Soleilmoon 21/08/01

Nick Parkin's latest release, "Geomorphic Resonance", on Soleilmoon Recordings, is an intense evocation of geological processes, glacial movement & erosion. Parkin realizes his unique concept of sonic geology through the use of manipulated field recordings & treated instrumental textures, conjuring up an imaginary land wrought by ice, wind & water. Densely textured compositions convey the harsh edge of nature's forces.

Since 1985 Parkin, who lives & works in Great Britain, has created works embracing painting, live performance, film & sound. Much of his work has centered on his ongoing investigation of land, & the elemental forces that shape it. He has created works as a performance artist for site-specific locations & theatres in Spain, Italy, Wales & Switzerland. Since 1993 he has worked exclusively as a composer/musician, creating more than ten releases on CD, as well as undertaking numerous commissions for major dance & theatre companies. He recently completed an MA in elctroacoustic music at University of East Anglia, & in 2001 he was awarded the prestigious first prices at Bourges' international elctroacoustic music competition for his composition "Magmas".

"Geomorphic Resonance" is being issued simultaneously with "Entropolis" (Soleilmoon Recordings SOL 112 CD). Both releases are strictly limited to 500 copies. An earlier release, "Island of Dust" (SOL 81 CD) is still available.