Afar by Meatshell
// MEATSHELL is the experimental-folk duo of Helen Svoboda (contrabass/voice) and Andrew Saragossi (tenor saxophone). The name encompasses the physicality, intensity and vulnerability of playing with two. With a shared curiosity for the subtle beauty of things, the pair combines traditional song forms and unconventional instrumental techniques, emphasising the power of story-telling through sound. Infused with elements of minimalism, improvisation and contemporary jazz, the music is raw and exposed, yet full-bodied and perpetual, propelled by the momentum of the human heartbeat. //
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Currently based in Maastricht, Netherlands, 'Afar' is a manifestation and embodiment of the duo’s personal experiences in leaving behind the comfort and familiarity of their Australian home, exploring themes of fear, uncertainty, risk and limitless possibility. //
Tracklist
| 1. | Constant | 5:58 |
| 2. | Carrots (in honey) | 5:26 |
| 3. | Broken Things | 5:12 |
| 4. | Chords | 3:58 |
| 5. | Fresh Fennel Bulb | 5:00 |
| 6. | When the Fridge Door Slams | 2:17 |
| 7. | I'm Not Afraid of Dying, I'm Afraid of Being Uncomfortable | 4:47 |
Credits
Helen Svoboda (contrabass/voice)
Andrew Saragossi (tenor saxophone)
Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Eric van de Lest @ Daltoon Studios in Eindhoven, NL // March 2019
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Cover Art by Helen Svoboda & Brodie McAllister
Album Design by Brodie McAllister
All Tracks Composed and Arranged by Meatshell (Helen Svoboda & Andrew Saragossi)
Released by Made Now Music, June 17th 2019
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License
All rights reserved.
// MEATSHELL is the experimental-folk duo of Helen Svoboda (contrabass/voice) and Andrew Saragossi (tenor saxophone). With a shared curiosity for the subtle beauty of things, the pair cultivates unconventional sound worlds, transcending traditional song forms by emphasising the power of story-telling through sound.