ARTIST'S NOTE​

"First Vision" is more than a collection of songs; it is a musical documentation of many different states of consciousness that have emerged in order to further understand themselves; apparently, through the perception of all who will listen.

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Concurrently, upon writing these specific pieces, I chose to become more familiar with these states of consciousness, and in so doing, as I reflected on and studied the various experiences, realizations, feelings, thoughts, and in some cases, sonic ideas that were not influenced by any specific preconceived notion or set parameter, the pieces as they have been documented, came to be. This creation has no beginning and no end, thus the music here has not culminated, but has landmarked itself, as evident on this very recording.

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The compositions that comprise this album were written from a place of truth, and I believe that we, as individuals and as a group, have captured the essence, importance, and intent that these songs carry with them. Of course, as with any experience, the mind adds it's own interpretation and perception of an event, as a means of understanding. This album is no different, in that it serves as an audio snapshot, of us, as individuals, and as a group, expressing ourselves through our instruments, based around our own experiences, and our own perceptions. It is a portrait of our mental, emotional, and physical states of being at the time; exposing truth, and revealing a glimpse into the human condition through art, as it may be recognized.

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As with any art form, there are elements of improvisation, and each composition here has portions of it that are catered to improvisation, which add spontaneity, conversation, and interaction, as well as in-the-moment decisions that have provided the music a means of metamorphosis, and have added to it's overall shape and energy.



In addition to all of the songs from "First Vision" being all original, the artwork featured throughout the physical album's wallet, is as well. You will find drawings on every side of the wallet, including on the inside, based on the stories and entities presented within the music.



"First Vision" is also self-produced, and self-funded.  The funds that went toward the costs of recording, mastering, duplication, and many other marketing, and distribution expenses is all out-of-pocket.  If purchasing an album, or any other merchandise album related is not an option for you at this time, any contribution you can afford is greatly appreciated. The money you offer will be put toward the efforts of my group and our music.