SCHÖLPEN, THILO - ACROSS THE UNIVERSE (CD)

"Across the Universe is Thilo Schölpen's third solo piano album. Like his previous works, *kraftwerk-klavier* and *Piano Diary*, this album also stems from his affinity for beatnik, new wave, electronic music and the avant-garde. Even the titles of the pieces and the album cover design subtly allude to pop-cultural references. With ease and hypnotic depth, his music takes the listener on an entertaining journey where reggae meets melancholic melodies or a light African rhythm brings to mind Damon Albarn. It is piano music that does not primarily place the piano in the foreground, but rather the composition, which could just as easily be played by a band or with electronic orchestration. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)." (label info)