Hailing from the land of Oz, Ernest Aines has taken the music world by storm with his debut album “Spiral Bound”. Combining elements from folk, alt-folk, Americana and folk-trance genres this album creates an irresistibly mesmerising soundscape complemented by smooth yet dreamy vocals coupled with his talent in creating ambience and depth within his compositions – a truly mesmerising journey.
“Pixels”, an instantly soothing track that draws listeners in with its harmonious melodies and ambience, opens the album. A song both upbeat and deeply emotive, “Pixels” serves as the ideal introduction for what lies ahead on this musical adventure. With lush arrangements and soulful melodies it sets an appropriate scene – providing the beginning to a beautiful musical journey.
This album is an impressive compilation of stories, each track offering its own narrative. “Pixels” examines anxieties related to our modern digital lives while “Rain City” transports us on an emotive nostalgic trip evoking bittersweet emotions and memories from days gone by. Meanwhile “Stranger to Me” delves into being true to yourself around unfamiliar people while “Locked in a Cage” explores relationship dynamics set against an idyllic French canal backdrop, while medieval love song “Lady in Waiting” provides solace for heartache by offering medieval love song tune.
Ernest Aines has quickly established himself internationally with his music featured on platforms like ABC Grassroots and Double J in Australia, Canada USA UK Ireland as well as internationally through radio airplay of singles from his album Grassroots and Double J Australia Grassroots and Double J Radio Australia Grassroots, Canada US UK Ireland as a whole, recently nominated as Finalist Artist of Year by Folk Alliance Australia.
With a powerful voice characterised by pitch, vibrato and pitch control, Ernest Aines stands out, often described as drawing all eyes toward him on stage and suspending conversation. These powerful vocals contribute to “Spiral Bound’s emotional depth.
Ernest has ambitious plans for his future musical adventures. A tour is scheduled in January/February 2024 for UK venues, while Canadian festivals provide summer festival season performances in July 2024. Additionally, Ernest plans on playing five of Australia’s premier folk festivals over the course of 2018. Tom Paxton himself has taken note of Ernest’s talent, encouraging his incredible musical journey forward.
Begin this wonderful musical journey with Ernest Aines. His album “Spiral Bound” will leave you entranced, curious for more from such an exceptional artist.
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Karen Harding is a Melbourne, Australia based singer/songwriter, founder of Sounds On The Couch, and founder and operator of boutique music PR service for emerging and independent artists, Rise Indie.