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  ‘The Journey’ - The Octopus Division In ‘The Journey,’ a sonic mosaic unfolds that—permeated by neon-soaked synth pads and a melody that feels like memory—is less a song than a spiritual compass. The time that relentlessly pursues us, according to ‘Time keeps chasing us every day’, is not portrayed as an enemy, but as a constant touchstone that we face with our heads held high: ‘ We won't let the rain wash us away’ . Photography, here metaphorically as a key to the past, opens doors to moments that seem long gone but live on within us. The chorus – a kind of collective mantra – describes not just a journey, but an intertwining of stories that support each other. The garden in which hopes take root becomes a symbol of what must be nurtured in order to flourish. And when ‘ our songs have lost a note or two ’, it is not a flaw, but proof of lived depth. A song that is not meant to be heard, but to be lived through – like a familiar glance at an old photo album by candlelight. b...
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Q&A Today: Victor Alexeeff - Latest Release: Classics Unleashed (Album)

Victor Alexeeff

Victor Alexeeff

... began studying piano at age four and attended the Royal Conservatory of Music, Toronto, beginning at age seven. Although renowned for his performances of Chopin and Prokofiev, his musical interests are eclectic. Besides working as a concert pianist and session player, he composes scores for film and television, produces original albums, and performs with experimental musicgroups and rock bands.

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Who inspired you to make music in general?

I’m not really sure. It started so long ago. I think I was born with it cause I don’t remember ever wanting to make music. It just happened.

When did you decide to start working on this extraordinary Album, what was the crucial point?

It's a project that I’ve been thinking of for a while. And when Covid 19 appeared, it seemed like the time to get serious about this project.

How would you describe your Album "Classics unleashed" in some sentences?

I guess the best way to describe my album "Classics Unleashed" is this way: What if these composers were alive today -- how would they compose using today's digital instruments. 
I wanted to avoid re-creating these classics by jazzing them up or hip hop -- or changing the styles but rather, changing the flavor of the sounds. 
And with so much ear candy to play with I felt like a kid in a candy shop. The sounds you can create are infinite! Like having a million instruments to play with.


Is there a chance to see you somewhen/somewhere live with the album?

Yes, there is -- if someone wants to set up a tour. It would be a challenge to re-create but it would sound AWESOME in a concert setting.

What are your "All time Top 3 Songs", right now, in this second?

That’s a hard question always. I still can’t decide if I like the color blue more than green. It's all too subjective.

What’s next for you?

I do have another exciting project coming up. It will complement Classics Unleashed. A project that inspired Emerson, Lake, and Palmer.



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