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01. "Distant Memories"
02. "Surface Of Illusions"
03. "Sphere"
04. "Stop And Go"
05. "Hydragate"
06. "Whispering Colors"
07. "Master Of Time"
08. "Falling Down"
09. "Human Greed"
10. "Inside Out"
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 | | Description: | New project by ex-Tangerine Dream member Johannes Schmoelling and sound design luminary Kurt Ader!With their second album "Hydragate" S.A.W. manage to deliver a mixture of ambient, electronica and cinematic sound collages. On the 10-track album the four musicians are crossing different emotional energies from epic power to lightness.On "Surface illusions" and "Hydragate" you can hear composed melody lines as you already knew them from Johannes Schmoelling from his time with German electronic-rock legends Tangerine Dream. In "Whispering colours" you can feel and hear the dexterity to program sequences that can take you into a separate trance-like world as well. On "Sphere" one discovers a filigree sound design - no wonder, because band member Kurt Ader is not only a composer, but also a sound designer for various leading synthesizer manufacturers and programs sounds for well-known bands and artists such as Nightwish, Dream Theater or Michael Cretu. "Inside Out" impresses with the use of alienated ethnic sounds and on "Master of time" the lsitener can hear reminiscences of the electronic music of the 1970-ies as they meet the dark ambient sound of the present time.Also very rhythmic tracks are not missing on the new S.A.W. album, as can be heard for example on "Distant Memories" and "Stop And Go". The album "Hydragate" was developed and recorded in various studios in Munich, Berlin, Mannheim and Hitzacker, using various samples, analog drum machines, modular and digital synthesizers.Made in Germany.
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Packaged in a gatefold digisleeve with 8-page booklet."Hydragate" is a CD release by the project S.A.W., issued by the label and distributor Mig / Indigo. The album title evokes images of energy, movement, and opening "gates" to new soundscapes, suggesting a work that explores modern, electronic-leaning atmospheres or contemporary sound design. As a CD, "Hydragate" offers a focused listening experience that invites the audience to immerse themselves in the musical narrative from start to finish, whether it leans toward cinematic textures, rhythmic patterns, or experimental structures. The format is ideal for listeners who value physical media with stable, high-quality sound and a coherent album concept rather than just individual tracks.
S.A.W. is presented here as the central artistic force behind "Hydragate". Even without detailed public information on their full discography, the presence of a dedicated CD release signals a project with a clear aesthetic vision and enough artistic maturity to warrant a complete, self-contained album. The name S.A.W. hints at a modern, perhaps electronic or hybrid approach, often associated with synthesizers, evolving sound layers, or stylistic fusions that cross borders between genres. "Hydragate" can therefore be understood as a sonic calling card for S.A.W., showcasing the project's characteristic sound palette, compositional ideas, and ability to create a coherent mood across an entire album. Listeners who appreciate artist-driven projects that focus on atmosphere and detail will likely find this release appealing.
Mig / Indigo, as manufacturer and distributor, stands for professional handling and solid catalog work in the physical media market. Known for bringing a wide spectrum of music releases to listeners--from niche productions to more broadly accessible titles--Mig / Indigo focuses on reliable production quality and well-curated selections. Their involvement with "Hydragate" underscores that this release is treated as a serious, properly manufactured product rather than a purely digital or ephemeral project. With years of experience in pressing, distributing, and promoting music titles, Mig / Indigo helps ensure that "Hydragate" reaches an audience of collectors and dedicated music fans who still value the tangible experience of a CD. This combination of a concept-driven artist project and an experienced manufacturer makes "Hydragate" an attractive option for anyone looking to expand their physical music collection with something distinct and contemporary. | | | No. of tracks: |
10 |
| | Manufacturer No.: |
05241892 |
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Made_in_Germany-Music GmbH
Hildesheimer Str. 83, 30169 Hannover, DE
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