Walk into My Voice

Harold Budd's "Walk Into My Voice (American Beat Poetry)" is a captivating blend of ambient, minimalism, shoegaze, and drone, released in 1998 under the Materiali Sonori label. This collaborative effort with Daniel Lentz and Jessica Karraker is a unique fusion of music and poetry, spanning a concise yet immersive 50 minutes. The album features a rich tapestry of compositions, each paired with evocative poems by notable Beat poets such as Philip Lamantia, Michael McClure, Kenneth Patchen, Denise Levertov, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, and Diane Wakoski. Budd's signature ethereal soundscapes serve as a haunting backdrop to the spoken word, creating a mesmerizing interplay between music and poetry. Recorded and mixed at Orangewood Studio in Mesa, the album's production quality is impeccable, allowing each element to shine. Whether you're a fan of ambient music, poetry, or simply seeking a profound auditory experience, "Walk Into My Voice" offers a compelling journey through the intersection of sound and verse.