Robert ÆOLUS Myers – Talisman

Label: Origin Peoples – OP013
Format: 2 x Vinyl, LP, Compilation
Country: US
Released: 26 Apr 2019
Genre: Electronic
Style: Ambient, Downtempo, Experimental, Leftfield, New Age
Condition: Very Good+

Over two years in the making, ’Talisman’ is a retrospective and re-interpretative celebration of the work of American musician Robert ÆOLUS Myers, a key figure in Hawaii's new age movement of the 1980s and early 90s. The release features original works by Myers as well as remixes by K. Leimer, Pharoahs, Dreems and Lieven Martens Moana.

Touched first by the emotional depth of the music, and subsequently by the warmth and wisdom of the man, Origin Peoples sought to capture a snapshot on this special vinyl release. This newest chapter of the ÆOLUS myth seen for the first time on vinyl are five of his most expressive pieces, alongside a quartet of remixes by kindred spirits from all corners of the globe.

This is the first time his music has been interpreted by others, and Robert’s delight at the result speaks volumes of his adventurous and open-minded attitude. Approaching the often intangible new age genre with a humanist approach, Robert creates immersive and expansive pieces which connect with the listener on a spiritual and emotional level.

Archetypal narratives are retold through nuanced electronics, evocative motifs and empathetic flute, the varied compositions informed by Myers’ classical training, spiritual pursuits and study of ethnomusicology. Part retrospective, part remix project, ‘Talisman’ is the perfect reflection of Robert ÆOLUS Myers, a musician whose timeless expression of theme and emotion has enriched minds, bodies and souls for almost 40 years.

A1. Oracle
A2. High Priestess
A3. Dreamscape from the Night Kitchen
A4. Sunsent
B1. Embrace (Live Version, NYC 1987)
B2. Environment (Temporary & Indefinite edit by K. Leimer)
C1. Sadhana Environment (Pharaohs Mana Mix)
C2. Sadhana Environment (Dreems "Natürliche Liebe" Remix)
D. Sadhana Environment (Oahu Suite by Lieven Martens Moana)