When
a child is born, give the gift of music.
A recent release on the
increasingly happening Gare du Nord label is this five song EP from
Lille-based duo Life Pass Filter. A collaboration between
composer/sound designer Antoine Boucherikha and graphic designer Anne
Hélou.
Their usual work is making music and sounds for video games but here
they've created a suite of songs with a homespun lo-fi indie sound to
mark the birth of Joseph Chevalier Poher, the first-born child among
their circle of friends.
This back story is key
to unlocking the songs which are imbued with heart , soul and
meaning. 'Hello Little Man' opens the EP. Over a simple acoustic
guitar motif the vocals are half whispered as young Joseph is
welcomed into the world and offered small pieces of guidance and
advice. As the EP progresses the music slowly adds sophistication and
interest, in much the same way as a child finding his or her feet,
gradually growing in confidence. By the time the EP reaches its
closing track 'Lullaby' the sound has grown to a full band sound
complete with drums while still retaining some continuity of sound.
From nursery to indie disco!
The Joseph EP is a
unique gift to a newborn child and one that will no doubt be
treasured throughout a life not yet known and full of possibility.
Heartfelt is a word much over-used when writing about music but here
I can think of no better description.
Click here for more on
Life Pass Filter.
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Pass Filter on Twitter.
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Pass Filter on Facebook.
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Nord Records.
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