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Lockdown allowed Tender to escape from his busy lifestyle and touring schedule, finally giving him
the time to properly explore and experiment with the vast collection of synths, drum machines and
instruments he's built up over the past twenty years. Armed with an arsenal of hardware and inspired
by sci-fi & fantasy movies, he has delivered an expansive opus of varying tempos that glide across
imaginative synth sculptures and meditative soundscapes. The soundtrack to his
quarantine - 'Quarantena.'
The album begins with '1984 (Chapter One)', a tribute to the novel by George Orwell that depicts a
dystopian society, captured perfectly by this moody intro. 'Rococo's Raga' is a nod to Tender's recent
project, 'Tender in Lahore.' Based around the harmonic minor scale this raga is a conversation between
the flute and marimba backed by an infectious swing groove. The title track 'Quarantena' has an epic
soundtrack feel with luscious pads, soaring strings and orchestral horn lines, backed by solos from Tender
on flute and also featuring Nick Walters on trumpet.
The flip side includes 'Total Recall', another tribute to one of Tender's favourite films from childhood. Made
purely from the sounds of the Yamaha SY85, the ghostly choir transports listeners to an eerie space, reminiscent
of scenes from the film. 'Birds of Paradise' is another stand out, which would make a fitting accompaniment
to any modern film soundtrack. Sounds of the jungle sweep in and out, whilst Tender adds flute and synth flurries
alongside a sparse, head nodding groove - downtempo at its finest.
'Quarantena' is Tenderlonious' most confident, slick and accomplished studio work yet.
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19.08.2020
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22A036LP
Tracklist
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