Erik is the solo moniker of composer and musician Erik Malmqvist, and Alea is his debut EP. Having composed and performed in various constellations ranging from classical, free improvisation to songwriting and electronic music, Erik is the ambitious attempt to express it all. With powerful melodic and rhythmic motion, the four tracks presents their own unique dive into the universe of Erik, carrying the listener through various emotions and vivid dynamics. Alea is a journey into the cold, white and clean digital harshness, but in the empty heights we might sense a glimpse of beauty.
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released April 12, 2020
Composed, produced and mixed by Erik Malmqvist
Mastered by William Gerdes
Photo by Sayuri Murooka
Cover art by Emma Wind
Thanks to Jesper Lørup Christensen for playing drums on "The Sun” as well as Jacob Ridderberg and Mads Morville for excellent help with the production and overall musical direction.
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