Exploration and Ascent CD has just arrived...

and I thought I'd post some images here. Delivery... The CD (outside and inside) The CD with limited edition poster & badges (The last items are limited quantity only with pre-orders). Very happy with how these came out. Thanks to Sun Sea Sky for making this happen!

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Exploration and Ascent Remixed

Hi, I'm happy to announce that a remixed compilation to the forthcoming album 'Exploration and Ascent' will be available on the 11th of June through Sun Sea Sky for free download. It contains a remixed version of every track from the original album, from a range of very talented artists in the electronic, IDM and ambient fields. The tracklisting is below - all tracks mastered by Trevor Parsons TPX.

1) Cleaning The Glass (Apta Remix) 2) Trailhead (Follow Me Remix by åpne sinn) 3) Potentilla (Melorman Remix) 4) The First Crossing Of The Watershed (Imja Lake Remix by Distant Fires Burning) 5) Arrive Ruttledge Col (Dementio13 Remix) 6) Another Endless Morning (Specta Ciera Remix) 7) Meltwater (Dalot Remix) 8) High Mountain Record (Z-Arc Remix) 9) Mackerel Sky (Pinklogik Remix) 10) Last View (Rykard Remix) 11) Carbon (Earthbound Remix)

I'm excited to be associated with this project, and will obviously let you know more prior to the release!

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Reviews of 'Exploration and Ascent'

"Exploration and Ascent is Northcape's 4th album and second from the Illinois based Sun Sea Sky imprint. While his last outing Captured From Static had echoes of Toytronic recordings stalwart Gimmik as well as some undercurrents of mid era New Order this new album which apparently is inspired by Himalayan exploration has an even more laid back feel than its predecesor. Alastair Brown the man behind Northcape seems to have really found his niche with this one as the album features carefully crafted melodies that can, and do, conjure up visions of distant snowy peaks, crisp blue skies, and melting glaciers where clouds seem to be just within grasp." n5md "This album made me think of the mighty Boards Of Canada and their seminal classic "Music Has The Right To Children" ... the warmth of the synths ... the skittering beats ... it was almost an instant connection and, if I am truly honest, I cannot think of a greater compliment... Yes, I do love this album and look forward to long, lazy Sunday afternoons ... out in my back garden or in a park ... with this album providing the soundtrack to the moment. It has that kind of vibe about it ... the deservedly relaxed feel you get when you kick back after a hard day's work." Headphonaught

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Interview with Headphonaught

Hi,

I've just been interviewed by Headphonaught, aka Thomas Mathie, on his excellent 'Nanolog' about my approach to music and the new album. Thomas has also filed the first review of the new album to date...

If you're interested, you can read the interview here: Seven Questions With Northcape

and the review here:Exploration and Ascent: Headphonaught review.

Thanks for everyone who has heard and commented on the album by the way, please keep it coming and spread the word if you like it!

Cheers,

NC

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Pre-orders of the new album are now available!

Hi, just a quick post to say that 'Exploration and Ascent' is available for pre-order today through Bandcamp and Sun Sea Sky - http://sunseasky.bandcamp.com/album/exploration-and-ascent [preview streams + instant download]. Comes with a free poster + button, subject to availability. The physical album is released on the 14th of May, and the stand-alone digital download will also be available (without CD purchase) on the same date. Hope you enjoy, NC PS. If you can do anything to help promote this (review, radio play, mentions, tell others) it is greatly appreciated (review copies are also available)! Please let me know.

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Free Sampler

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Sampler

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