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Lia Bosch "Polar Code"

Glacial Movements is pleased to present Polar Code, the debut album by Italian multidisciplinary artist Lia Bosch, which is also the first work by a woman to be released in Glacial Movements' almost 20 years of activity. Polar Code is a project where narrative, visuals, and music blend into an immersive and conceptual experience. Bosch personally oversaw every aspect of the creation: she composed the album, conceived the narrative, and crafted the accompanying visuals, creating a multi-dimensional work that encourages deep reflection on existential and social themes.

Polar Code unfolds through a story set in an abandoned alien base in Antarctica, a remote and mysterious location where ancient human experiments once took place. The protagonist, a researcher sent by a secret government agency, is tasked with investigating unusual activity detected in the region. Upon arrival, he encounters a desolate, eerie landscape filled with darkness and secrets, where every corner hides traces of a vanished alien presence that still feels ominously close. As the researcher explores the facility, he comes across the symbol of infinity, a glowing, pulsating portal that seems to be the key to understanding the connection between all life forms in the universe. This symbol becomes the focal point of the narrative, conveying a profound message about interconnection: every human action, every choice, has repercussions that extend beyond time and space. The researcher is thus plunged into a deep existential reflection on his own existence and humanity's role in a vast, intricate cosmos. The symbol of infinity, laden with meaning, is not merely a scientific discovery but an ethical and philosophical call. It embodies a profound truth: no matter how separate or superior humans may believe themselves to be, they are an integral part of a universal, interconnected system. The information contained within the symbol offers humanity a chance for redemption and salvation, but it also demands an acknowledgment of human fragility and the oppressive structures that underpin society. The protagonist faces a crucial decision: to accept the revelation of the symbol and risk disrupting the global order, or to turn away from the opportunity to change humanity's fate. This choice presents a profound moral dilemma, in which the potential to reform society—currently rooted in exploitation and conflict—collides with the risk of unleashing further destruction. Bosch delves into the tension between the need for renewal and the dangers inherent in transformation. Polar Code stands out as a work that transcends simple storytelling, weaving together sound, images, and words to provoke reflection on power dynamics, human fragility, and cosmic.

Lia Bosch is a multidisciplinary artist who explores painting, design, poetry, music, and film directing. Her academic background and life experiences in various countries have enriched her artistic journey, allowing her to absorb diverse cultural and artistic influences. Her artistic vision has been shaped by international residencies in cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Paris, as well as travels in Asia and South America. These stays have given her a global perspective and a variety of creative stimuli, playing a crucial role in her development and contributing to works that reflect a wide range of experiences and sensitivities. Her passion for philosophy and psychology has deeply influenced her understanding of human complexity, offering new perspectives to her works. Similarly, her interest in poetry and music intertwines with her artistic practice, leading to creations that deeply explore human emotions and dynamics. She has also studied dance, integrating movement into her creative process and adding a physical dimension to her art. This multidisciplinary approach allows her to work with different expressive means, reflecting her desire to explore all the potentialities of art. Lia Bosch's creativity flows freely through multiple languages, rejecting rigid categories. Her multidisciplinary identity stems from the belief that art should be a continuous and dynamic exploration. Lia Bosch sees art as a means to better understand oneself and the surrounding world, inviting viewers to look beyond superficial appearances and find deep connections between different forms of expression and human experience. Her art is in constant evolution, reflecting personal growth and life experiences. For her, art is a means of discovery and an invitation to explore new horizons, both internal and external. Her multidisciplinary practice exemplifies how art can transcend traditional boundaries, offering a rich and multifaceted vision of the human experience.

 

Track Listing:

1.Convergence

2.Secret Frequencies

3.Resonance

4.Stepping Beyond

5.Unknown System

6.Alien Circuit

7.Command Core

8.New Parameters

9.Unveiling

10.Infinity

11.Transition

12.Insight

Label: Glacial Movements

Artist: Lia Bosch

Release date : 22th November 2024

Format: CD 2 panels digipack in matt-laminated finish and 8 pp booklet

Cat. Num: GM056

Original concept, music, production, mix, artwork, and storytelling by Lia Bosch

www.liabosch.com

Produced, mixed and mastered by Ludowing

www.ludowing.com

Sleeve by Rutger Zuydervelt

A Glacial Movements Records release, November 2024. All rights reserved.

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Ark Zead "Niptaktuk"

E il risultato è una gelida suite di droni che montano nelle cuffie come un’aurora boreale SENTIRE ASCOLTARE
An ode and elegiac thrilling hymnic excursion into nebulous and highly emotional sound waves meeting the deep arcana of human consciousness. IGLOO MAG

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About two years ago, the headquarters of Glacial Movements Records was shrouded and immersed in seven ethereal soundclouds that drastically lowered the temperature by several degrees. Rome has never been colder. These sounds come directly from the Cryosphere, and represent the quintessence of the most extreme and coldest isolationism. It is the deep sidereal void that characterizes the planet's icy expansions. Nothing is known about the artist who composed these sounds. It is all completely shrouded in utter mystery. Only the signature is known: Ark Zead. There is nothing around, no reference sites, no biography and no place of origin. "Niptaktuk" the title of this album, is the first work to be published under this name. However, after several attempts and requests for more information, Alessandro Tedeschi (GM's boss and artistic director) managed to get a very brief comment from the artist:.

"I am a gong and Tibetan singing bowls player, interested in vibes in a very usual way. But I felt inspired when I faced the very hostile cold in Canada. I looked for stories about exploring these lands and the people who live there. I then modified my vibe sounds with computers and synthesizers to describe the state of isolationism you have to reach to enjoy the beauty of the true North."

Everything ties in perfectly with GM's aesthetic. Another key element of this album is the artwork, specially made by Italian artist Lia Bosch, whose art faithfully described Ark Zead's sound. The cover image is mysterious and hermetic. It contains a deep mystery, as much as the music of "Niptaktuk." The six-panel digipack is a balance of colors ranging from gray/black to emerald green. Sleeve by Rutger Zuydervelt aka Machinefabriek and mastering by sound engineer Matteo Spinazzè Savaris. It is highly recommended to listen to "Niptaktuk" at night, in a quiet environment.

 

Track Listing:

1.Unnuaq

2.Sikinik

3.Iglu

4.Båken Nunatak

5.Veryovkina

6.Niptaktuk

7.Nootaikok

Label: Glacial Movements

Artist: Ark Zead

Release date : 12th July 2024

Format: CD 6 panels digipack in matt-laminated finish and UV spot gloss

Cat. Num: GM055

All sounds composed, created, and mixed by Ark Zead

Mastered by Matteo Spinazzè Savaris at Yung Studio, May 2024

Artwork by Lia Bosch

Sleeve by Rutger Zuydervelt

A Glacial Movements Records release, July 2024. All rights reserved.

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Galati "Cold as a February Sky"

This is a pristine piece of dark ambient, meticulously carved into the permafrost! INVERTED AUDIO

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Galati is the moniker of Roberto Galati, a multi-instrumentalist whose musical focus centers on exploring the nuanced sounds of the electric guitar. In addition to guitars, he employs other instruments such as basses, synthesizers, and a violin to enrich his compositions with diverse textures and shades. Hailing from Italy and growing up between Padua and Trieste, he developed his musical sensibilities amidst the rugged terrain of the Karst Plateau. His artistic journey, spanning over more than fifteen years, draws inspiration from the icy expanses of Ambient and the abstractions of Post-Rock. Galati's discography is rich and diverse, comprising numerous solo releases and collaborative projects with fellow musicians. As a traveler captivated by the allure of isolated and lonely places, Galati documents his experiences in his Travel Journals (www.galatimusic.com/blog.html). The Karst Plateau, with its icy air, limestone landscapes, caves, and sinkholes, serves as a foundational backdrop for his musical expression. Galati, a meticulous observer, seeks the authentic and profound aspects of the planet and translates his impressions into a fusion of sounds, words, and images. Creative inspiration for Galati is deeply influenced by the frozen landscapes he portrays, marked by their expansive clarity, serene stillness, gentle silence, and profound emptiness. His compositions echo a timeless truth – the deep connection between humanity and nature. His melodies offer a subtle invitation to pause, listen, and embrace the beauty that surrounds. Rather than suppressing Nature's melody, humanity has the potential to enhance its resonance. The symbiotic relationship with the natural world should invite the global community to amplify its inherent beauty and foster a profound connection that extends beyond mere dominance. The majesty of the Earth is more than a spectacle; it embodies a sacred trust, a profound commitment that nowadays is slipping through the grasp of the human race.

" Gazing up at the mountain tops is like delving right into the secrets of the gods. Ridges, snowy peaks, rocky folds; perfection lies in the shapes of these endless stone formations, natural pyramids, sculptures. "The beauty of the world," I think, as I briefly immerse myself in this magnificence. Landscapes that seem to suggest nothing more perfect, grander, or more boundless exists; landscapes that unveil divine intangibility and human mortality. Suspended landscapes, crafted from rarefied air, ice, and vertical rock shining bright in snowy white.My gaze lingers upon the deep valleys carved by glaciers, where the wind furiously blows, and the cold inhibits almost all life forms. These mountains bear witness to the passing millennia, the long course of geological events, the sounds of glaciations that come and go, shaping valleys and slopes. Perhaps the Earth speaks in frequencies so abyssally low that it would take millennia of listening and sidereal distances to perceive its voice. Nature, divinely immense, embraces me; and I am part of Her.This profound connection served as the inspiration for my latest musical creation, 'Cold as a February Sky,' where the frosty echoes of a winter landscape intertwine and weave within the musical tapestry. Much like the month itself carries a chill that permeates the air and paints the world in an icy hue, the album seeks to summon the wintry essence and contemplative depth reminiscent of a cold February sky. It evokes the undisturbed stillness and profound void that echo through frozen landscapes, aiming to induce reflection on the fragility of this planet. The once eternal and sacred balance of these landscapes falters. I wonder if there's a spell we shouldn't break, as the delicate threads of existence unravel in the hands of time, and the weight of our choices reverberates through the corridors of eternity.We are not mere witnesses to Earth's majesty but keepers of its delicate beauty." Roberto Galati, March 2024

 

Track Listing:

1.Sidereal distances

2.As still as these high mountains

3.That day exploded silently all around me

4.With wide, unbelieving eyes

5.It was so bright, it was almost blinding

6.Gazing up to the mountain tops

7.If there’s a spell that we shouldn’t break

8.Through the white

Label: Glacial Movements

Artist: Galati

Release date : 10th May 2024

Format: CD 2 panels digipack in gloss finish

Cat. Num: GM054

All tracks composed, mixed and created by Roberto Galati

Mastered by Rafael Anton Irisarri at Black Knoll Studio (NY)

Artwork by Lia Bosch

Sleeve by Rutger Zuydervelt

A Glacial Movements Records release, May 2024. All rights reserved.

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Aidan Baker "Pithovirii"

Album premiere @ INVERTED AUDIO
Soundscapes with an elegiac tone and engulfing atmospheric somberness. IGLOO MAG

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Glacial Movements is proud to present the soundscapes of Canadian artist Aidan Baker. His first appearance was with the song "Beneath the Ice" on "Cryosphere", the first and only compilation of the entire catalogue. Then in 2013, with "Aneira" (Welsh for 'snow') composed exclusively for GM, through the use of the 12-string acoustic guitar. Pithovirii is his new concept album, which was in part inspired by Vladimir Sorokin's novel Ice Trilogy which in turn led to reading about the Tunguska meteor which fell in Siberia in the early 20th century which in turn lead to reading about 15000 year old viruses found in glacier ice. Using electric guitar and effect pedals, Aidan attempted to musically convey the idea of glacial density and stasis within which lurk potentially malevolent microbiome.

Aidan Baker is a classically-trained multi-instrumentalist using the electric guitar as his primary instrument. Using prepared and alternate methods of playing the guitar, along with various electronic effects, Baker creates music which generally falls within the ambient/experimental genre but draws on influences from rock, electronic, classical, and jazz. A highly prolific artist, Baker has released numerous recorded works, both solo and with various group projects, on such independent labels as Gizeh Records, Important Records, Alien8 Recordings, and his own imprint, Broken Spine. Baker is also the author of several books of poetry. A regular live performer, Baker has toured extensively around the world, including appearances at such international festivals as Supersonic, SXSW, Incubate, Unsound, and Roadburn, among others. Originally from Toronto, Canada, Baker currently resides in Berlin, Germany.

 

Track Listing:

1.Sibericum

2.Massiliensis

Label: Glacial Movements

Artist: Stefan Węgłowski

Release date : 08th March 2024

Format: CD 6 panels digipack with special finish

Cat. Num: GM053

All songs by Aidan Baker (electric guitar & bass), recorded in Berlin, July 2022.

Artwork by Lia Bosch

Sleeve by Rutger Zuydervelt

A Glacial Movements Records release, March 2024. All rights reserved.

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