"Red Lunar" is a captivating collaboration between Tony Gerber and Phil Keaggy, released on December 1, 2019, under Space for Music Records. This album is a sonic journey through the cosmos, inspired by the lunar landscape and recorded during a Blood Moon in Tennessee. The five-track album features a blend of ambient, instrumental, and experimental sounds, creating an immersive experience that transcends traditional musical boundaries.
Tony Gerber, known for his innovative use of synthesizers, guitars, and native instruments, brings his unique sonic palette to the forefront. His contributions include Moog and Waldorf synthesizers, 12-string guitar, native flutes, harmonica, and vocal looping effects. Phil Keaggy, renowned for his guitar work and production skills, edited and mixed the album, with his son Ian Keaggy handling the mastering.
The album's title track, "Red Lunar," sets the stage with its ethereal sounds and atmospheric textures. "Blood Moon" continues the lunar theme with a haunting melody and subtle percussion. "Mare Nectaris (Sea of Nectar)" explores a more serene and reflective mood, while "Lacus Spei (Lake of Hope)" offers a sense of tranquility and optimism. The album concludes with "Palus Somni (Marsh of Sleep)," a soothing and introspective piece that wraps up the lunar journey.
"Red Lunar" is a testament to the creative synergy between Tony Gerber and Phil Keaggy, offering a rich and immersive listening experience that will appeal to fans of ambient, instrumental, and experimental music. The album's unique blend of sounds and themes makes it a standout release in the genre.
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