Mars Lasar album collection: KARMA

Mars Lasar - Karma

Karma is a rich blend of world sound fusion travelling from India to China, Africa to the Middle East. It evokes the oneness of our civilization and will touch your soul. Let this classic world collection take you on a journey and fill you mind with the enchantment of Karma....."

A NOTE FROM MARS:

I've thought about this recording for many years. I felt it needed to be shared with you as it's soul is something that can't be denied. The fusion of Ancient instruments from Africa, India, The middle East, and the ethereal sound design all come together to create a true feeling of oneness. The outcome excited me even more than I had originally imagined.... Enjoy

On a technical note:

This is one sophisticated piece of work. The research on this production was grueling. the recordings needed were few and far between. I've been a sound collector for many years and enjoy sifting through sounds looking for the right texture that will work. In this case I wanted the end result to be as organic as possible. Time stretching was imperative to make this work. Entire musical phrases had to be manipulated and tweaked to make them seamlessly fit into the songs. I'm glad my sound library is organized so well or this would have taken substantially longer. I hope you enjoy this audio maze.

Reviewed by Ben Kettlewell
I've been a big fan of Mars Lasar since his first release, 'Olympus' in the 1992. All his work reveals an earthy presence that resonates long after the music is over, and 'Karma', his new release is no exception. It is a wonderful blend of Eastern scales and musical influences, acoustic music samples, electronic music, and a fusion of Eastern and Western musical cultures.Karma is a rich hybrid of world sound fusion travelling from India to China, Africa to the Middle East. Joined by Kelly Hansen on guitars, and Omar Faruk on middle eastern instruments,Lasar performs with electronics and keyboards, percussion, and a large number of sampled instruments and voices.
Mars set out to make a recording that evoked a variety of emotions, visuals and sounds, and succeeded on all levels. Featuring eleven original contemporary instrumental compositions, the album showcases the history of Laser's unique musical character. He blends traditional world music influences into his own distinctive style, but he has also mastered playing and editing samples of each of these exotic instruments using authentic techniques and rhythms that are native to their respective cultures. The highlight of the album is the opus, 'Inseperable Universe"comprised of several interconnected movements, creating an intensity of feeling, combining technical mastery with sharp improvisational skills and compelling melodies.Omar Faruk adds a delicate haunting solo on 'The Holiness'. The album is beautifully recorded and magnificently performed, a collection of warm and wonderful music.
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Mars Lasar is an extremely well rounded and diverse musical talent. He has composed and recorded for many different media, including interactive video games. He has six solo albums in his discography, at least four of which are on the Real Music label. "Karma," his newest release, is on Anagram Records, a division of The Paras Group. It is a lush and melodic journey across many exotic cultures. Mars mixes appropriate ethnic instruments with his synths and nature samples to create a dramatic and triumphant soundscape. The CD title is appropriate as well. Mars reached for the brass ring of holistic balance and integration. The balance of the divergent forces is symbiotic with the balance within the self. Mars grabbed the ring and brought it home. He shares the benefits of the fruits of the adventure with his listeners. He does so with style, grace and class.
This disc is deep and unassuming at the same time. Mars makes no pretension as to its aims and its powers. It just is!
Reviewed by Jim Brenholts, author of "Tracks Across the Universe: A Chronology of Ambient and Electronic Music" due for publication Summer , 2001
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