"genius behind a guitar" - Gigband

"could easily heralded as the quintessential ambient composer but there is so much more to his music." - Vents Magazine

 "there are no limitations when it comes to this amazing artist...tantalizing guitar" - Music Emissions

 

Ian C. Bouras Puts Together 'Pieces of the Past'

This week confirmed rumours that Ian C Bouras was releasing a new album named 'Pieces of the Past'. Already causing a buzz online, the New York City musician, producer and guitarist has put together some of his best pieces of the past. This marks the name perfectly for this compilation album.

With Ian's past releases boasting a plethora of rave reviews, this new CD is set to make tidal waves amongst his fans and the music industry. The album is set to be released in May.

As a previously nominated top artist by the Billboard magazine, Ian C Bouras has an impressive background as a musician and artist. Starting off in 2004, as a main guitarist and songwriter in NYC rock/raggae band 'AñaVañA', Bouras proved his talents by showcasing multiple musician roles.

Proficient in many genres, Ian has played and recorded in a range of genres of music including rock and Reggae. Not frightened to wander off track, he has also ventured into more alternative styles like dub, electronic and Spanish guitar style.

Several songs on 'Pieces of the Past' are supported with positive reviews by music critics and industry professionals:

"Ian C. Bouras creates a cinematic, instrumental songs with embellishments of jazz, avant-garde, experimental, contemporary instrumental, and new age infusions that are almost indescribable. The tunes bring together classic guitar stylings with a reggae beat and electronic elements ...pleasant and inventive...5 out of 5 stars" --- Matthew Fross

"best described as ambient electronica with elements of pop-jazz and dubwise reggae and the inclusion of some Spanish and classical guitar...a haunting, eerie, dusky mood...a likable, noteworthy contribution to ambient electronica." --- Alex Henderson

"unusually moody feel...a little eerie, without being full-on scary...haunting instrumental...a breath of fresh air" --- Dan MacIntosh

In recent years Ian has produced his records under SDMP Records. This was seen as a major progression in his career as a solo artist. SDMP have developed a reputation for signing well sought after musicians, who produce and showcase real talent. They cater for varied styles which further suits Ian's broad range.

Free downloads and track previews are available from http://www.sdmprecords.com/

Michi live in New York City

Michi live at Rockwood Music Hall 

"writing, singing and young, Michi is a triple threat, "Pop Star" is written all over Michi."

- Joe Tell, Joey Tell's Music Blog

"an exceptionally talented songwriter"

- Clayton Lewis, The Procrastinating Musician

Her music is definitely worth checking out!

 

Visit her online at: www.musicbymichi.com

"there are no limitations when it comes to this amazing artist...tantalizing guitar" - John Howe, Music Emissions

Live Looping with an RC- 300, GR-20, Digitech Jamman, phase shifter, ambient reverb, tera echo, and a Boss Digital Delay. The RC - 300 is used to loop guitar all on separate loops/tracks, the pedals are used to create ambient and delayed sounds with the guitar.
Video by HouseTwelve Media (http://www.housetwelve.com/)

"Ian C. Bouras has a sound that is somewhat polarizing but also amazing...a brilliant advent to Instrumental guitar music" - Michael Holt, Indie Music Reviews

"Artists like this are responsible for the evolution of musical genres." --- Blips and Beeps

"Ian C. Bouras has a sound that is somewhat polarizing but also amazing...a brilliant advent to Instrumental guitar music" - Michael Holt, Indie Music Reviews

"genius behind a guitar" - Erica McKenzie, Gigband

"there are no limitations when it comes to this amazing artist...tantalizing guitar" - John Howe, Music Emissions

"genius behind a guitar" - Erica McKenzie, Gigband

"genius behind a guitar" - Erica McKenzie, Gigband

"there are no limitations when it comes to this amazing artist...tantalizing guitar" - John Howe, Music Emissions
"an amazing Engineer, composer and guitarist" - Cyrus Rhodes, Indie Music Digest
"melodic narrative and mammoth performances/profile offer an unobstructed view into the heart of an artist who embraces each moment" - Peter Leavitt, Rock and Roll View
"Ian C. Bouras has a sound that is somewhat polarizing but also amazing...a brilliant advent to Instrumental guitar music" - Michael Holt, Indie Music Reviews