Manafon Yes/Manafon No

[Barbierian]

David's description of what he's after: "a completely modern kind of chamber music. Intimate, dynamic, emotive, democratic, economical."

Early report: it is horrifyingly beautiful.

If you find Blemish alienating, you'll really have to work with this one. But the music is arguably a little warmer.

David Sylvian’s upcoming album, Manafon, is one of the most engrossing and beautiful things I’ve ever heard.

OMG, can hardly wait - a glimmer of light suddenly appeared in this miserable world!!!! Something to really look forward to

[Brian]

Ok, I've received more info:

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I’m not sure when the album comes out or when the press release will be issued, but I can tell you he worked with a number of improvisers including Keith Rowe, Sachiko Matsubara, Evan Parker, Christian Fennesz, members of Polwechsel, Otomo Yoshihide, John Tilbury … that’s off the top of my head. No percussionists. The basic arrangement is improvised backdrop with spare overdubs supporting Sylvian’s singing, and the basic setup won’t surprise anyone who’s heard, say, his track on that Fennesz album, but I find it even more engrossing. Lyrical themes concern the loss of faith, life as a quixotic, isolated individual, and creativity. I find it really powerful stuff. First single may be “Small Metal Gods” - I believe they’ll release a short film for it.
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Thanks for the information

[baht habit]

Thanks for the information baht habit. You've been an impressive source of information for quite some time now.

Thanks. I know that some of us around here are extremely anxious for this release - so it's a thrill to have been able to impart some of what I'm been fortunate enough to find out. I always enjoy the dialogue and debate here. this site is vastly superior to most others.

[inkinthewell]

Intimate, dynamic, emotive, democratic, economical.

Hooray! David Sylvian for President!!

[kitaj]

Thanks a bunch, Baht.

[inkinthewell]

David Sylvian for President!!

And Baht as his press agent!