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Uhlmann Explores Sound Beyond Guitar on New Album
17 Mar
Summary
- Gregory Uhlmann's new album "Extra Stars" features diverse instrumentation.
- The album explores curious sounds to evoke memories and emotions.
- Uhlmann uses guitar, synths, and recorder to score life's moments.
Gregory Uhlmann, a lauded guitarist, embraces a broader sonic palette on his latest solo album, "Extra Stars." The 14-track release showcases Uhlmann's exploration of instruments beyond the guitar, including synthesizers and a recorder.
"Extra Stars" serves as a personal journal of moods, with Uhlmann using various tools to capture ephemeral moments. Tracks like "Pocket Snail" evoke late-night introspection with synths over a beat, while "Burnt Toast" hints at a quick laugh with whimsical guitar. The album delves into complex emotions, with "Days" offering seven minutes of resonant guitar and synthesizer melodies that contemplate feelings beyond simple sadness or contentment.
