Artist description Minimalistic soundscapes, New Age textures, dark atmospheres, haunting passages

Music Style Dark Ambient/Noise, Ambient, Textural Soundscapes

Musical Influences Until Death Overtakes Me, VLE, Nether, Tangerine Dream

Similar Artists Nether, I Dream No More, VLE

Artist History Formed May 2002

Group Members Darkened Soul

Instruments Yamaha S03 Synthesizer, Sonar 2.0 XL, Acid 4.0 Pro, Sound Forge

Albums Dreamscapes

Press Reviews Darkened Soul is an artist found on mp3.com. I have obtained a high quality cdr of this project (the product of Mike Soucy, also known as Darkened Soul). This album is definitely relaxing to listen to. The title track from the album "Dreamscapes" is a refreshing cool blend of ambience and uplifting synth drones. The fourth track "Dreamscapes Part 2" is a companion piece to the title track, and is a continuation of this cool atmospheric vibe present at the beginning of the album. Track 2 "Drifting" is a darker track similar to the Raison D'Etre material that I have heard. The later part of the album includes the shady track "Gravitational Nuances". This track is the darkest within the album. It also contains some heavily processed vocals which surprise the listener. The majority of this track is extremely unconscious. This is perfect background music for sleeping or reading. The project name implies that part of a "soul" is gone and replaced by the darkness. "Dreamscapes" is what a blank dream would sound like. All of us have had them, you suddenly wake up from nothingness and realize that you are alive. Perhaps "Darkened Soul" is onto something. It is definitely worth the listen. - bullethead (bullethead@darkambient.org) Another GREAT review is over at www.soniccuriosity.com by Matt.

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Location Methuen, Massachusetts - USA

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