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'Beyond Silence' is the new album by Gregory Kyryluk or more simply Alpha Wave Movement. It's foundation lies within the fusion of effective sequencer and cosmic music throughout the majority of it's 11 eleven tracks, but what is noticeable is the polished level of production that will most certainly hold the attention of the most hardened EM fan.

On the whole it is quite a varied album full of flowing sequencer work that any of the Berlin School repertoire would be proud of. There are also occasional Tangerine Dream and pre D-iN Ian Boddy elements thrown in for good measure but without the TD-um sometimes associated with the formers' work in recent years.

'Departure Point' is perhaps not the most likely of titles for the albums' opus, however it all starts off with a low spatial drone and thematic string motif. It is after the first few moments that the listener is treated to the first of many decent sequencer sections, this time being delayed in approach and at mid tempo. Light, and once again delayed percussion creates stability before finally a more definitive rhythm section enters, taking the piece through to its main theme. Expanded sequencer patterns are added, occasionally decaying but never for long as the full force of the piece shines through in majority. This is a great opener for the set and a showcase for the aforementioned level of production.

'Sunburst Shift' initially conjured up thoughts of some epic piece recorded by a certain EM super group during the 1979 period. However this eventual Force Majeure of a track enters on an obscure sequence pattern and rhythm section. Effects are added occasionally throughout the piece during which time a mildly resonant synth lead takes hold. Additional sonic textures are provided by organ and electric piano, creating a dynamic feel overall.

'The Zen Machine' hinting at meditational music begins with calming spatial effects and an assortment of textures. A fast bass sequencer pattern enters along with some stylistic resonant chords and percussion loop. Occasional abstract effects interlace with the music at points. At around 3 minutes a theme is introduced becoming more defined later. 'Farewell Voyager' begins with a mid bass loop section over light percussive elements. A fast and high-pitched sequencer pattern enters, closely followed by a string-based theme alongside additional and more defined percussion. The piece subdues slightly but it is not long before it gathers full force once again with everything firing off at once. The main theme is reintroduced to a backdrop of tympani together with a solo lead that sounds like it's been airlifted out of Edgar Froeses' Stuntman album.

'Further Out' is a piece with its firm foundation in warmth and serenity. With it's warming synth pads there is a slight mysterious edge to the piece as it wades through its sea of effects. The piece becomes more expressive as it progresses and is quite reminiscent of the repertoire of Ian Boddy's more sublime moments during the 90's.

'Two Dimension Expansion' enters with hints of Greek Maestro Vangelis with its resonant chord, lead lines and organic stabs. A percussion loop begins over a delayed sequencer section eventually transposing with its occasional subcurrents. Ethnic percussion is added towards the end of the piece.

'Tales of Ancient Travellers' mysteriously starts with white noise effects before heading once again into delayed sequencer heaven. An array of effects and a decent solo lead carry this piece forward with a percussion loop out of Kraftwerk's book. A string theme is introduced but is replaced later with a prominent slice of Stradivarius! The music has a distinct Egyptian feel to it, although not obvious from the start.

Dark synth drones and pads grace 'Kinetic Transfer'. Bass percussion is added, sounding not dissimilar to that of an occasional heartbeat. Choral textures are added over a fast paced sequencer pattern and percussion loop, the latter two appearing to be in serious competition to see which can outdo the other.

'Echoes' is another of those reflective pieces, with its suitable warm chordal structure and occasional light percussion. A resonant mid-tempo sequencer pattern enters, although managing to remain far back in the mix. Then it's back into fast sequencer mode once more. Hybrid voice textures are added over a definitive percussion loop, all of this combined with an underlying string theme.

Track 10, 'Electrik Religions' has a slight mechanical feel to it with a sequencer pattern to match. A sublime theme is introduced over washes of effects eventually becoming more defined. A solo lead enters over a defined percussion loop, reminiscent of Tangerine Dream's work during the Rockoon period.

'Ode To an Era' ends the album suitably and offers something thus far not experienced on the album. With a decent amount of delayed sequencer and percussive work going on the beauty of the final piece focuses around the textures of strings and flute samples, created none other than by that old warhorse The Melotron.