Alien is a set of cosmic new age electronica from
Steve Jolliffe. This CD features
Jolliffe using silver flutes to augment his synths. His technique allows his breath to become an important part of the sound design. He also uses vibes and guitars to complete the soundscape. This is a stunning CD.
Jolliffe glides smoothly and easily between new age melodies and space music atmospheres. He uses his voice in a guttural, wordless chant to augment the melodies. The whole project oozes with class. It is one of his best efforts, including his work with
Tangerine Dream. It will appeal to fans of
Paul Avgerinos,
Robert Carty, and
Michael Stearns. It is an essential CD.