Tom Adams - Particles '2019

Tracks list

The Berlin based producer and songwriter originally did a small self-release of
the record in 2014, which is comprised of a series of explorations for piano and
electronics. Needless to say, we were stunned by the singular vision and voice
present throughout each of these compositions. 

Were very pleased to be giving this album a worldwide release in CD format and
on all digital platforms, with a new master by fellow Berliner / sound artist
Martyn Heyne and artwork by Roman Moriceau.

This project happened by accident. In 2014 I was just starting to get some
attention on my songs, and was working in a part time job, traveling the rest of
the time to play solo shows. When home, I got into the habit of unwinding in the
evenings by improvising on my piano, playing whatever came to mind without
thinking too much about coherency or style. All the synths, drums, piano parts,
electronics and any other sounds were captured as single takes (with all the
mistakes left in). 

Perhaps because of this spontaneity, I have found myself often coming back to
the collection of recordings over the past 5 years. Despite now being a much
more experienced producer / composer than I was in 2014, there is something
about this collection of tracks that feel very raw and honest. They have a naive
sense of exploration that continues to feel creatively relevant in my music
today. It seems that sometimes the things you create when relaxed and not
overthinking a situation can actually end up being some of the most authentic
work you do. 

- Tom Adams

Tracklist:
01. Tom Adams - Particle X (A Sudden Memory) (1:14)
02. Tom Adams - Particle VI (Shadow & Light) (3:11)
03. Tom Adams - Particle V (2:09)
04. Tom Adams - Particle VI B (Navigators) (4:31)
05. Tom Adams - Particle XII (Reaction to Dancing) (4:16)
06. Tom Adams - Particle XI (Montreal) (4:49)
07. Tom Adams - Particle IX (2:58)
08. Tom Adams - Particle VIII (The Light Before the Rain) (3:17)
09. Tom Adams - Particle VII (2:26)
10. Tom Adams - Particle IV (1:06)

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