February
'The Reverie Suite' (Americana meets prog), an album where I had the privilege to play piano/organ on, has been receiving positive reviews and articles from magazines such as Background Magazine in The Netherlands, DPRP (9/10) , Neoprog France (4.5/5), Profil Prog FM Canada (8.6/10), Fireworks UK, Prog-Sphere and more, with radioplay on Progrock.com, various Progzilla shows and FM radio stations. The project was founded by guitarvirtuoso Hoyt Binder, Saskia Binder on vocals and includes former 'Seal/Andrea Bocelli' harmonicist Tollak Ollestad and 'Redemption' drummer Chris Quirarte. Mixed by engineer Smiley Sean and mastered by renowned GRAMMY-winning engineer Howie Weinberg.
August
I'm honored to have won an award at this year's InterContinental Music Awards in Los Angeles. Big thanks to the judging panel and organizers of this international, multicultural music event that evaluates music from a global and ethnic perspective. Check out all nominees here.
'Night Walk' captures the paradox of urban life, where solitude meets the bustling metropolis. Rediscover inner clarity as we navigate the bustling urban pathways through this intricate blend of piano, synths, and strings. Read the press-release on NAMG.
"Pillars of Faith" refers to the tenacity and faith one finds in the midst of trials, tribulations, and afflictions. The song previously ranked #2 at New Age Music Guide's monthly chart.