- Glideascope
Glideascope is a
London baseddowntempo /trip-hop artist and producer, who has pioneered a direction in the genre of downtempo music which he terms 'Audio Cinematography'. With heavy use of cinematic undertones, blissful melodies and lo-fi beats.November 2003 witnessed the debut release from Glideascope entitled ‘With Strings Attached’. This downtempo EP - the first instalment from Glideascope – was licensed by
MTV for their U.S. based documentary "MADE". The EP’s corresponding success sealed a distribution and publishing deal with Jet Star early in 2005.In 2006 Glideascope was the only UK artist selected to appear as a Buzz Band artist and showcased material at the
MIDEM music conference in Cannes, after recording sessions with the Prague PhilharmonicOrchestra .The debut album entitled ‘Audio Cinematography’, was recorded over a two year period. It promotes emotive
electronica , live orchestral strings andworld music landscapes whilst plunging into the depth-charged dubreggae of old.Discography
*"With Strings Attached EP" released Nov 2003
*"Big Big Disgrace EP feat. Junior Ruff" Aug 2006
*"Audio Cinematography" ALBUM Sept 2006Reviews
"The album's widescreen blues is reminiscent of Massive Attack...One of the most evocative albums you're likely to hear this year!"Metro ****
"Taking the templates of the likes of Groove Armada and Thievery Corporation, then re-inventing them as his own, adding classical and world music alongside more contemporary influences. Acquire." DMC Update *****
"Stuns on first listen. A globally in touch moment of bliss that will enhance what ever state of consciousness you're in right now."DJ Magazine *****
External links
*http://www.glideascope.com - official glideascope website
*http://www.myspace.com/glideascope - official myspace website
*http://www.audiocinematography.com - audio cinematography website
*http://www.youtube.com/glideascope - videography of glideascope
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