CDs of Utrecht Deep Artment (International), Volga (Russia).
Utrecht Deep Artment.
An octet, led by drummer/composer Michael Baird (Video), of international musicians all living in Utrecht, the Netherlands, at the time of recording.
At Utrecht Deep Artment there is a strong relationship between humour and seriousness, improvisation and composition. After the first notes the listener will find himself in a world that floats between dreaming and waking. CD: ‘Sirenians’ from Utrecht Deep Artment. Label: SWP Records (1998), code: SWP 006.
Volga.
Volga is a unique project in the Moscow "music scene". It combines experimental electronics , contemporary dance rhythms and original Russian folklore. The songs originate from the old Russia between the 12th and 19th century. These melodies and lyrics, mixed with urban aesthetics and contemporary video art, form the essence of the performances of this band.
CD: Volga, Electronic music from Moscow
Label: Exotica Records (2009).
