Sunracer, “Moon Vibes”

The new 2013 album release by Sunracer, titled Moon Vibes, is now available.

The band originates from Murfreesboro. Featuring six audio tracks, the album summons the sensation of lying back, closing your eyes, and forgetting you are here . . .

Overview of Tracks

“Get Loose”

Noticeable aesthetic use of auto-tune with the hint of an arpeggiated vocoder is distinctively heard from the beginning of the song. Smooth backing vocals and layered percussion shines through the musical landscape and displays Sunracer’s uniqueness on this track. Just shy of three minutes, “Get Loose” definitely sets the pace, creating a nice introduction and leading us to the next track.

“Moon Vibes”

“Get Loose” should set you free by the end of its play; if not, “Moon Vibes” is certain to have an effect. From the start you feel the pulsation of the auto-pan effect being pushed through, creating a mixed swell plus a tremolo effect with robust depth coming through both channels. An excellent track to listen to with ear buds, and perhaps it isn’t a coincidence that the track is a solid four minutes and twenty seconds long. No doubt these guys had an idea of what they were getting into on this track . . . sitting back and find a nice spot to relax. This track also features Darius Shelton, giving a fluid discourse in what would likely be described as new-age hip-hop, if you had to assign it a genre.

“Aimless Aimer”

Once you make your way past “Moon Vibes” you find yourself listening to “Aimless Aimer,” which is the point of ethereal awakening. This track displays creative use of Ryan Chesney’s vocals. His versatility, ranging from a low growl to an upper tenor range “aaauuuuooohhh,” doesn’t stop there, but instead takes you to an almost pleading angelic register.

“Interlude”

As the name implies, this track is an instrumental, with extensive percussion from drummer Ben Korous. Ambient guitar swells, feedback, and delays from Anthony Mitchell, and a tight, walking bass line from Stephen Hemphill.

“Chasing Circles”

Nostalgia is the word that comes to mind with this song. The reverse effect from the beginning makes you think you are riding a merry-go-round, but around a minute fifteen seconds in, you want to ask yourself: did you take the right ride? Regardless, you most certainly did, strong vocals on the chorus, “and we’re alright . . .” this track is sure to ring a bell with anybody who has ever found themselves questioning something they cannot seem to get over.

“Roll With the Wind”

Final track of the album Moon Vibes by Sunracer offers a final resolution to the story told by the band. The song is comprised of passages of vocals coming in and out, while the instruments dropping in and out give an introspective outlook, stimulating the sense of self; the talk of peril makes you think.

Ending Thoughts

With headphones, you can give Sunracer the key to the musical ride that is sure to fantasize your mind, and like a beautiful road trip, you might find it takes you by surprise. You are the passenger.

Vox/Piano/Guitar: Ryan Chesney

Guitar: Anthony Mitchell

Bass: Stephen Hemphill

Drums: Ben Korous

Stream Online:

Spotify: http://open.spotify.com/artist/5AeLTH5fh0oNqtdKQuNP1a

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/sunracer

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sunracermusic

Reverbnation: http://www.reverbnation.com/sunracer

Download Moon Vibes:

Amazon mp3:

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Ddigital-music&field-keywords=sunracer