Klaus Wiese is a veteran e-musician and minimalist. He was a member of
Popol Vuh and has collaborated with
Mathias Grassow and
Oöphoi. But his real calling is as a sound healer.
Uranus is a large-scale atmospheric work that has all of the characteristics of true minimalism except for one -- there is no mechanical repetition. The bowls certainly have electronic qualities and trance-inducing textures. Indeed, even simple tasks (like writing) can become difficult under the spell of these magical soundscapes. From a dictionary definition standpoint, this is truly minimalist -- there is only one instrument. From a musical standpoint, these are wonderful, meditative, healing atmospheres. This CD will appeal to fans of
Zero Ohms, Thea Susaru, Jim Cole,
Life in Balance, and Crystal Voices. ~ Jim Brenholts