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Oxygene8: Loop 1

Read "Loop 1" reviewed by Glenn Astarita


The musicians laid out an interesting paradigm to serve as the basis for Loop 1-- where one composition is delineated upon a continuous loop. However, this factor may not seem wholly intuitive after a few initial listens. It's largely about structure and improvisation, centered on an expansive framework, based on a concept originated by touch guitarist Linda Cushma.With great stamina, the band soars with its jet engines intact, profoundly supported by drummer Tim Alexander's polyrhythmic cadences and flurries, ...

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Oxygene8 To Release Innovative New Album Loop1

Oxygene8 To Release Innovative New Album Loop1

Source: Glass Onyon PR - William James

Scottsdale, AZ: Possibly one of the most ambitious and innovative albums to be released in 2012 is the highly anticipated new CD by experimental prog/art-rock ensemble Oxygene8 titled loop1. The loop1 project began quite simply with the vision that the entire CD would be one long loop, sans divisions,an upward spiral—one huge dynamic movement of sound. Band leader and stickist/bassist Linda Cushma's vision for the work seemed a ridiculously enormous undertaking, considering scheduling, budget and time constraints. “Every element of ...

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Oxygene8's "Freak of Chance" Receives Rave Reviews

Oxygene8's "Freak of Chance" Receives Rave Reviews

Source: Glass Onyon PR - William James

USA/Mexico/Chile -- The buzz about Oxygene8's new CD Freak of Chance can be heard loud and clear throughout the international music community. An innovative dynamic trio of musicians, Oxygene8 features Linda Cushma with her atypical approach to Chapman Stick and vocals, explosive drummer, Kiko King and stunning guitarist, Claudio Cordero. The band's latest offering Freak Of Chance has been garnering rave reviews from music press and fans worldwide. “Somewhere in the process of recording and touring after the release of ...

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Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson

Loop 1

Self Produced
2012

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