Civilization
Civilization
© 2000 Civilization
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An amazing dance/pop/trance CD. In the vein of Seal and Peter Gabriel. Powerful, lush, and dramatic. Gorgeous production.
tracks
- 1 Save Our Souls
- 2 Rise - 2k
- 3 Byhalia
- 4 Breathe
- 5 Innocence
- 6 Real Life
- 7 Midnight Ride
- 8 Whole
- 9 Seize Love
- 10 Sister to My Soul
- 11 Exhale
- 12 Bridge to You
- 13 My Life
- 14 Deepdown
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notes
Civilization is a duo comprised of Doug de Forest, (instruments, producer) and Alfa-Fenix (vocals and guitar), two artists in their own right who have joined forces to achieve a higher goal. Both are experienced writers and performers, having traveled the world on the strength of their talent.
De Forest and Alfa-Fenix began working together in 1996 after their meeting in the UK. Their influences go from traditional soul (Otis Redding, Bill Withers.), classical and country, to Seal, Peter Gabriel, Jazzy B and Soul to Soul, dance, jungle, drum 'n bass, and hip hop. Their backgrounds, though very different, formed and shaped the concept that Civilization encompasses today.
Doug de Forest, founder and mastermind of Civilization has toured and performed as a drummer with everyone from Martha Reeves and the Vandellas and Ben E. King, to Michael Jackson, and Patrick O' Hearn, while Alfa-Fenix has written and performed with international tunesmith Adamski, as well as doing solo tours throughout Europe and the U.K.
Civilization's recently completed latest album, and first ever DVD release, not only embrace new technologies as artistic media, but push the envelope itself in a quest for new and exciting outlets. Throughout Civilization's album, there remains a constant presence of standard acoustic instruments and sounds; ancient sounds and ultra-modern sounds co-exist "to achieve a timeless quality," states de Forest. "The songs incorporate the sounds and images of the world's enormous library. Tribal and primitive sounds indicate what is necessary or important to take with us into the future - myths, legends; our most primal elements."
Civilization is now performing live shows and touring. Shows feature guest artists and instrumentalists from around the world, while their music is enhanced by synchronized, full-motion video of global imagery. Initial responses have been extremely flattering.
E.C.E. Worldwide A&R Industry Newsletter had this to say...
I am incorporating a note that came from an A&R friend of on this band. This is the thing that made me want to learn more about this band and hopefully it will do the same for you. "So I checked out Doug de Forest's group Civilization last night, and I swear I have never seen anything like it before in my life. They call it "Global Pop" but I call it Seal meets NIN with some Electronica thrown in. What got me was the live show. Five guys (singer, guitar, bass, DJ and Doug on drums). It's a total electronic/visual experience. Video monitors streaming images completely in sync with the music and drum triggers that correspond with the TV. I'm probably not doing the description justice so you should see it for yourself."So I popped in this enhanced disc and found it more intriguing than the description my friend gave me. The band is definitely a reflection of all he said, but I can not believe the passion the band exudes on this disc. Pure musicianship meets the new technology we have today. They are talented at incorporating new sounds and amazing twists to their tunes, a feat that most artists cannot accomplish these days. Together with the CD that was sent to me was a DVD single which included two videos and remixes. Civilization is way ahead of itself. You need to check this band out, that is if you want to be ahead of the pack.
reviews
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A Real Find
author: Mary ShepardI love it when I find something really great in music....you know, when you listen to the CD over and over, and you take it with you and play it in your car, and you play it at work when your boss is out, and you play it again when you get home, and then you listen to it while you're falling asleep...this is one of those CD's. I'm hooked. Hey you guys, make more, ok?
Close your eyes and listen again for what you missed the first time...
author: Brandy RoseLike a great book or film, to truly take in all of Civilization's glorious sound, textures etc you MUST listen repeatedly, then close your eyes and listen again. Mixed with excellence, produced masterfully and written/performed superbly.
Cool, funky, and electrifying!!! Great find!!!
author: ShelleyThis is the coolest music I've ever heard! It's vibrant, energetic, and inspiring!! I absolutely LOVE IT!! I would totally recommend it!
- author: CD Baby
An amazing dance/pop/trance CD. In the vein of Seal and Peter Gabriel. Powerful, lush, and dramatic.
...bound to appeal to fans of Peter Gabriel
author: pipndaleGreat cd. The vocals of Alfa-Fenix is bound to appeal to fans of Peter Gabriel especially on the cut Midnight Ride. The cd quality is strong and dynamic and the music demands to be listened to time and again. Super production - highly recommended!
Top smart music
author: ThierryA big great modern sound, well recorded, well mixed, well produced. Great original catchy songs, reminiscent of Peter Gabriel or Yello. Inventive, precise, rhythmic, touching. Hi-range work. Not to be missed.
great soundscape
author: CarolFantastic production! The kind of album that's fun to listen to in the dark, with no distractions. Some of the tracks on this album are reminiscent of Seal, if only Seal wrote meaningful lyrics and used complex arrangements. This is a great album, the type you can listen to over and over again and keep hearing new things. Simple albums usually get traded out of my collection; complex albums tend to stay forever. I think I'll have this one for a long, long time.
This Is the Real music of Now & the Record Co Are toooo Afraid of it ...I Wish
author: Thunderbeat33@aol.comI Listen to this CD Every day. Which is rare for me to do As A Musician myself. It inspires Me !!! The many images Inside the music & words has captured Me . They bring reality of our darkness to the light...Many messages we all Should see and know Now In the 2000 !!! Thank-You Civilization.... From ThunderBeat33@aol.com
Great Electronic Pop
author: Jon WesThe songs on Civilization are as catchy as anything you hear on the radio, though with far more sould and emotion. There are some great hooks here and the electronic vibrations on the album add to the album instead of detracting from if for the most part. There are some instances where the songs made me yearn for less electronic wizadry but that isn't really a complaint as much as it is a compliment. You really get the sense that these songs would work without the electronic enhancement, which is a rarity in electronic music.
laidback listening on the edge
author: Andrew JohnsonThoughtful, poignant, wise and simple. The songs promote thought without really having to think. The lyrics tell a story that in a strange way...you already know. This is communication. When true talent uses the gift of music, others listen.
One word - "Beautiful"!
author: Sarah WheelerWithout trying to sound "cheesy" - Their music is absolutely beautiful. The song Seize Love brought tears to my eyes - which doesn't usually happen when I listen to music. That voice just gives you goose bumps!
Superb content and delivery
author: BrianThis cd was just done very well.
Musicianship and content both high
author: Jas ShepherdThe production, musicianship and content make this CD worth the purchase.
Excellent composition
author: Stephen MartinBeautiful, enthusiastic, searching. Simularities to Seal with a more global quality and technical edge. Excellent use of drums and effects. Cdbaby's notes on the album are accurate. You will feel like you took a journey. There is a life message to the music.
phenomenal combination of sounds fuses into one edgy pop masterpiece
author: Tip GardnerThis CD is great. Beautiful melodies, vocals and lyrics backed by cutting edge production. The disc takes world music to a place that every rock, trip hop, dance and ambient fan can connect with while creating its own unique sound. If you buy it, you will not be dissapointed.