The album CROSSWORDS (58'05") by Dom F. Scab is for
anyone interested in instrumental music that is more focused
than all-out smooth spacemusic yet a bit more cerebral than
prog-rock. This album delivers seven tracks which reference
majestic moments in classic works by Vangelis and the calming
sounds of repetition circa Tangerine Dream's early "Blue" years.
While Scab builds his music with these touchstones, the
arrangement, execution and vision is completely his own. The
music on CROSSWORDS is in constant motion, stopping,
starting and shifting at the will of a dexterous composer. Scab's
tone patterns are energetic and cycle through many engaging
variations. His sequencer can run full-tilt, producing
heart-pounding syncopated rhythms, then dramatically slow
down to a percolating, bubbling pace. The melodic content spins
above and below the rhythm floor. Scab's wide open synth lead
lines energize the brightening air, shifting tone wildly. There are
also places where the mood becomes more settled, locating a
less playful and more reverential space. Scab's greatest
accomplishment is creating music that is engaging and
listenable without being simplistic.

Tune in this weekend to STAR'S END for music from
CROSSWORDS by Dom F. Scab

For more on CROSSWORDS, access:
http://www.margenmusic.com

For more on Dom F. Scab, access: http://www.domfscab.com

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