Dorian Sono Luminus announces the first commercial release from I FURIOSI. While they may look like a pop, rock or crossover group, I FURIOSI is the hottest new baroque ensemble on the scene, reinventing the traditional classical music experience, and DSL are happy to announce the release of their commercial debut CD, CRAZY. The record is slated to be in stores September 2008 and will be available at www.dorian.com before then.
CRAZY is an exciting and diverse program of musical pieces whose premise is either insanity itself, or is the product of the disturbed mind of the composer. The album matches unparalleled performances with painstakingly crafted program notes that provide insight into both the composer's own vision, however twisted, and the broad social themes of their day. The program, which includes masterworks by some of the greatest composers of the 16th-18th century, is concluded in stark contrast by a beautifully haunting rendition of “Suzanne” by master songwriter Leonard Cohen.
In developing it’s programming, I FURIOSI works diligently to craft themes linked to current events, to provide contemporary audiences with an insight into historical themes that are entertaining as well as educational. The detailed liner notes provide insight behind the selection of each track.
Having amassed a large and growing following, this group of inspired, informed and enormously talented musicians performs programs of music rarely heard on stage, with an unparalleled and unusual fervor and sex appeal. These daring musicians are the edgy new voice in the early music world and the configuration of string trio and soprano allows a wide range of repertoire to be performed. I FURIOSI's independently released first CD, Defiled is my (Middle) Name, has garnered critical acclaim and sold outstandingly well since its release.
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This album is one of the first Digipak releases from Dorian Sono Luminus. It is printed on recycled paper in an effort to reduce our manufacturing impact on the environment. Full liner notes, text translations, etc. will be available online at www.dorian.com in a print-ready PDF format.
