New age music news for July - September 2009


After having just completed his critically acclaimed 50 city tour in the USA and Canada, Yanni returns to Mexico for his first concert tour in over 5 years. He will be touring four cities, October 11–20, 2009. Here are the venues: Puebla Auditoria Siglo XXI 10/11/09 León Poliforum 10/15/09 Guadala....



One of the best live recordings of new age music is without a doubt Planet Passion by Ancient Future (although the band prefers the genre name world fusion music and not new age music). A remastered version of the original album was released in February to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the first....



We have previously told you about piano teacher Edward Weiss whose new age music program – Quiescencemusic – has been endorsed by master pianist David Lanz. Now Edward Weiss is receiving even more praise. According to Allaboutjazz.com: It’s one thing to teach piano its quite another bein....



The cover for Enya’s And winter came has been selected for nomination for a the Grammy 2010 awards – this according to Enya.com. We will have to wait until December to see if the album too will be nominated for a Grammy. One thing is certain though; Enya’s winter album has been a winner on the....



NewAgeMusic.nu’s web radio New Age Stars has just passed another milestone – over 1.500 Live365.com subscribers now have our radio among their presets for easy access! And approx. 1.500 is also the number of average daily listeners. New Age Stars is now the 140th most popular web radio on one of the....



Druid has been one of Medwyn Goodall’s most beloved albums since it was released back in 1990. In many ways it was his breakthrough album too. Now the follow-up, Druid II, has been released! You can sample it here.


Musical Oases
25/9/2009

The fraise Music can take you places might sound like cliché, but you will see the truth in it after listening to Paul Heinerman’s brand new album Oases – which is being released today, September 25! This album will take you on an unforgettable musical journey to Ireland, Greece, North America, Indi....



There are thousands of ways the word love can be defined.  When talking about the word in an interpersonal context, everyone can easily recognize their true feelings and just know they love someone without a written description to define what they are feeling. Paul Avgerinos is the composing musicia....



Sometimes less complicated is better. This is truly the fact with the no. 1 title on iTunes Music Store US at the moment, with the descriptive name Relaxing Piano Music. Michael Silverman at Autumn Hill Records has over the last few years produced titles that are just what the audience wants; beauti....



Sometimes less complicated is better. This is truly the fact with the no. 1 title on iTunes Music Store US at the moment, with the descriptive name Relaxing Piano Music. Michael Silverman at Autumn Hill Records has over the last few years produced titles that are just what the audience wants; beauti....



New age music star David Gordon has together with his brother Steve a very nice blog, which is not always about music. Now David has blogged about the art of saying “no” because “Sometimes saying yes to every request doesn’t bring the positivity we intend”. Read the inspiring post here.



Andreas Vollenweider and his band, better known as Andreas Vollenweider & Friends (AVAF), have recently been performing in South Africa at the Joy of Jazz-Festival in Johannesburg. Back in Switzerland AVAF sums up the trip this way: It was the third visit of Andreas and his Friends at the southe....



Andreas Vollenweider and his band, better known as Andreas Vollenweider & Friends (AVAF), have recently been performing in South Africa at the Joy of Jazz-Festival in Johannesburg. Back in Switzerland AVAF sums up the trip this way: It was the third visit of Andreas and his Friends at the southe....



One of the finest new artists in our genre is without a doubt Torben Thoger. But new is perhaps not the right word; so far he has released three albums. And now he presents a compilation of his best songs, which also includes three tracks from his forthcoming album, Luz (which means “light”). The co....



One of the finest new artists in our genre is without a doubt Torben Thoger. But new is perhaps not the right word; so far he has released three albums. And now he presents a compilation of his best songs, which also includes three tracks from his forthcoming album, Luz (which means “light”). The co....



In my opinion one of the most fascinating aspects of new age music is its the fusion between different genres. Between jazz, pop, rock and classical is a musical borderland that is as interesting as it is diverse. Now the CMH Label Group is preparing an expedition to this magical borderland with the....



In my opinion one of the most fascinating aspects of new age music is its the fusion between different genres. Between jazz, pop, rock and classical is a musical borderland that is as interesting as it is diverse. Now the CMH Label Group is preparing an expedition to this magical borderland with the....



John P. Olsen has just conducted an Interview with Mars Lasar. The topics are about his remarkable music career, current projects, and innovative technological products. There is also some informal discussion about New Age music in general, and what it feels like to be a famous musician. John (J): Y....



In respect of the victims of 9 / 11, we post this video. It is important to remember.   Please note: Strong Viewer Content.



The title of John Adorney’s new album, his 5th solo release, is The Fountain. Mr. Adorney writes: ”Those of you who are familiar with my music might hear this CD as a continuation of my others (although you might notice a little more flavor from India). On the song Comme Le Vent, I collaborated once....



I’m a big fan of new age music titles that are somehow connected to water. Island music is a sub genre of its own, and so is also the case with the deep water genre. The most prominent titles are Terry Oldfield’s De Profundis: Out of the Depths and the recent mega selling Relax: A Liquid Mind Experi....



Over the last year New Earth Records has released eight titles from Terry Oldfield’s back catalogue, published under the Terry Oldfield Classic Collection name. There is no doubt in my mind; these titles are some of the finest new age music ever released, and Terry is most probably the best flutist ....



I have been a huge fan of David and Diane Arkenstone’s ethnic and ambient “Native Southwest” side project, Ah*Nee*Mah, since their first album was released back in 2001. So far there have been 4 albums released, the latest being Ancient Visions in 2006. Now a “best of” Ah*Nee*Mah, entitled Native Sp....



This is for only the most eager Enya fans out there, who simply cannot wait a second more to place their order: Play.com has started taking preorders  for the upcoming “Best of” Enya album! May November come fast!



Most people begin their day with the hopes of making the most of each new opportunity improving their lives in some aspect.  One solo pianist has made it a priority to better his music abilities through hard work, education, and practice.  This dedication to betterment has empowered him to acquire m....



One of the hallmarks of great artists is the ability to combine different genres and create something new and totally different. These artists create music that lives on and still sounds fresh many years after it was originally released. I think that the band with the cool sounding name Kush, starte....



Movie Soundtracks & Film Scores have played an integral role for many classic moments in film history, transforming a great movie into an award winning motion picture.  Time after time, New Age music is chosen to provide the chemistry to accomplish the director’s objective in bringing out....



On Yahoo Answers one can ask questions on just about anything. A user has asked the following question: Would you consider New Age musicians part of “jass crossover” (or perhaps “classical crossover”) artists? For any of you here at Yahoo Answers who majors in jazz music, do ....



This is just out: Warner Music will be releasing a new Best of Enya album this coming November 16th. The album will include titles from all the Warner albums with favourite songs chosen by Enya, Nicky and Roma. A special edition will contain DVD and documentary footage. Details to follow. The most s....



Imagine yourself as captain of a sailboat near the Hawaiian Islands exploring nature in the great outdoors, taking photographs, listening to music, and then sketching out the notes for your next piano solo album. Christopher Boscole is the composing artist who enjoys those activities while sail boat....



One of the finest new age music flutists I know of is Ronu Majumdar. If you are new to his music,  you can sample a selection of his music on Amazon. Mr. Majumdar recently held a concert in Bangalore. I want to quote from the presentation of this concert since it gives a very good presentation of Ma....



We have recently reviewed Fiona Joy Hawkins’ great album Blue Dream. This album is now set for a SA-CD Release, and has spent four months in Radio’s Top Ten. In connection with this, a press release has been issued on Billboard Publicity Wire. Check it out here.



To find a soundtrack that is truly relaxing can be hard; it is all about what is right for you. Sometimes you want melody, somtimes melody and rhythm, while other times the sound of nature is all you need. Silence may also turn out to be a great soundtrack. But if you are looking for a great nature....



This is not an offer you’ll get every day; the possibility to buy a bottle of exclusive wine signed by a major new age music artist! The wine is called Kitaro “Impressions” 2007 Maboroshi Pinot Noir. Here is a description of the wine from the vineyard: Due to debut in September along wit....



David & Steve Gordon have a wonderful blog where they not only talk about their music – but also give advices on mastering stress. Their newest post is called Zap Stress with Deep Breathing. Read it here



I love articles that try to redefine music genres. As you know, the perception of a genre is much more static than music itself. Excellent webpage Popmatters.com has a comprehensive introduction of the music of famous soul artist Maxwell – who recently released the album BLACKsummers’night. I ....



I hold Eric Mouquet of Deep Forest/Deep Projects to be the finest Ethnic Fusion artist ever - and he is one of the few major label new age artists that debuted in the 1990s. He is also an outstanding pianist. But don’t take my word for it, let the 10+ million albums sold, or the 20+ million Youtube ....



Always a valid question, right? Well, how about this article on newspage Marketrasenmail.co.uk: ARE YOU interested in the paranormal; healing modalities; spirits, psychics or mediums, New Age music or gifts? And more: Do you practice any of the above and would like to show members of the public how ....



Allmusic.com is in many ways THE destination for comprehensive music information. Under the new age music category is an essay by Linda Kohanov about the various sub genres.  The essay is short, to the point and accurate – just like Allmusic.com always is. Read it here.



Recently we announced an Artist Interview with music celebrity Mars Lasar here at newagemusic.nu.  Let’s explore one of his albums with a Jazz influence that sets the stage for a memorable music experience. This revered man of many talents has touched the lives of millions of people while show....



Nothing less than four exciting titles are due out this fall on MG Music. And if that was not enough, two of new age music’s finest artists have joined Medwyn Goodall’s label! But more on that later. First the upcoming titles: Druid has been one of Medwyn Goodall’s most beloved albums since it was r....



iLike.com has rapidly become one of the most popular music destinations on the net with its free content and Youtube and Facebook integration. This week the site was bought by MySpace, so this is a site we will get to hear more about in the future. And like all great music sites, it also has a secti....



David Wahler is having lots of well deserved success with his wonderful Antiquus album (read our rave review here). This press release is just out with the heartwarming headline: Discover how a 60-year-old casualty of the recession reinvents himself and becomes a New Age Music phenomenon in one year....



Starting from early childhood, this New Age artist from Southern California has always had the ambition to pursue music as a career.  Beginning piano at age  14  she first began composing music on her own after discovering music greats like the Beatles, Herb Alpert, and John Williams.  By having the....



To use the term new age when talking about music composed by someone who has been associated with punk is not always easy. From time to time I find reminiscences of the punk vs. prog rock/ambient/new age discussion of the late 70s and 80s, and it makes me smile. It is long gone now of course; today ....



Edward Weiss is known for his program – Quiescencemusic - that promises that anyone can learn to compose and play new age music piano without sheet music or musical scores. Now, according to webpage Allaboutjazz.com, Weiss has received the best endorsement imaginable: from the one and only mr. David....



Many have people have trouble sleeping, and every tool that can help their mind relax has high value. Now more and more people are discovering that new age music can help them fall asleep. One of the best new age albums in the sleep category is without a doubt Liqid Mind’s recent album Liquid Mind ....



If you want to create an otherworldly atmosphere new age music is a key ingredient. So is it also at George Van Tassel’s Integratron in Landers, California. It is a dome-shaped structure constructed out of plywood and fiberglass. Tassel created it as a “rejuvenation machine” supposedly f....



One of the most popular new age albums these days is the 39 track long Nature Sounds Lullaby collection released on the Autum Hill Records last year. At $ 9,99 is it a budget released with a lot of sounds for the listener (even though no track is longer than 3 minutes). The album is selling very wel....



New age music recordings rarely get praise for being high fidelity. Audiophiles rather listen to classical or rock music, were all instruments are played and recorded live. But from time to time a hi-fi new age album is released (or re-released as a hi-fi edition). David Darling’s 8-String Religion ....



If you are in the creative mood, why not participate in Peter Buffett’s new cover design contest? He wants his fans to help him design the cover of his new single Running Blind. This single is, by the way, available for free for a limited time only on his Ning forum.



We are pleased to announce an Artist Interview with music celebrity Mars Lasar here at newagemusic.nu.  Mars is revered in the music business, having an incredible career with a long history of creating outstanding music that has generated wide appeal to all audiences near and far.  This present day....



To celebrate Radio Mystic’s 5th Anniversary you can now get an exclusive free mp3 pack containing music by Kori Carothers, Priscilla Hernandez, Psicodreamics, Michele Ippolito, Dave Wike and Nelson Ortiz. The tracks are encoded at 256kbps. Grab your free pack here. But be fast; soon new tracks will....



One man’s personal dream of a world symphony has become a reality by the release of his second album through the AMAdea Records label based in Bulgaria. There are around  6.7  Billion people living on our planet according to the latest U.S. Census Bureau estimate and one person from the multit....



Now this is for all you stressed-out parents: in the article Finding time for yourself when you stay at home with your kids Examiner.com has this advice: Let it be known that you are not to be disturbed, lock your door, and put on New Age music as you step into the bathtub. It is amazing how recharg....



The web page iPhoneworld.ca has an article about the iPhone puzzle game Triazzle. They give this description of the game: If working your brain while gazing at beautifully rendered animated butterflies, fireflies, turtles and little tropical rain forest frogs while listening to new age music and amb....



I am often amazed of how songs I have heard before sound different when they are included in a compilation. On the original album the song was perhaps a slow interlude between two fast and rhythmic songs, while on the compilation it can be one of many chilled songs. An example of this is the compila....



I am often amazed of how songs I have heard before sound different when they are included in a compilation. On the original album the song was perhaps a slow interlude between two fast and rhythmic songs, while on the compilation it can be one of many chilled songs. An example of this is the compila....



One of this year’s major new age music titles has been released: Kitaro’s Impressions Of The West Lake. And this is not just an album, but also a DVD directed by internationally acclaimed filmmaker Zhang Yimou. He’s biggest project to date was the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2008 Olympics ....



One of this year’s major new age music titles has been released: Kitaro’s Impressions Of The West Lake. And this is not just an album, but also a DVD directed by internationally acclaimed filmmaker Zhang Yimou. He’s biggest project to date was the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2008 Olympics ....



I urge you to take a look at the newly redesigned homepage of New Earth Records. As you know, they have some of the best new age music artists in their catalogue – like Deuter and Terry Oldfield – and now it is even easier to find the songs you like and discover new music too.



John P. Olsen, contributing author for newagemusic.nu has Interviewed New Age composing New Age artist Paul Sills from the United Kingdom.  The Interview discussion is about Paul’s early music career, and his 2 albums, Astral Doorways & Walking Across Heaven.  John :   I have enjoyed getti....



Since its release in November last year, Enya’s And winter came has been in and out of the no. 1 spot on all major new age music sales charts, including iTunes and Amazon. Even in the summer heat, Enya’s winter album is selling more than anyone else in the genre. Below is an illustration of t....



The Summer season has just improved by the release from a music team living in the second largest country in the world.  This country shares the longest common border with the United States from East to West then North to South, in a federation comprised of 10 provinces and 3 territories. Canada is ....



Below is the new music video from Psicodreamics for the song Loneliness and Sadness Waltz. If you are looking for something to cool you down in the summer heat, this snowy video will do the trick.



More and more major artists are using web forums and video chat proactively to reach out to their fans. As we have told you before, Jean M. Jarre is one of them. Another is Peter Buffett. On his Ning forum his fans really get to know the man behind the music. Here they can listen to unreleased track....



In under 5 days, David Arkenstone’s new album Caribbean Nights entered no. 1 on iTunes Music Store’s New Age Music Chart. Yet again mr. Arkenstone shows that he knows what the fans want: Steel drums!



Composing musician Paul Sills of the United Kingdom, has a great New Age album dealing with the relevance of our perception as it relates to sound. Astral Doorways was Paul’s creative first endeavor that explores the spiritual and surreal side of music, where illusion plays a definitive role t....



The website Scenenewspaper has a very nice interview with Ken Tribolini about his album Life Times Ago. Mr. Tribolini is asked: what three words best describe your work? He answers: Soothing, relaxing, (slight pause) ah, and, of course, peaceful. It is not exactly rock&roll, that’s true, but thi....



The title of John Steiner’s new album is Into The Green, and it has now been released.  It is his second solo piano CD, the follow-up to his critically-acclaimed album, Out of the Blue. Steiner is inspired by everything from experimental jazz to Indian music. You can read an interview with Ste....



In celebration of the summer, David Arkenstone’s Caribbean Nights album has been released on the Green Hill label. I cannot think of an artist better qualified to release an album with such a warm and cozy title – and wow, what a sunny album it is! The sound of real steel drums, marimba, percussion ....



Aloha !  The island state of Hawaii has the unique distinction as a preferred vacation and honeymoon destination in the Continental United States, likewise having visitors from all countries seeking fun in the sun, relaxation, and a memorable vacation experience. Something to consider is how much mo....



While some audio frequencies are pure noise to the human ear, other can be relaxing and even therapeutic. The album Re-leaf (released in 2005) by Illume in Essence contains a selection of beautiful flute and guitar melodies. In the background is a quite powerful audio frequency which at first sounds....



Fans of Paul Heinerman must note the date 25th September on the calendar. This is when his new album Oases will be released. The album is a musical journey through the oases of the world. On the album you’ll get to visit Ireland, Greece, North America, India, China and Native America. It is seven ye....



Discoveries is the title of the popular Japanese jazz band T-Square’s new album. Here is a description of the release: Like similar Japanese bands, it has the jazz rhythms and mood but the blend of different sounds produced from a range of instruments including electric and acoustic guitars, s....



The song Breathe in Me by Liquid Mind (aka Chuck Wild) from his 8th album entitled Sleep can be heard in the newly released feature film Away We Go, directed by Sam Mendes. The song is in the film’s intro. According to IMDb, this is a film about a couple who is expecting their first child an....



Vicki Logan has a history of composing and producing outstanding New Age music from the very beginning of her music career. Her second album titled Finding My Way on her Carvic label achieved a top 100 album rating, airing on over 700 online radio stations worldwide. The song Enchanted Winds did arr....



Now over 1000 Live365 Listeners have our web radio station New Age Stars in their presets – which means that they have saved the station for easy access and playback. The station was launched as NewAgeMusic.nu’s music sampler in late December 2008 and has been a success story from day 1.....



We have said it before and we will say it again and again; new age music makes a perfect gift! One of the few labels that have taken this seriously is Paradise Music. They produce gift cards with wonderful, inspiring art and include a CD by Llewellyn. Here you will find cards for many different occ....



Jaya Lakshmi’s new album is entitled Radiance. The album offers Spanish guitar, Celtic Flute and Jaya Lakshmi ’s wonderful vocal. The rhythm is slow and meditative, while the synths create a soundscape that is truly relaxing. Radience is produced by Steve Gordon, and features Deva Priyo on nylon st....



Suzanne Doucet’s New Age Circle Forum on Ning has just passed 500 members – and the forum opened in February this year! It has quickly become the place for artists and fans alike, both for discussion and private conversations about the genre we all love. But is is not only an active for....



An Artist Interview with composing musician Paul Sills will soon be presented here at newagemusic.nu. John P. Olsen will conduct this Interview with Paul, who presently lives in the United Kingdom.  The topics are his individualistic approach to synthesized music, and his 2 New Age projects, Astral....



The name of Transcend with Time’s new album is A Haunting Presence. The music to Transcend with Time (or TwT for short) is definitely new age, but with an atmosphere that is very different from most albums in this genre. A haunting atmosphere, perhaps? Here is a track list: 1) A Haunting Pre....



There are many examples of how new age music can be an uplifting and interesting part of a lobby or any other room in a building. The most widespread use is perhaps in spas, where our genre really shines; a spa without new age music is like a swimming pool without water. Other examples are in-flight....



The webpage Know your mobile has reviewed the iTunes application Bloom – which is a software synth for your iPhone. What kind of music can you make with it you might ask. Well: The simple interface, part developed by Brian Eno, is a blank screen on which you create bubbles by tapping the display.....



Everyone is looking out in space today with the Apollo 11 anniversary. To celebrate this The National Film Theatre on London’s South Bank will be showing The Space Movie, which is a classic documentary featuring previously unseen footage from NASA – and this new edition also contains unr....



Peter Kater & Dominic Miller start their summer 2009 tour on July 23rd at McCoy Studio Theater at Maui, Hawaii. Two days later they are in Colorado, and after that in New Mexico, Arizona, Washington DC and the tour ends in Virginia. See all tour dates and get information here. Peter Kater has ....



John P. Olsen, contributing author for newagemusic.nu has conducted an Interview with composing musician Cadence Spalding, and will discuss her Save The World album and news about a project currently in progress.  John :  I truly enjoyed meeting you for the first time awhile back. It’s very ap....



Episode 46 of the Syndae podcast is all about new age music. Here you can enjoy tracks by Altus, Gandalf, Gnomusy and others. And while you are at it, why not check out some of the other edition of this excellent electronic music podcast?



British born Mike Howe is a park ranger by day and a new age music guitarist by night. So far his guitar has been heard on two albums, Journey to Wellness and Contentment, in the Sacred Spa Music Series. On July 21st his debut album will be released on the Real Music Label. The label give this des....



Many artist from all genres can sometimes resemble a particular tone or feel that sounds like another artist, which can be evident from the very beginning while listening to their music.  This is not the case with composing  artist David Wahler.  The New Age Antiquus album, officially released June ....



In a highly surprising move (at least to me), NewAgeReporter.com has announced that it is going to change its name to ZoneMusicReporter.com. This is the statement on the NAR homepage: On August 15th, 2009 NewAgeReporter.com will be changing its name to ZoneMusicReporter.com. All links to our site w....



I have been wondering about how long time it would take before I had to write something related to the popular Law of Attraction (from the bestselling movie and book The Secret by Rhonda Byrne). I guess I was subconsciously asking the universe to send me  some Law of Attraction music – and lo and be....



Arturo Mayorga does not literally dance while playing piano, but if he were to attempt this feat, I am certain it would be as graceful and dignified of what was apparent in his first album Cascades, in the New Age Classic piano category. In addition to his talents as a composing musician, Arturo is ....



Marshall Styler is holding a concert Fredericksburg, Texas Wines, this Saturday between 1pm and 5pm. Here you can hear Marshall play songs from his new album Seven Falls, as well as some favorites from his other CDs. And while you are waiting for the concert to begin, why not check out our review of....


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