Down to the wire…
14 Apr 2010 Leave a Comment
in Let's Talk... Tags: new album, new material, new songs, nuwrayn
Well here we are again. It’s been a busy 8 months. I didn’t expect to take this long making the new album, as most of the material was completed in the first 3 months. Having said that, 8 months is not all that long for coming out with a completely new album, with all new original material, no remixes.
I’m currently mixing down the last track, unless another one comes along unexpectedly, and start working on this release. Again, the album is yet untitled. It is, however, something to be very excited about. It represents change, growth, a continued learning of music and how to respect the art. Edgy, yet subtle and calming. Soothing, but it will make you want to dance.
Stay tuned over the next month, as I will being releasing little snippets here and there. Videos are still forthcoming.
Something beautiful…
24 Mar 2010 Leave a Comment
in Let's Talk... Tags: coming soon, easy listening, inspiration, musical project, new music, nuwrayn, unreleased album, yanni
Digging back I remember making this post.
It’s really hard sometimes. When reality hits you like a ton of bricks, and there’s really nothing you can do about it. Well, that is, unless you get up and do something about it.
I’ve had people assume the worst things about me because I choose to believe, to influence, and experience life differently than your average six-pack-joe.
The message is in the music. And why this style of music? Because it’s so elaborate, there’s so many different ways you can relate. And you’ve heard what I’ve got so far. I’ll tell you that I’ve gotten nothing but inspiring feedback (for example). I certainly don’t expect it; the simple fact that people can listen to my music and enjoy it means they recognize the message behind it, and it helps me to appreciate that and forge on. And on. And on.
I am currently nearing completion of another exquisite collection of material that I cannot wait to spring upon the world. As I finish each track I can feel it brimming with anticipation of how you guys are going to accept it. Trust me when I tell you, it’s an honor, an exhilaration worth feeling through all the hurt, be it physical or emotional, that an artist makes when composing such music.
In the end, I expect nothing from the world in return for this. If I stand to benefit from what I do, I am grateful. I am just another piece of the puzzle with a story to tell. To make my mark in the world, to let my story be heard, to let it be known that all this is a result of a catalyst: an event that propelled me to do what I do. To shed any and all stereotypes, labels and derision (Lord knows how many I’ve endured), and use sadness, pain, longing, and turn it into something beautiful.
Thank you all for even lending me your ear-time; again, the way I see it, it’s an honor worthy of the trade. I promise you that the music you are about to hear soon will hopefully help to affect change your life; mine too. And, without words, it will help you to understand a little more about the story I’m telling; a quite common one in life, yet one I feel is so profound (in my case), and different, that words will never describe.
Stay tuned.
Orchestral instrumentations are most rewarding
15 Mar 2010 2 Comments
in Let's Talk... Tags: nuwrayn, orchestral instrumentals
I just wanted to point something out. Orchestral instrumentals are the HARDEST to compose and arrange. However, the silver lining is that they are generally the most rewarding. I can listen to a track over and over without getting tired of it.
The soft, flowing melodies tell a story that only the listener can read. The wondrous thing about these instrumentals is that it fits the listener in whatever way, shape, or form they choose or that they feel. This is why I love doing such orchestral instrumentals.
I promise this will be one to love. The wait will be rewarding. Stay tuned!
If I play…
12 Mar 2010 Leave a Comment
If I play so many different instruments on my keyboard, does it mean I know how to play those other instruments? I remember a news reporter doing an interview with my sister, and I happened to perform for them before the interview. The reporter asked me, “Do you play any other instruments?”
My response? I was much younger at that time, and did not hesitate or even give it thought. My immediately reply was, “Well, there’s guitar on this keyboard, there’s flute, there’s violin, there’s strings. Whatever you need me to play, I can play it.”
Everybody froze for a second in silence. I’ll never forget that moment.
Traffic explosion
07 Mar 2010 Leave a Comment
in Let's Talk... Tags: a million tears, music, nuwrayn, nuwrayn @ last fm, nuwrayn on facebook, nuwrayn on twitter
Well, posting up my music like that caused my web presence to explode, and tons of traffic to the site that I’ve never had before. I guess it was all worth it, you know, all the social networking sites and what not.
On the music front, it seems the new album is going to be slightly delayed. Now I know the reason why it’s so hard for artists to meet a release date. If you can show me ONE artist whose album is not delayed, I’ll pay you a million dollars.
It’s just not happening. There will always be some type of delay.
At any rate, I just wanted to state that A Million Tears will remain up for at least another week, so if you haven’t got around to listening to it, you might want to go give it a shot before it disappears into 30 second clips again.
Just a reminder. Oh, and here’s the link again in case you can’t find it. http://wp.me/pBmut-5y
I just finished piecing together another track for the new album this afternoon, so I will spend a few more days touching it up, composing the rest, arranging, and then mixing and mastering. This one is a straight instrumental, and is definitely inspired by Yanni’s “Until the Last Moment”. You guys will love this one.
Until then, take care, and stay tuned for ever more music.
Listen to the entire album A Million Tears, for free!
03 Mar 2010 2 Comments
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NuwrayN on Facebook now
01 Mar 2010 Leave a Comment
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I’m on Facebook now. Here’s the link!
Myspace page
01 Mar 2010 Leave a Comment
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Ladies and gentlemen,
I finally finished coding and designing my official Myspace page. Head on over to there to check it out! Just for your bookmark purposes, it’s located at http://www.myspace.com/nuwrayn.
Trucking on…
08 Feb 2010 5 Comments
in Let's Talk... Tags: motif xs 8, new track, nuwrayn, twitter, upcoming album, videos, yanni
Just wrapped up track 11 for the new album. Hard work, hard work, but this will definitely pay off.
Due to some personal hardships, a lot of things got slowed down. I’m hoping that they will taper so that I can continue my career.
This new album is much edgier. Creative-wise, skill-wise, technological wise, I feel that this has been a wonderful learning process. I promise, you will enjoy this one. It’s slated to hopefully be released in March this year. I can’t make any promises, but that’s what I’ve got scheduled.
Yanni likes the videos I made covering his songs years ago. I’m glad he enjoys it. I’ve been talking to him via Twitter; he’s gracious enough to answer my tweets.
Anyhow, it’s late. We got SNOWED IN with that blizzard. And more is supposed to come! :-0
Ok, off to sleep! Thanks for reading, and stay tuned for lots more to come!
Other things (like Haiti)
24 Jan 2010 1 Comment
I just wanted to chime in on the devastation in Haiti.
I think it’s wonderful the help and aid that’s pouring in from around the globe due to this tragedy. However, I do want to point out that there are many people suffering in the entire world, some more than others, and unjustly so, perpetrated by our own fellow man. If the stars can use their starpower for all people suffering, imagine the difference it would make in the world. I understand we won’t and cannot stop the world’s problems, but we can have a big impact on it.
So while we are doing all we can for the people of Haiti, let’s not forget everyone else!




