Rock-Electronic Instrumental Review: THE 4D MAN- IL Fantasmi dello Spazio

Release Date: May 9, 2025

Label: Tabu Recordings

Website

The 4D MAN is a mysterious recording artist delivered to us via the surf multiverse. Who is this person or band? I have to say, the cover art for IL Fantasmi dello Spazio is compelling; it looks like a forbidden-planet-type scenario. And the fact that they are anonymous makes it even more interesting. These four tracks are an introduction to their exciting sound.

“IL Fantasmi dello Spazio” begins with a soft bassline; then, within a few seconds, everything erupts. The guitar has a twangy, metallic sound followed by some heavier fretwork. All the instruments merge for a complete sound. There is some spoken word woven in—like when a voice comes onand says, “an extraterrestrial microbe.” That gives it a sci-fi, interstellar feel.

“The Earth Dies Screaming” maintains the same energy as at the start. The hard-driving bass and drums are the engine that moves this musical machine. There is a lot of energy packed into a little over two minutes. The guitars are excellent; they speak loudly and proudly.

“Radiocarbon Dating” features more spoken word than the previous tracks. There is never a dull moment to be had in this music. The guitars continue to rock out, and the bottom end secures the necessary space without giving up an inch, allowing those six strings to stand out nicely and consistently.

“Univac 9000” starts quite differently from the other tracks, and the guitars waste no time joining the fray. Cool resonating effects are implemented here alongside brief spoken words. The drums remain in the background, tapping out a singular rhythm as melting synth sounds enter and eventually fade out. It’s electronics that meet modern rock with a unique twist.

If you are a fan of Man or Astro-man? You are going to love the 4D MAN and their recording, IL Fantasmi dello Spazio. This is a great taste of what may be in store for future releases. I enjoyed it; it was a departure from anything I have heard in some time. For my ears, that is a welcome opportunity. It’s time to blast off into the void with some rockin’ tunes!

Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck-New Age Music Reviews Founder

March 4, 2026

Tracks:

1. Il Fantasmi dello Spazio 03:10

2. The Earth Dies Screaming 02:21

3. Radiocarbon Dating 02:42

4. Univac 9000 02:34

Progressive Rock Band Brass Camel to Release Third Album “Brass Camel” April 15th, Mixed by Legendary Producer Terry Brown

New single "What Are You Going to Do" releases today, March 4^th

Vancouver-based progressive rock band Brass Camel announce that they will release their third album Brass Camel on April 15^th, 2026. The new single from the upcoming album, "What Are You Going to Do", releases today, March 4^th.

Listen to “What Are You Going to Do”: http://linktr.ee/listentobrasscamel

The album was recorded primarily at Chalet Studios in Uxbridge and co-produced by Kevin Comeau (Crown Lands). The mix of this new album gets a decidedly more old-school treatment this time as the band had the honour of getting Terry Brown of Rush production fame on board. Says Terry, “Some classic influences here on the new Brass Camel album, so couple that with cool tunes, great arrangements, excellent lyric writing and superb execution by a group of talented musicians - you get great results! Thanks for having me mix this epic.”

This upcoming self-titled record represents both a consolidation of the band’s previous strengths, and an evolution in other ways. Brass Camel is the first album of material entirely written during the tenure of the current lineup. Even the previous album Camel, recorded with the full five-piece, still contained much material conceived during more primordial stages of the Brass Camel project. The band sees this as a culmination of a loose three-album cycle that firmly establishes what they’re about, as evidenced by the cheeky progression of titles Brass, Camel, and finally Brass Camel.

Says guitarist Daniel Sveinson, “Brass Camel is, appropriately, the first Brass Camel record that I feel sounds like a Brass Camel record. We’ve spent god knows how many hours in a bus together, in studio together and onstage together and I’d like to believe that is reflected in this collection of songs and recordings. We were focused, driven and motivated throughout the process and can’t wait to play these songs live all over the country and, later this year, in Europe (and hopefully the UK).”

One goal the band had for this new album was for the lyrical content to be more central to the creative process. Says keyboardist Aubrey Ellefson, “Each track here explores a specific concept or story; from the legend of the Jersey Devil, to a dramatic narration of the Titan submersible disaster, to tackling the can of worms that is AI vs. the creative process, and many more.”

Says Daniel, “This album is more lyrically dense - there’s a higher word count here than our first two LPs put together - and more musically ambitious, weirder and yet somehow more accessible than our previous efforts. There are a lot of subtleties and easter eggs hidden in the arrangements which I hope will make each listen more entertaining than the last! When it’s funk, it’s funkier. When it’s proggy, it’s proggier. When it’s loud, it’s louder. When it’s quiet, it’s quieter. There’s a lot more of a lot more but it’s all Brass Camel. Hope you enjoy it.”

Track list:

Side A:
1. You’ve Got Time
2. What Are you Going to Do
3. Why Bother
4. Can’t Say We Didn’t Try
5. Ice Cold
6. Careful What You Wish For

Side B:
7. Everybody Loves a Scandal
8. Catch Us If You Can
9. Last Call
10. This is Goodbye

Produced by Brass Camel and Kevin Comeau
Mixed by Terry Brown at Moron Heights
Engineered by Kevin Comeau and Dylan Lammie
Mastered by João Carvalho

Recorded at:
Chalet Studios*
Hipposonic Studio**
Blue Light Studio**
Camelot Studio**
*Uxbridge   **Vancouver

Drum technician: Graham Shaw
Cover art by Red Baron
Sleeve Photography by Heather Horncastle

Performed by:
Daniel Sveinson - electric guitar/vocals
Curtis Arsenault - bass/vocals
Aubrey Ellefson - keyboards/vocals
Wyatt Gilson - drums and percussion
Additional musicians:
Dylan Lammie - electric guitar on “Why Bother” and “Careful What You Wish For"
Cat Madden - vocals on “What Are You Going to Do"

About Brass Camel:
Vancouver's Brass Camel is a rock band that defies labels, fusing deep-pocket funk, face-melting prog, and massive-harmony art rock. Since releasing their debut album Brass in 2022, they’ve played over 180 shows, including four national Canadian tours, major festivals (Between the Peaks, Starbelly Jam, Wapiti), and stages like Vancouver’s Commodore Ballroom, Vogue Theatre, and a Toronto headliner at the historic Longboat Hall. Their musicianship and work ethic have earned endorsements from Sabian, Rotosound UK, Pro Mark Drumsticks and Evans Drumheads. In 2024, their cover of Sabrina Carpenter’s Please Please Please on Musora’s Covers Challenge took off on YouTube, drawing 750,000 views and counting. Their sophomore album Camel (spring 2025) brought international press, reaction videos, and steady LP sales. While touring in support of this album, the band recorded their third LP at Uxbridge's pastoral Chalet Studio with Kevin Comeau of Crown Lands co-producing. Mixed by the legendary Terry Brown (Rush, Hendrix, The Who, Blue Rodeo), the upcoming (April 2026) release marks a bold leap in songwriting, distilling Brass Camel’s road-forged sound into something entirely their own.

Testimonials:

“Brass Camel…man, they’re good worldwide!” - Gordie Johnson (Big Sugar)

“They’re like a funky RUSH” - Fantastic Negrito (3X Grammy winner)

“The mad scientists of modern rock.” - Jesse Roper

"Brass Camel is the best band in Canada - mind blowing. Their live show is truly unbelievable." -Hal Jacques (CHOM DJ - Montreal)

“I have seen the future of prog rock and it is Brass Camel.” - Kevin Comeau (Crown Lands)

“Brass Camel is gonna save rock and roll.” - Clayton Bellamy (Road Hammers)

“Top notch across the board.” - Tayo Branston (Five Alarm Funk)

"Brass Camel is without-a-doubt, one of Vancouver’s best bands. Period. All genres. They're absolutely crushing players! Tight and punchy. You need to see the Camel live!" - Todd Hancock (Toddcast Podcast, CFOX Vancouver)

“This is a band that embraces musicianship and the spectacle of a live show, at the highest level. They are on a fast trajectory to being one of the great Canadian rock and roll bands.” - Ben Kaplan (Producer/engineer/mixer, Mother Mother, Rise Against, Shakira, etc)

Pre-order Brass Camel: https://www.brasscamel.store/product/pre-order-the-third-album-on-vinyl-/KNQ6PEOIBHJ2OI3EXIWAXIVH

For more information: https://www.brasscamel.ca/

CONTACT:
mgmt@minotaurmusic.com
Daniel James
778-839-2399

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Aisles Releases Live Video At Abbey Road Studio 3 Through Instagram Live With Jo Kendall This Wednesday

Jo Kendall (Prog / Classic Rock) interviews Aisles on Instagram live ahead of the YouTube premiere of Blue Skies (live at Abbey Road) this Wednesday at 6pm UK

A powerful live performance filmed inside Studio 3 at Abbey Road Studios — a milestone moment ahead of the band’s next studio album.

Filmed during the band’s recent UK tour — which included a highly successful appearance at HRH Prog — the session documents a defining moment in Aisles’ international trajectory. On 17 November 2025, four songs were recorded fully live at Abbey Road, to be released individually throughout the year on YouTube, culminating in a full live EP available on CD and digital platforms later this year.

Jo Kendall, music journalist from Prog Magazine and Classic Rock, was there to witness the session, and she will join Aisles again on Instagram Live this Wednesday 4th of March at 6 pm UK, to discuss the video and performance.

The performance features the band’s current lineup consisting of Boris Seeder (lead vocals), Germán Vergara (guitars, vocals), Juan Pablo Gaete (keyboards), Daniel Alejandro Concha Baird-Kerr (bass) and Alvaro Poblete (drums). The band were accompanied by their long-time sound engineer and recording engineer, Fernando Cubillos, who engineered, mixed and mastered the session, ensuring the performance retained both its raw energy and sonic depth.

The first release, Blue Skies, is particularly significant. Originally the first single from the band’s upcoming studio album, the song now re-emerges in a raw and emotionally charged live setting. The performance not only showcases the band’s precision, chemistry and sonic power, but also captures them performing inside the very room where artists such as The Beatles and Pink Floyd shaped modern music history and both very influential to Aisles’ emotional and at the same time expansive sound.

Studio 3 provides an intimate yet historic backdrop. The video offers more than a live rendition; it delivers a visual and sonic statement about where Aisles stand today: confident, cohesive, and operating at a new level of intensity ahead of the unveiling of their upcoming long-awaited sixth studio album.

Recorded entirely live, without overdubs, Blue Skies (Live at Abbey Road) highlights the band’s tight musicianship and dynamic interplay. The session stands as both a symbolic and artistic milestone — reflecting Aisles’ expanding international presence and serving as a powerful preview of what lies ahead with their next studio album.

With this release, Aisles invite listeners to witness the band at a pivotal moment: refined, ambitious, and fully alive inside one of the world’s most iconic recording spaces.

ON MARCH 4TH 6 PM UK TIME THE BAND WILL BE INTERVIEWED ON INSTAGRAM LIVE BY MUSIC JOURNALIST AND CRITIC JO KENDALL AHEAD OF THE OFFICIAL VIDEO PREMIERE AT 6:20 UK ON THEIR OFFICIAL YOUTUBE CHANNEL.

AISLES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3m_ezhicmtfbhcejWDSy5A

THERE WILL BE Q&A WITH THE BAND DURING THE BROADCAST.

VIDEO CREDITS

Recorded and Filmed Live at Abbey Road Studios
17 November 2025
Engineered, Mixed and Mastered by Fernando Cubillos
Filmed by Manuela Langotsch and Nick Davaris
Edited and Online by Diego Carrasco
Color Grading by Sergio Bejárez

THE VIDEO IS AVAILABLE RIGHT NOW TO ALL AISLES' PATREON MEMBERS AS PART OF THEIR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: https://www.patreon.com/posts/blue-skies-live-150956417

For more information:
https://www.patreon.com/c/aislesproject
https://www.instagram.com/aislesproject
https://aisles.bandcamp.com/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1aHj1tpKsDAUDDOMZXcjQg
https://www.facebook.com/presagiorecords

AISLES ON BURNING SHED: https://burningshed.com/artists/aisles_artist

PRESAGIO RECORDS

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Progressive Ambient Rock Review: Craig Padilla & Marvin Allen-Unfolding Skies

 Release Date: February 20, 2026

Label: Spotted Peccary Music

Website

Spotted Peccary Music artists Craig Padilla and Marvin Allen reunite for their fourth release, Unfolding Skies, employing a live approach to enhance spontaneity and color.

They are an international, award-winning electronic ambient rock duo from Northern California.

As you absorb the cover art, it transports you to the exact place these musicians want you to be—floating away with their ambient tones, vivid colors, and prolific guitar passages. These two men are a musical juggernaut, fully intent on grabbing and holding your attention. There are seven tracks, and not one is under five minutes.

“Framework” begins softly and gradually builds to a crescendo. Many layers of synths come together, with the guitar’s force and power shining through beautifully. You move from soft ambient textures to a full-on, Kraftwerk-like rocker with piercing, dramatic guitar lines. What an incredibly vast instrumental piece! It’s cinematic, spacious, and all-encompassing. The combination of synths and guitar playing is amazing!

In “Undercurrents of Change,” a multitude of synths merge quickly as the next journey begins. The momentum continues as the synth takes the spotlight. There is an underlying current, as the title suggests, like a river of sound, while the guitar notes gently complement the other elements. Tasteful playing is evident, yet it never loses its power and impact.

“Sun Portal” takes on a more mellow approach as the synths weave a tapestry of tones and colors; the guitar embellishes gently, then shifts to a more prominent inflection. The synths strengthen to match the guitar’s intensity. The drums and bass also stand out, mixing nicely into the layered build. This music is about layering upon layer, quickly forming powerful, effective soundscapes. Toward the end, you hear the synth emit a few piercing, laser-like sounds as it begins to quiet down and slowly fade out.

Who wouldn’t want to be “Jammin’ with Buddha”? You can only imagine what that might be like. Here, it’s time to let the music pull you away on its own magic carpet ride into existence beyond the present. The synths build as the guitar places its notes strategically within this bubble of musical brilliance. The blend here is significant due to the tempo and the guitar’s restrained playing. This is a beautifully done piece with a relaxing ambiance. I think the Buddha would have loved it!

“Cosmic Blueprint” maintains the softer ambiance of the previous track. The keyboard sounds are reminiscent of some of my favorite Tangerine Dream music. The track carries a dual effect—calmness, with just enough color to add excitement. It’s a definitive blend that these two gentlemen have mastered on this recording, and this track exemplifies that approach and sound.

The level of intensity rises about three-quarters of the way through. The sounds carry you away with purpose, as the guitar ascends to another level, working toward the finish line while the synths respond with more volume and power.

“Architects of Time” starts in an entirely different way than the previous tracks. The sounds gently draw you in, making you feel as if they could change at any moment. As the title suggests, the music acts as a clock ticking off the minutes, then the guitar arrives for the anticipated change as the synths shift in sound and tempo, adding yet another layer to the mix. The production and instrument separation throughout are simply outstanding. The tempo and volume rise across the board, creating drama and a soundtrack for a fast-developing scene in your mind. The guitar wails as the synths bubble over with exuberance. I got chills from this one—wow.

“Unfolding Skies” is their magnum opus, wrapping up this amazing musical journey and filling 13:20 of your time on this earth, ensuring you remember this recording and the two men who created it. It begins with the keys leading you down a path and a gradual build of sounds. This is exactly what you are expecting, and that’s what makes it so exciting and anticipatory.

The title track is crucial, and I appreciate when a recording either opens with it or uses it to close the album. Momentum builds near the halfway point as the synths amplify and the guitar’s sharp licks cut through with emphasis. The music keeps growing and gathering intensity. What a great way to end this magical mystery tour of engaging sounds.

Craig Padilla and Marvin Allen have created a masterpiece of ambient progressive rock you won’t soon forget. I can only imagine what this would sound like in Dolby Atmos or on vinyl!

Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck-MuzikMan.net Founder

February 23, 2026

Tracks:

1. Framework 12:03

2. Undercurrents of Change 5:29

3. Sun Portal 5:59

4. Jammin’ with Buddha 5:15

5. Cosmic Blueprint 8:39

6. Architects of Time 5:38

7. Unfolding Skies 13:20

CROSSBONE SKULLY HEADED UP BY TOMMY HENRIKSEN (ALICE COOPER, HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES) RETURN WITH THE POWERFUL NEW ANTHEM “WE’RE L.O.S.T.“ THROUGH DEKO ENTERTAINMENT.

Stockton, NJ - Crossbone Skully are back with the final blow to their Evil World Machine era, releasing their eagerly awaited new single "We're L.O.S.T" today (February 27). It's a raw reflection of Hollywood, otherwise known as the City of Angels, where dreams are broken by the abuse of power.

With a message that mirrors the grit and madness of the world today, frontman Tommy Henriksen describes the anthem as "surviving a ruthless city by becoming tougher and finding your fire to stand unbroken in the face of evil doers". Guitarist Anna Cara continues, “As soon as Tommy showed me this song, I had to listen on repeat! An incredible song with so much meaning in today’s world.” The video follows Tommy as he prowls through the City of Angels picking up misfits, saints and survivors along the way in search of the Gonzo, with the help of his guide, Sem, and seeing the signs sent by the Bringer of Light and The Sorcerer to overcome the entity Nomastae.

Listen here: https://push.fm/ps/tpkzpj92

Crossbone Skully are a hard rock band led by Tommy Henriksen (Alice Cooper, Hollywood Vampires) and features talented up-and-coming guitarist Anna "Blackthorn" Cara, whose distinctive style adds to their powerful sound. Alongside wicked guitar player Sam "Barn" Koltun, Hollywood Vampires bassist extraordinaire Chris Wyse and rock-solid drummer Tuesdai.

Their critically acclaimed debut album Evil World Machine makes a bold statement, featuring hit singles “High On You”, “The Boom Went The Boom” and “Everyone's on Dope”, “I’m Unbreakable”. But now it's time for the Evil World Machine to be destroyed.

Stream "We're L.O.S.T" now across digital platforms and join the Misfits of the Universe for the global music video premiere on Crossbone Skully's YouTube channel at 12pm ET (9am PT} on Friday, February 27.

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9kGdGcb2yI

For more information, visit
www.crossboneskully.com
www.dekoentertainment.com
Deko Entertainment–Art Has Value

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