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| − | '''birds of passage''' is the brainchild of poet, singer, songwriter [[Alicia Merz]]. Established in 2009, birds of passage was signed to the San Diego based shoegaze label | + | '''birds of passage''' is the brainchild of poet, singer, songwriter [[Alicia Merz]]. Established in 2009, birds of passage was signed to the San Diego based shoegaze label [http://www.myspace.com/futurerecordingslabel futurerecordings] that same year. The highly anticipated birds of passage debut album [[without the world]] is to be released in May 2010. '''Alicia''' performed, recorded and produced the album in her home studio. |
| − | In addition to her debut album a book of poetry '''a garden of secrets''' written by Alicia will be published by | + | In addition to her debut album a book of poetry '''a garden of secrets''' written by Alicia will be published by futurerecordings and released in May 2010. |
The name ''birds of passage'' is a reference to a collection of poems of the same name by '''Longfellow''' | The name ''birds of passage'' is a reference to a collection of poems of the same name by '''Longfellow''' | ||
Revision as of 23:52, 19 April 2010
birds of passage is the brainchild of poet, singer, songwriter Alicia Merz. Established in 2009, birds of passage was signed to the San Diego based shoegaze label futurerecordings that same year. The highly anticipated birds of passage debut album without the world is to be released in May 2010. Alicia performed, recorded and produced the album in her home studio.
In addition to her debut album a book of poetry a garden of secrets written by Alicia will be published by futurerecordings and released in May 2010.
The name birds of passage is a reference to a collection of poems of the same name by Longfellow
Inspiration and Style
The birds of passage 'sound' is decidedly unique and has influences from genres ranging from classical and minimalist to folk and pop.
Alicia incorporates electric keys, cello, harmonica, and electric guitar with aleatory elements and a minimalist approach to create atmospheric and emotional (sometimes ethereal but mostly dark) soundscapes.
When asked "what inspires you?", Alicia is likely to reply; climbing trees, smelling flowers, smoking cigarettes and walking in the rain. She is also said to be inspired by Nick Drake, Nina Simone, Sigur Rós, Satie and Robert Frost.
Personal Life
Alicia studied political science and philosophy at the University of Waikato before focusing her attention on music and poetry in 2007. She is married to the independent filmmaker, Christian Parahi. They have one son together.
Albums
without the world Available May 2010
Other Releases
a garden of secrets A book of poetry. Available May 2010
