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| Tracklisting
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| "Oh boy, is all I can say about 'Innersense'. It is fantastic. It's
so beautiful that it hurts. This album really does deserve some intensive exposure."
(Paul Baker, ARFM, UK). |
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| "After what appears to be a difficult gestation, 'Innersense' is
finally with us and it does not disappoint. Having seen Bekki at the Leicester Space
Centre I had some idea of the quality of the album and in my view it is easily her best
work to date. 'Innersense' is also more varied than Bekki's previous work and this greater
contrast makes for a very impressive album. Yet, Bekki's signature melodicism and
symphonic flourishes are still very much evident. 'A Breath Away' begins with a wonderful
melancholic refrain which gradually builds in intensity and emotion. On most albums this
would be the stand out cut but such is the overall quality of the set that there is even
better to come. 'Secret Recesses of the Heart' is an outstanding piece, opening with an
instantly memorable motif, vocal effects and orchestral climaxes but this is carefully
juxtaposed with more subdued piano interludes and sequencing. The use of light and shade
and subtle sense of dynamics are exceptional. 'Crystal (Dreams of Sea-Beams)' begins with
yet another superbly crafted melody, gentle harp effects and piano before the orchestral
treatments, but the innate and fragile beauty of the music is maintained to the end.
'Subliminal Sensuality' is yet another gem beginning with sequencers travelling between
channels and a more tranquil atmosphere before a distinctly muscular rhythm kicks in and
Bekki adds layers of sequencing and synth soloing. Possibly my favourite track but there
is some real competition. The title cut is another highly emotive piece, which reminded me
a little of Jan Hammer at his best, before Bekki's orchestral leads provide a perfect
counterpoint to the sequencing. 'Under the Same Sky' changes the tempo with solo piano
eventually joined by strings in perfect harmony.
A thunder clap heralds 'Torn' but instantly proceeds into subdued melancholia but with
a strong rhythmic backbone to accompany the well crafted melodies, orchestration and
piano. 'Tears are Eternal' is an intensely romantic, quasi-classical piece consisting of
piano and strings providing a prelude to 'From the Ashes' which adds an air of defiance
and optimism with an intensely emotional orchestral motif. The sequencing and detail make
this another highlight. Finally, 'Fading' provides a gentle conclusion, the calm after the
storm, piano and strings combining to create a restful and satisfying end to a memorable
album.
Reading the sleevenotes only confirms which is obvious upon listening to the music,
that the recording of 'Innersense' was a deeply personal and purgative experience for the
composer. It has been a refreshing experience and a privilege to hear such inspired and
emotionally charged electronic music. It is easily Bekki's finest achievement so far and I
hope that even you retroheads out there give this a listen too. Innersense is an instant
classic." (Steve Roberts, SMD, UK.) |
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| "'Innersense' is full of emotion; in fact, to simply say that this
album is full of emotion would be doing it an injustice. 'Innersense' is a study in
emotive orchestration and arrangement from beginning to end. If I had to choose five words
to describe this album, I would have to select: Emotive, heartfelt, poignant, romantic,
accomplished. But I can actually sum it up in only three: Buy it now." (Dan Sheridan,
Sonic Sense Magazine, UK). |
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| "'Innersense' is full of emotion; in fact, to simply say that this
album is full of emotion would be doing it an injustice. 'Innersense' is a study in
emotive orchestration and arrangement from beginning to end. If I had to choose five words
to describe this album, I would have to select: Emotive, heartfelt, poignant, romantic,
accomplished. But I can actually sum it up in only three: Buy it now." (Dan Sheridan,
Sonic Sense Magazine, UK). |
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| "Bekkis new album finds her achieving a creative zenith
musically. The sound is absolutely breathtaking and filled with a warm sensuality that
only the fairer sex could conjure. Her lilting melodies are contrasted by a dramatic
layered symphony of sound. 'Innersense' tugs at your heart strings and carries your
imagination away as each track effortlessly rises and falls on waves of layered, evocative
effects and textures. If youre looking for music that will lift you up and help you
transcend the daily toil and trouble of life, a listen to 'Innersense' will do that for
you." (Archie Patterson, Eurock, USA). |
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| "The eagerly awaited new album from Bekki Williams is a tour de
force! From the beautiful opening track 'A Breath Away' to the heartfelt closing 'Fading',
this album will, quite literally, 'take your breath away' and leave you pressing the
repeat button time and time again. This album really has been worth the wait and it will
touch those parts of your soul that most other music can never hope to reach. Quite simply
a gem!" (AD Music, UK.) |
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| "This latest work by Bekki Williams is also probably her best. From
the very beginning of the album, we witness a display of creativity of an exceptionally
high degree. The style of the release flows along different avantgarde aspects of New
Instrumental music, Synth-Pop and Melodic Ambient. The music is very emotional, with
romantic and also majestic traits. Bekki uses synthesizers in an unusually warm way,
showing us the best of herself as a composer. This album is highly recommended for those
who love the most melodic side of electronic music." (Hector Jordan, Amazing
Sounds, Spain). |
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| "This album is unashamedly melodic. Not only is it melodic but it's
full to brimming over with tunes. Not only has it got tunes but it's romantic. Not only is
it romantic but it's full of warmth and fantasy. Across ten tracks and fifty minutes, the
incurable romantic that is Bekki Williams provides the listener with more tunes than you
can shake a stick at, lashings of strings, bucketfuls of romance and themes that sound
like movie soundtracks. Hats off to her for producing music she feels passionately about,
and it's passion that comes flowing out of the music from this CD like a river. If you
like melody, tunes, direction, purpose, cohesion and beauty in your synth music, then look
no further, because 'Innersense" will be a godsend.' (Andy G, CDS, UK.) |
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| Tracklisting
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| Reviews |
Your Comments |
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