, mapping his ‘self’ through spectral schematics and artistic reflections. His synthesis supplied in layers, his waves encompassing back to front, as mild glitch slightly spills into the mix.
Now, in 2008, Solipsism brings us his newest divulgence: Solarism. An ambient mix of heavily reverberated drum loops, swooning keys, and distant echoes reminiscent of a large gymnasium; Craig Murphy has finally supplied us with the next installment in his electronic progression as Solipsism. A brief ambient opus supplied in retrograde motion.
Released by the incestuous DIY label, Ambidextrous Records, this five track EP is Solipsism’s most unified effort thus far. The album pivots with the beautifully arranged epilogue “Sun Up”, an ambient and emotional sprawl that leaves you with a warm sense of tranquility and profound motivation to hit the Solarism replay button.
Following suit of the common 21st century DIY ethic; Solarism is available for free at the label's web site. (Though you should financially support these kind of endeavors whenever possible!) And the best part is Ambidextrous Records provide us with a small online archive of all the various Craig Murphy musical incarnations. He is a contributing member of the psychedelic folk band Shoosh, and the mastermind behind the ambient-soundtrack-composition project: Weird Fields, which is self-described as "…a deft juxtaposition of digital and analogue synths that culminates a unique blend of abrasive warmth, tranquility and darkness."
Solarism is a truly auspicious album. This is a release that you can let wash over you, or just as easily be taken in by Solipsism’s well-focused attention to production detail. A sparingly evident “cut-and-paste” feeling sometimes arises within tracks. However the unified feeling of the album as a whole leaves little room for mild individual song criticism. Nonetheless, the subtleties on Solarism are endless and Solipsism has delivered a very interesting and creative sophomore release.
Some Kind Of New Age-Innuendo...Where we let ourselves swell
For those of you who don't know him, Craig Murphy is the UK's answer for spatial construction and explorative swelling. He is best known for his ambient-electronic call sign: Solipsism, where he takes on the role of a DIY-architect, mapping his ‘self’ through spectral schematics and artistic reflections. His synthesis supplied in layers, his waves encompassing back to front, as mild glitch slightly spills into the mix.
Now, in 2008, Solipsism brings us his newest divulgence: Solarism. An ambient mix of heavily reverberated drum loops, swooning keys, and distant echoes reminiscent of a large gymnasium; Craig Murphy has finally supplied us with the next installment in his electronic progression as Solipsism. A brief ambient opus supplied in retrograde motion.
Released by the incestuous DIY label, Ambidextrous Records, this five track EP is Solipsism’s most unified effort thus far. The album pivots with the beautifully arranged epilogue “Sun Up”, an ambient and emotional sprawl that leaves you with a warm sense of tranquility and profound motivation to hit the Solarism replay button.
Following suit of the common 21st century DIY ethic; Solarism is available for free at the label's web site. (Though you should financially support these kind of endeavors whenever possible!) And the best part is Ambidextrous Records provide us with a small online archive of all the various Craig Murphy musical incarnations. He is a contributing member of the psychedelic folk band Shoosh, and the mastermind behind the ambient-soundtrack-composition project: Weird Fields, which is self-described as "…a deft juxtaposition of digital and analogue synths that culminates a unique blend of abrasive warmth, tranquility and darkness."
Solarism is a truly auspicious album. This is a release that you can let wash over you, or just as easily be taken in by Solipsism’s well-focused attention to production detail. A sparingly evident “cut-and-paste” feeling sometimes arises within tracks. However the unified feeling of the album as a whole leaves little room for mild individual song criticism. Nonetheless, the subtleties on Solarism are endless and Solipsism has delivered a very interesting and creative sophomore release.
Thursday 6 March 2008
Ursula Minor - Two Past Weeks Video
Hello,
here's a new video i've done for the most excellent glasgow band, Ursula Minor.
The live band footage used in the video was shot by the BAFTA nominated Glasgow film-maker, James Gibson.
here's a new video i've done for the most excellent glasgow band, Ursula Minor.
The live band footage used in the video was shot by the BAFTA nominated Glasgow film-maker, James Gibson.
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