Terrace of Memories is a very soft and gentle set of melancholy minimalism from
Vidna Obmana, formerly known as
Dirk Serries, and
Sam Rosenthal, owner and founder of Projekt Records. The liner notes tip listeners that the soundscape is going to be about a lost or unrequited love. The music is appropriately somber without becoming dark or maudlin.
Obmana and
Rosenthal are not only lamenting the loss, but they are celebrating the love itself. Deep listeners will feel the pain of losing love while enjoying the experience of having love. Is it better to love or to be loved? That question might never be answered.
Rosenthal and
Serries are not looking for closure here either. But they readily admit that having the experience -- be it lost or unrequited -- was priceless. This CD will appeal to fans of
Robert Rich,
Alio Die,
Mike Griffin, and Dave Tollefson. It is essential for all fans of electronic minimalism. Casual fans might find it interesting. ~ Jim Brenholts