4 extended tracks of slowly unfolding ambient sounds
Chris Meyer | 05/02/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Marking yet another development in the musical path of producer Bill Laswell (acclaimed for the recent remix projects Dreams of Freedon: Ambient Translations of Bob Marley in Dub and Panthalassa: The Music of Miles Davis 1969-1974), Sacrifice is one of the first two releases of the new Meta Records, a label dedicated to spiritually oriented music and spoken-word recordings. It comprises four extended tracks of slowly unfolding ambient sounds that range from deep subterranean moans to sparkling night-sky twinkles. The latter, on the 16-minute pieces "Reflection" and "Still," are provided by the chiming electric 36-string zither of ambient pioneer Laraaji, advocate and teacher of "soundhealing" and laughter meditation; the former by Laswell's msterful manipulations of electronics and distinctive bass playing. Some of the aural atmospherics stretch out like sci-fi soundtracks, others are more abstract in their spacious textures, but none limit themselves to soothing New Age stereotypes, and all reward deep listening."
Excellent chilled-out "drivel"!
crown of indica | saint paul,mn,usa | 07/22/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"warning!warning! attention deficit disorder impared individuals keep away!you'll get bored by the onslaught of trippy instrumentals and hazy mindscapes this awesome cd delivers!(on the other hand,trippers-buy 'er up right quick now-ya hear?!)"