Monday, November 12, 2007

Marcome offers new release

There are few recording artists who grab your imagination on first listening.
Marcomé (Mar-ko-may), a gifted Canadian singer, songwriter and musician, belongs to this elite group. Her music embodies passion, emotes transcendence. Marcomé blends English lyrics with her unique wordless language 'onomatopoeia'; her compositions create languages, which transcend their themes. In her unique method of vocalisation, Marcomé sings syllables from her subconscious, which evoke sensual moods and settings. A vessel if you will, which transports the listener on an aural voyage through time, space and emotion. Her organic approach to sound and song compositions, blends world rhythms, middle eastern intonations and new-age 'airiness' then layers it with her sublime voice. Thus creating a "New World" music genre in the process.
Not only is Marcomé a proficient keyboardist and percussionist, she also produces arranges and engineers all of her own musical works, releasing two critically acclaimed solo albums entitled "Seven Seas" (1995) and "River Of Soul" (2007).
Her impressive professional experience and background as a quality sound and mastering engineer, has allowed her to collaborate with renowned artists and producers. Marcomé began her music-recording career in 1995 with the release of her debut album entitled "Seven Seas".
In this freshman effort, she incorporates keyboards; fretless bass and traditional world beat instruments. "Seven Seas" explores diverse human and cultural experiences; a true journey through the Seven Seas. The writing and recording of this album was magically completed within a few months while taking decades to brew. By layering her vocal tracks, and by comprehending the subtle use of space, reverb and time delay, she was able to create an ethereal voice – a hallow instrument in itself.
The critic's reaction to "Seven Seas" was both immediate and resounding. This remarkable debut album has travelled around the world for years now and can be heard extensively on television shows in Japan and Korea.
The gap of years between conception and eventual release of her sophomore album "River Of Soul" in 2007, allowed the artist to mature and evolve both emotionally and spiritually; yet most of all as a nurturing and dedicated mother to her only child. Marcomé's strength lies in her ability to weave and create multi-coloured sounds with strong melodies. In this "River Of Soul" succeeds. It's a recording imbued with intimacy and laced with introspection. It was cinematically conceived; it's a feast for the eyes as well as the ears. Welcome to the "River Of Soul", a voyage filled with spirituality, imagination, sensitivity and a surreal sense of being. "River Of Soul" is an album, which will mesmerize and enchant you. It will awaken a new perception and touch your soul and in it you will discover a deep connection. Music at it's best, is a gift.

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

Thanks Mickie!
You made me discover a new artist.
I love Marcome very much. When I read your paper and went to www.Marcome.com, I was simply amazed I had not heart of this creative singer and musician.
Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!

Moz

Anthony said...

Dear Mickie's Zoo,
I checked out Marcome's work on her website and I totally am mesmerized by this new discovery. How did you hear about her?
Her website is beautiful too, colorful filled with pictures and her paintings. A wonderful talent.
By the way for those who want to find Marcome go to www.marcome.com
and get free downloads on her site!
Great music for relaxation and even exercising.
Love it!
Anthony

Anonymous said...

Hey Mickie,
You really have a varied selection of musical tastes. You listen to Marcome as well as Ministry? Good for you. You definitely are passionate about music.I discovered Marcome's music a few years back and quite frankly it's really nice to relax with. I like you, am very passionate about music and listen to alot of different genres. My favorite artists are Beck, Bjork, Elsiane, Massive Attack, Champion, The Chemical Brothers and Morcheeba. Are you in a band or a musician yourself? Well take care....

Mickie said...

Hello Moz, Anthony and Pink!
Marcome was brought to my attention by one of my friends who knew I would love her work. I listen to a wide range of music - including Bjork (one of my faves!), as well as classical and opera all the way through death metal. I am a journalist with a focus on music. I also dance, sing and play several instruments and have just started a new band. You can learn a little bit more about my life every Friday when I post my End o' the Week Musings. Thank all of you for your comments and added information~ you made my week!
Keep on rockin'
Mickie