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 Achillea - The Nine Worlds [2005]	
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"Achillea combine bluesy guitar, deep molasses grooves, and passionate vocals that form a rich tapestry of Nordic atmospheres. Formed by fellow Danes Jens Gad and Helene Horlyck, Achillea base their songs on archaic poems and mythology. Gad, who contributed to Enigma's 1991 global smash "Sadness," builds the music around Horlyck's classically trained voice, resulting in a unique sound that's equal parts precision and spontaneity. Together they created a sophisticated song cycle called The Nine Worlds, which takes the listener on a journey through the different levels of Norse mythology". -- James Christopher Monger, All Music Guide 


From the co-creator of ENIGMA! Highly acclaimed co-producer and guitarist of the multi-platinum group Enigma, Jens Gad brings you a spellbinding downtempo musical odyssey into the ancient mythology of his Scandinavian homeland. He is joined by the entrancing classical vocals of Helene Horlyck, to co-create a sophisticated and hypnotic chill-out journey through "The Nine Worlds" of archaic legend. At once stirring and calming, entertaining yet relaxing, Achillea achieves a vibrantly new and hauntingly beautiful musical vision that artfully blends evocative ambient New Age atmospheres with European dance club electronica. Achillea elegantly weaves the mystery of ancient myth - a world of seers, elves, and rune masters, into a lush, richly layered sonic landscape with velvety melodies of delicately bluesy guitar playing, slow sensuous grooves and silky smooth vocals sung in Latin and ancient Swedish. Both intimate and cinematic, this uniquely transcendent masterpiece is full of deep beauty and mysterious wonder that will nourish your soul. 

"Achillea is the new project for producer/guitarist Jens Gad, co-producer, co-writer and one of the central creative forces behind popular group Enigma (alongside Michael Cretu). For his first solo project, Gad presents an atmospheric album of tunes themed after Danish myth. Enigma fans should definitely take note, as there are many common denominators between both groups: the same laid-back "Enigma-style" beats, Gregorian chant, whispery vocals and Gad's signature electric guitar. Achillea differs by offering an album steeped in dreamy ambience. This album slower paced and more ethereal, making it better suited for the mind than the dance floor. Adding to the appeal is the wispy, sensual vocals of singer Helene Horlyck, who sings on many of the tracks. Serene, slightly trippy and sure to bring on a bout of Enigma nostalgia, this is a must for worldbeat/chill music fans." ? Music Design In Review 


More about Jens Gad:  http://www.enigmamusic.com/jens/index.html (in English)  http://www.enigmacretu.com/produkcje/gad/index.php (in Polish) 

Official Gad's homepage: http://www.gadmusic.com 


Full title: Achillea feat. Helene Horlyck - The Nine Worlds Of Viking Myth 
Release date: 02.08.2005 
Label: Sequoia 


 


Styles: New Age, Adult Alternative 


Tracklist: 
01. Achillea - Prelude 
02. Ragnarok - Twilight Of The Gods 
03. Odin's Hill 
04. The Monks Of Lindisfarne 
05. Cape Porcupine 
06. The Seeress Prophecy (Daydreaming) 
07. Land Of The Elves 
08. Shears From Scar 
09. The Nine Worlds 
10. Staraja Ladoga 
11. Othila - The Rune Masters 
12. Achillea - Exodus 

Total playing time: 46:47 min 


Format: mp3 
Bitrate: 192kbps/CBR/stereo