With Ordinary Things, the latest recording by Danielle Whalebone, there is nothing ordinary about it. The track is built around a clanking percussive rhythm, intensified by some magnificently grimy guitar, above which Danielle recites a melancholic oratory with banshee-like fervor. The piece incorporates the innovative use of 'klangfarbenmelodie', a musical technique that brings a distinct texture and colour to
the listening experience by separating the melody between instruments, rather than allocating it to one particular element. This approach gives Ordinary Things an edgy and interesting sound quality, making the listener work a little more to gain a full appreciation of the arrangement. For those who, like me, enjoy hearing something unusual, it is well worth the effort.
Ordinary Things is the lead single from Danielle Whalebone's new album Whispers of Shadows, which is available across all major platforms. A special limited collector's edition on vinyl comes complete with an eight-page booklet filled with captivating poetry and photography.
Ordinary Things is the lead single from Danielle Whalebone's new album Whispers of Shadows, which is available across all major platforms. A special limited collector's edition on vinyl comes complete with an eight-page booklet filled with captivating poetry and photography.